Fortis Inc (FTS)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
FTS
Fortis Inc
$54.37
-0.20%
UTILITIES · Cap: $28.39B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortis Inc generates 445% more annual revenue ($12.35B vs $2.27B). FTS leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs -1.0%. FTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. FTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
FTS
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
4.1% revenue growth
2.2% earnings growth
ROE of 7.1% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
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 : FTS
The strongest argument for FTS 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 : FTS
The primary concerns for FTS are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity.
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
FTS profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTS scores higher overall (55/100 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.
Fortis Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Fortis Inc. is a gas and electric utility company in Canada, the United States, and the Caribbean countries. The company is headquartered in St. John's, Canada.
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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