Fortis Inc (FTS)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
FTS
Fortis Inc
$55.90
+1.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $28.97B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fortis Inc generates 453% more annual revenue ($12.23B vs $2.21B). FTS leads profitability with a 14.7% profit margin vs -7.7%. FTS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.71. FTS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
FTS
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.8%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
1.9% revenue growth
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FTS
The strongest argument for FTS centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : FTS
The primary concerns for FTS are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
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
FTS profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
TAC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
FTS is growing revenue faster at 1.9% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FTS scores higher overall (53/100 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.
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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