TransAlta Corp (TAC)vsTennessee Valley Authority (TVE)
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.43
-0.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
TVE
Tennessee Valley Authority
$23.46
+0.04%
UTILITIES · Cap: $12.63M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
TVE leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -1.0%. TAC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 41/100 (D).
TAC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
TVE
Avoid17
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.2x 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
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TVE
The strongest argument for TVE centers on Debt/Equity.
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.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — 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 (41/100 vs 17/100) and 12.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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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