Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc (HE)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
HE
Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc
$8.39
+0.48%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.54B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$347.75
+0.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 14% more annual revenue ($3.74B vs $3.28B). HE leads profitability with a 6.8% profit margin vs -5.0%. HE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
HE
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.3%
Fair Value
$24.51
Current Price
$8.39
$16.12 discount
Margin of Safety
-80.1%
Fair Value
$196.94
Current Price
$347.75
$150.81 premium
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
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
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%
Trading at 10.3x 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 : 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 : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% 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 : 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
HE profiles as a growth stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.62 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 111.2% — sustainability is the question.
TLN generates stronger free cash flow (-546M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HE scores higher overall (66/100 vs 42/100) and 25.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
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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