Southern Company (SO)vsTaseko Mines Ltd (TGB)
SO
Southern Company
$91.80
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $103.49B
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$7.49
+3.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 4384% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $672.90M). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs -4.5%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TGB
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.1%
Fair Value
$73.33
Current Price
$91.80
$18.47 premium
Margin of Safety
-17.4%
Fair Value
$7.11
Current Price
$7.49
$0.38 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 45.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SO profiles as a value stock while TGB is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
TGB generates stronger free cash flow (41M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Taseko Mines Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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