H2O America (HTO)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
HTO
H2O America
$61.80
+1.25%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.41B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$347.75
+0.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 352% more annual revenue ($3.74B vs $828.50M). HTO leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -5.0%. HTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
HTO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+29.4%
Fair Value
$73.58
Current Price
$61.80
$11.78 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : HTO
The strongest argument for HTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HTO
The primary concerns for HTO are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
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
HTO profiles as a value 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.
HTO generates stronger free cash flow (-63M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HTO scores higher overall (55/100 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.
H2O America
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
H2O America, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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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