NorthWestern Corporation (NWE)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
NWE
NorthWestern Corporation
$69.87
+0.06%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.21B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$294.54
-1.81%
UTILITIES · Cap: $14.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Talen Energy Corporation generates 121% more annual revenue ($3.74B vs $1.69B). NWE leads profitability with a 10.1% profit margin vs -5.0%. NWE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
NWE
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
TLN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-21.9%
Fair Value
$56.15
Current Price
$69.87
$13.72 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : NWE
The strongest argument for NWE centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 14.6% 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 : NWE
The primary concerns for NWE 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
NWE profiles as a value 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.
NWE generates stronger free cash flow (-115M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NWE scores higher overall (61/100 vs 44/100) and 14.6% 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.
NorthWestern Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
NorthWestern Corporation, doing business as NorthWestern Energy, provides electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial and industrial customers. The company is headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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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