Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$129.82
+0.18%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.15B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 128% more annual revenue ($2.27B vs $993.50M). CPK leads profitability with a 15.1% profit margin vs -1.0%. CPK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. CPK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
CPK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.5%
Fair Value
$105.57
Current Price
$129.82
$24.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% revenue growth
2.9% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
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 : CPK
The strongest argument for CPK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 26.2%.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS 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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPK profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — 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
CPK scores higher overall (57/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins. 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.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a power supply company. The company is headquartered in Dover, Delaware.
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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