Eversource Energy (ES)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
ES
Eversource Energy
$68.52
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.93B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$312.74
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eversource Energy generates 274% more annual revenue ($14.00B vs $3.74B). ES leads profitability with a 10.3% profit margin vs -5.0%. ES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
ES
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TLN
Hold42
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 TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 23.9%
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 9.3x 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 : ES
The strongest argument for ES centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% 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 : 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
ES profiles as a value stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.63 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 111.2% — sustainability is the question.
ES generates stronger free cash flow (76M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ES scores higher overall (57/100 vs 42/100). 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.
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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