Hallador Energy Company (HNRG)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
HNRG
Hallador Energy Company
$15.12
-0.33%
UTILITIES · Cap: $682.64M
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.22
-0.57%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 398% more annual revenue ($2.27B vs $454.91M). HNRG leads profitability with a -0.2% profit margin vs -1.0%. HNRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.26. HNRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
HNRG
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 1408.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of -0.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : HNRG
The strongest argument for HNRG centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.26 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HNRG
The primary concerns for HNRG are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 724.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
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.
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Bottom Line
HNRG scores higher overall (44/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Hallador Energy Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Hallador Energy Company is engaged in the production of steam coal in the Illinois Basin for the electric power generation industry. The company is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.
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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