Allete Inc (ALE)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
ALE
Allete Inc
$67.90
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.94B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 47% more annual revenue ($2.21B vs $1.50B). ALE leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -7.7%. ALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. ALE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
ALE
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.7%
Fair Value
$60.26
Current Price
$67.90
$7.64 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 7.9%
Trading at 11.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALE
The strongest argument for ALE centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : ALE
The primary concerns for ALE are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ALE profiles as a declining stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
ALE is growing revenue faster at -7.9% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ALE scores higher overall (43/100 vs 33/100). 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.
Allete Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
ALLETE, Inc. is an energy company. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota.
Visit Website →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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