Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
ATO
Atmos Energy Corporation
$169.53
-1.07%
UTILITIES · Cap: $28.28B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$347.75
+0.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Atmos Energy Corporation generates 32% more annual revenue ($4.92B vs $3.74B). ATO leads profitability with a 28.5% profit margin vs -5.0%. ATO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
ATO
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ATO.
Margin of Safety
-80.1%
Fair Value
$196.94
Current Price
$347.75
$150.81 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 37.2%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 23.3% YoY
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 10.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -11.4% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATO
The strongest argument for ATO centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.5% and operating margin at 37.2%.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ATO
The primary concerns for ATO are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 5.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATO profiles as a value stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 111.2% — sustainability is the question.
ATO generates stronger free cash flow (-399M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ATO scores higher overall (68/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 28.5% margins. 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.
Atmos Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Atmos Energy Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the United States' largest natural-gas-only distributors.
Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a prominent player in the U.S. power generation and infrastructure sector, committed to delivering reliable energy solutions through a robust portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable resources. The company emphasizes environmental sustainability and grid resilience, adapting to the increasing demand for electricity in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. With a strategic focus on innovation and advanced technology, Talen is well-positioned to capitalize on the transition to cleaner energy alternatives, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors.
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