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TransAlta Announces CEO Succession with Joel Hunter to Lead

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TransAlta Announces CEO Succession with Joel Hunter to Lead

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The latest announcement is out from TransAlta ( (TSE:TA) ).

On November 6, 2025, TransAlta Corporation announced that its President and CEO, John Kousinioris, will retire on April 30, 2026. Joel Hunter, the current Executive Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, will succeed him. This leadership transition is part of a strategic succession plan to ensure continuity and future growth. Kousinioris, who has been with TransAlta since 2012, will remain as a strategic advisor for six months post-retirement. The announcement reflects TransAlta’s commitment to strategic planning and leadership continuity, aiming to maximize long-term shareholder value and adapt to industry changes.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:TA) stock is a Buy with a C$20.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on TransAlta stock, see the TSE:TA Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on TSE:TA Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, TSE:TA is a Neutral.

TransAlta’s overall stock score is primarily driven by strong technical indicators and a positive earnings call, which highlight strategic advancements and robust financial performance in the second quarter. However, financial performance and valuation concerns, including high leverage and negative profitability, weigh down the score. Investors should be cautious of potential pullbacks due to overbought technical conditions.

To see Spark’s full report on TSE:TA stock, click here.

More about TransAlta

TransAlta Corporation is a leading power generation company with operations in Canada, the United States, and Australia. It focuses on providing affordable, energy-efficient, and reliable power to municipalities, industries, businesses, and utility customers. As one of Canada’s largest producers of wind and thermal power, and Alberta’s largest hydro-electric power operator, TransAlta is committed to sustainable development and has significantly reduced its greenhouse gas emissions.

Average Trading Volume: 1,419,860

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: C$6.97B

For an in-depth examination of TA stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.

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