CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
CMS
CMS Energy Corporation
$64.27
-0.66%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.49B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$11.93
-3.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
CMS Energy Corporation generates 289% more annual revenue ($8.81B vs $2.27B). CMS leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs -1.0%. CMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.36. CMS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
CMS
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.5%
Earnings declined 43.9%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMS
The strongest argument for CMS centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMS
The primary concerns for CMS are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.97 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMS profiles as a declining stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMS scores higher overall (48/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
CMS Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
CMS Energy (NYSE: CMS), based in Jackson, Michigan, is an energy company that is focused principally on utility operations in Michigan.
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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