Edison International (EIX)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
EIX
Edison International
$56.00
-1.32%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.83B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Edison International generates 757% more annual revenue ($19.42B vs $2.27B). EIX leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -1.0%. EIX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.52. EIX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
EIX
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.8%
Fair Value
$59.45
Current Price
$56.00
$3.45 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 55.1% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.1%
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 : EIX
The strongest argument for EIX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.9%.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EIX
The primary concerns for EIX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.48 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
EIX profiles as a declining stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EIX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — 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
EIX scores higher overall (71/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 19.3% 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.
Edison International
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Edison International is a public utility holding company based in Rosemead, California. Its subsidiaries include Southern California Edison, and unregulated non-utility business assets Edison Energy.
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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