Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$328.29
+3.96%
UTILITIES · Cap: $14.51B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$38.10
+3.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UBS Group AG generates 1789% more annual revenue ($49.60B vs $2.63B). UBS leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs -8.3%. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
UBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Margin of Safety
+61.2%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$38.10
$70.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 58.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 54.6%
Earnings expanding 58.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.7x book value
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -36.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 58.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 54.6%. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : UBS
The primary concerns for UBS are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TLN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while UBS is a mature 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
UBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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