Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc (HE)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
HE
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$10.38
-0.86%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.78B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc generates 45% more annual revenue ($3.28B vs $2.27B). HE leads profitability with a 6.8% profit margin vs -1.0%. HE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 6.55. HE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
HE
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.1%
Fair Value
$24.79
Current Price
$10.38
$14.41 discount
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
Earnings expanding 373.3% YoY
Revenue surging 25.9% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 8.0% — below average capital efficiency
6.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.5%
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 : HE
The strongest argument for HE centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 25.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HE
The primary concerns for HE are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
HE profiles as a growth stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
HE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
HE is growing revenue faster at 25.9% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HE scores higher overall (64/100 vs 43/100) and 25.9% revenue growth. 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.
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. is engaged in the renewable / sustainable infrastructure, banking and electricity utility investment businesses in the State of Hawaii. The company is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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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