TransAlta Corp (TAC)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$12.67
-0.71%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.06B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$143.23
-1.85%
UTILITIES · Cap: $48.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Corp. generates 758% more annual revenue ($19.45B vs $2.27B). VST leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs -1.0%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
TAC
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
VST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Revenue surging 43.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 11.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 52.3%
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 : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 43.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : VST
The primary concerns for VST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 3.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAC profiles as a turnaround stock while VST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 43.4% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (316M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (68/100 vs 41/100) and 43.4% revenue growth. 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.
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.
Vistra Corp.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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