Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$10.96
-3.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $10.37B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$347.75
+0.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL generates 648% more annual revenue ($27.99B vs $3.74B). ELPC leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs -5.0%. ELPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ELPC
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-57.3%
Fair Value
$6.98
Current Price
$10.96
$3.98 premium
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
Earnings expanding 50.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : ELPC
The strongest argument for ELPC centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-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
ELPC 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.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELPC scores higher overall (66/100 vs 42/100) and 11.1% 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.
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL engages in the generation, transformation, distribution, and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural, and other customers in Brazil.
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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