Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$12.47
-3.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $9.26B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$351.91
-2.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL generates 895% more annual revenue ($26.12B vs $2.63B). ELPC leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -8.3%. ELPC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ELPC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+88.5%
Fair Value
$95.32
Current Price
$12.47
$82.85 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 88.3% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
19.4% revenue growth
Revenue surging 58.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 14.7x book value
ROE of -17.7% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ELPC
The strongest argument for ELPC centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 58.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ELPC profiles as a growth stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.78 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 58.0% — sustainability is the question.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (486M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ELPC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 42/100) and 19.4% revenue growth. 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.
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 leading power generation and infrastructure company based in the United States, specializing in the development and operation of reliable and sustainable energy solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable energy sources, Talen Energy is committed to supporting the evolving energy landscape while prioritizing environmental stewardship. The company is strategically positioned to meet growing electricity demand, leverage technological advancements, and enhance grid resilience, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors focused on the energy sector's transformation.
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