Eversource Energy (ES)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
ES
Eversource Energy
$68.52
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.93B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eversource Energy generates 518% more annual revenue ($14.00B vs $2.27B). ES leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -1.0%. ES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.43. ES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ES
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.2%
Fair Value
$53.12
Current Price
$68.52
$15.40 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 23.9%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : ES
The strongest argument for ES centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ES
The primary concerns for ES are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.82 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
ES profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
ES generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ES scores higher overall (57/100 vs 43/100). 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.
Eversource Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Eversource Energy is a publicly traded, Fortune 500 energy company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston, Massachusetts.
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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