Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$386.37
-1.07%
UTILITIES · Cap: $17.85B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waters Corporation generates 12% more annual revenue ($3.77B vs $3.37B). WAT leads profitability with a 11.9% profit margin vs -0.6%. WAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
TLN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-76.5%
Fair Value
$200.88
Current Price
$386.37
$185.49 premium
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 78.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Trading at 16.2x book value
ROE of -1.9% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 78.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TLN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
TLN generates stronger free cash flow (461M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WAT scores higher overall (52/100 vs 48/100) and 91.5% revenue growth. Both earn "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.
Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a leading power generation and infrastructure company based in the United States, specializing in the development and operation of reliable and sustainable energy solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes both traditional and renewable energy sources, Talen Energy is committed to supporting the evolving energy landscape while prioritizing environmental stewardship. The company is strategically positioned to meet growing electricity demand, leverage technological advancements, and enhance grid resilience, making it an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors focused on the energy sector's transformation.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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