MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
MDU
MDU Resources Group Inc
$19.20
-0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.12B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.08
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TransAlta Corp generates 24% more annual revenue ($2.27B vs $1.83B). MDU leads profitability with a 10.7% profit margin vs -1.0%. MDU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.36. MDU earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
MDU
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 47.2% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : MDU
The strongest argument for MDU centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MDU
The primary concerns for MDU are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
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
MDU profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
MDU generates stronger free cash flow (72M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MDU scores higher overall (61/100 vs 43/100). 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.
MDU Resources Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
MDU Resources Group, Inc. is involved in the regulated power supply and construction materials and services businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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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