TransAlta Corp (TAC)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.22
-0.57%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$140.67
-2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $49.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 748% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $2.27B). VST leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs -1.0%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
VST
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.6%
Trading at 15.7x book value
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.5%
Earnings declined 6.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.38 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.63 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAC profiles as a turnaround stock while VST is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.41 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (133M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (54/100 vs 43/100). 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.
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.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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