Genie Energy Ltd (GNE)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
GNE
Genie Energy Ltd
$15.78
+0.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $399.53M
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$312.74
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 644% more annual revenue ($3.74B vs $502.62M). GNE leads profitability with a 5.0% profit margin vs -5.0%. GNE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
GNE
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+1.3%
Fair Value
$14.10
Current Price
$15.78
$1.68 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 380.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 4.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : GNE
The strongest argument for GNE centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GNE
The primary concerns for GNE are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth.
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
GNE 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.
GNE generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GNE scores higher overall (52/100 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.
Genie Energy Ltd
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Genie Energy Ltd. supplies electricity and natural gas to residential and small business customers in the United States, Europe and Asia. The company is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
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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