Pinnacle West Capital Corp (PNW)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
PNW
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
$93.16
-0.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.31B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$299.97
+2.62%
UTILITIES · Cap: $14.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Pinnacle West Capital Corp generates 48% more annual revenue ($5.55B vs $3.74B). PNW leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs -5.0%. PNW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
PNW
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
TLN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.9%
Fair Value
$76.91
Current Price
$93.16
$16.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.5%
Trading at 8.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -11.4% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PNW
The strongest argument for PNW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PNW
The primary concerns for PNW are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PNW profiles as a value stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 111.2% — sustainability is the question.
PNW generates stronger free cash flow (-335M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNW scores higher overall (55/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Pinnacle West Capital Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Pinnacle West Capital is a utility holding company that owns Arizona Public Service and Bright Canyon Energy.
Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a prominent player in the U.S. power generation and infrastructure sector, committed to delivering reliable energy solutions through a robust portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable resources. The company emphasizes environmental sustainability and grid resilience, adapting to the increasing demand for electricity in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. With a strategic focus on innovation and advanced technology, Talen is well-positioned to capitalize on the transition to cleaner energy alternatives, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors.
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