Sempra Energy (SRE)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
SRE
Sempra Energy
$83.34
-0.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.50B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$312.74
+0.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $15.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Sempra Energy generates 262% more annual revenue ($13.55B vs $3.74B). SRE leads profitability with a 16.8% profit margin vs -5.0%. SRE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
SRE
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TLN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.8%
Fair Value
$60.93
Current Price
$83.34
$22.41 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TLN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 71.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 111.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 0.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 9.3x 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 : SRE
The strongest argument for SRE centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 28.3%. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 111.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SRE
The primary concerns for SRE are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
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
SRE profiles as a declining 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.
TLN generates stronger free cash flow (-546M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SRE scores higher overall (68/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 16.8% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Sempra Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Sempra Energy is a North American energy infrastructure company based in San Diego, California. Sempra Energy's focus is on electric and natural gas infrastructure. Its operating companies include: Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in Southern California; Oncor Electric Delivery Company (Oncor) in Texas; Sempra LNG; and IEnova, based in Mexico.
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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