Exelon Corporation (EXC)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
EXC
Exelon Corporation
$44.63
+1.54%
UTILITIES · Cap: $47.28B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exelon Corporation generates 1021% more annual revenue ($24.79B vs $2.21B). EXC leads profitability with a 11.2% profit margin vs -7.7%. EXC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.98. EXC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
EXC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.2%
Fair Value
$33.19
Current Price
$44.63
$11.44 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.3%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.3%
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 : EXC
The strongest argument for EXC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : EXC
The primary concerns for EXC are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 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
EXC profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
EXC is growing revenue faster at 7.9% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EXC scores higher overall (59/100 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.
Exelon Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Exelon Corporation is an American Fortune 100 energy company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and incorporated in Pennsylvania.
Visit Website →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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