TransAlta Corp (TAC)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$11.78
-5.08%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.73B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$302.97
-10.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $14.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 9% more annual revenue ($2.63B vs $2.40B). TAC leads profitability with a -5.7% profit margin vs -8.3%. TLN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
TAC
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 58.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -9.6% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 12.7x book value
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -36.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 58.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAC profiles as a turnaround stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 58.0% — sustainability is the question.
TLN generates stronger free cash flow (240M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TLN scores higher overall (42/100 vs 31/100) and 58.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
TransAlta Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
TransAlta Corporation owns, operates and develops a diverse fleet of electric power generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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