Evergy, Inc. (EVRG)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
EVRG
Evergy, Inc.
$83.27
+1.69%
UTILITIES · Cap: $19.33B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Evergy, Inc. generates 173% more annual revenue ($6.03B vs $2.21B). EVRG leads profitability with a 14.6% profit margin vs -7.7%. EVRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.33. EVRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EVRG
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-49.9%
Fair Value
$52.90
Current Price
$83.27
$30.37 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 21.9%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 11.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EVRG
The strongest argument for EVRG centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : EVRG
The primary concerns for EVRG are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EVRG profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
EVRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
EVRG is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EVRG scores higher overall (63/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Evergy, Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Evergy is an American investor-owned utility (IOU) with publicly traded stock that has its headquarters in Topeka, Kansas, and in Kansas City, Missouri.
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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