NiSource Inc (NI)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
NI
NiSource Inc
$45.84
+1.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.63B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NiSource Inc generates 208% more annual revenue ($6.82B vs $2.21B). NI leads profitability with a 14.1% profit margin vs -7.7%. NI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.69. NI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
NI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.8%
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 11.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NI
The strongest argument for NI centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Bull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : NI
The primary concerns for NI are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 1.74 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.17 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NI profiles as a value stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
NI is growing revenue faster at 8.2% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 33/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
NiSource Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
NiSource Inc. is one of the largest fully regulated utility companies in the United States. The company is based in Merrillville, 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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