TransAlta Corp (TAC)vsTennessee Valley Authority (TVE)
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.68
-2.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.23B
TVE
Tennessee Valley Authority
$23.53
-0.08%
UTILITIES · Cap: $12.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TVE leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -7.7%. TAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 33/100 (F).
TAC
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
TVE
Avoid17
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.7% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : TVE
TVE has a balanced fundamental profile.
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.
Bear Case : TVE
The primary concerns for TVE are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAC profiles as a turnaround stock while TVE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TVE is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (93M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TAC scores higher overall (33/100 vs 17/100). Both earn "Avoid" 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.
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.
Tennessee Valley Authority
UTILITIES · ELECTRICAL UTILITIES & IPPS · USA
Tennessee Valley Authority is engaged in the production and sale of electricity in the United States. The company is headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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