Kenon Holdings (KEN)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
KEN
Kenon Holdings
$65.38
-1.31%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.61B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$292.30
-0.34%
UTILITIES · Cap: $14.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 214% more annual revenue ($3.74B vs $1.19B). KEN leads profitability with a 10.0% profit margin vs -5.0%. KEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
KEN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TLN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-35.4%
Fair Value
$56.34
Current Price
$65.38
$9.04 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 93.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 803.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 4.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Trading at 8.7x 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 : KEN
The strongest argument for KEN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 93.4% 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 : KEN
The primary concerns for KEN are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 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
KEN profiles as a growth 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.
KEN generates stronger free cash flow (-239M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KEN scores higher overall (54/100 vs 44/100) and 93.4% 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.
Kenon Holdings
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Kenon Holdings Ltd., is the owner, developer and operator of power generation facilities in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
Visit Website →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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