TransAlta Corp (TAC)vsVistra Energy Corp (VST)
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$11.78
-5.08%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.73B
VST
Vistra Energy Corp
$146.02
-12.76%
UTILITIES · Cap: $54.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Vistra Energy Corp generates 638% more annual revenue ($17.74B vs $2.40B). VST leads profitability with a 5.3% profit margin vs -5.7%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. VST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
TAC
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
VST
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAC.
Margin of Safety
-975.5%
Fair Value
$14.89
Current Price
$146.02
$131.13 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -9.6% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 18.8x book value
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TAC
TAC has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on Market Cap. Revenue growth of 13.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.34 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.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 74.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 3.36 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAC profiles as a turnaround stock while VST is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 13.6% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (147M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
VST scores higher overall (53/100 vs 31/100) and 13.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" 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.
Vistra Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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