Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$66.62
+2.30%
UTILITIES · Cap: $58.60B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.98
-1.70%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dominion Energy Inc generates 748% more annual revenue ($19.21B vs $2.27B). D leads profitability with a 14.0% profit margin vs -1.0%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.59. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
D
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-19.9%
Fair Value
$53.92
Current Price
$66.62
$12.70 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.1% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : D
The strongest argument for D centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 24.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : D
The primary concerns for D are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 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
D profiles as a growth stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 24.1% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (66/100 vs 43/100) and 24.1% 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.
Dominion Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of Utah, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Dominion also has generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
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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