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TransAlta (TA) Stock Price & Analysis

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TA Stock Chart & Stats

CA$19.09CA$0.13(0.69%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
C$16C$17C$18C$19Aug 17Aug 31Sep 14Sep 28Oct 13Oct 26Nov 9
Day’s Range
CAD 19.02 - CAD 19.45
52-Week Range
CAD 15.62 - CAD 21.99
Previous Close
CAD 18.96
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
2.10M
Market Cap
CAD 6.00B
Enterprise Value
CAD 10.25B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
CAD 425.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
CAD 4.22B
Price to Earnings (P/E)
123.3
Beta
1.15
Next Earnings
Feb 25, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
0.04
Next Dividend Ex-Date
Dec 01, 2026
Dividend Yield
1.42%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Strong Operating Margins

TransAlta’s strong operating margins show that its generation portfolio can convert revenue into substantial operating earnings. The return to profitability also supports internal funding capacity, although sustaining these margins will depend on asset performance, market conditions, and the mix of contracted and merchant power.

Long-Term Contracted Cash Flow

The Colorado acquisition increases the share of predictable cash flow in TransAlta’s portfolio through long-term contracted assets. Its expected recurring EBITDA should improve earnings visibility, diversify the operating base, and provide a durable platform for further activity in the Western U.S. power market.

Hedging And Asset Optimization

Effective hedging and dispatch optimization help TransAlta protect realized pricing when wholesale markets are weak, while high fleet availability supports dependable output. These capabilities are durable competitive advantages because they improve monetization of the existing fleet and reduce reliance on unhedged spot prices.

Bears Say

Elevated Leverage

The debt-heavy capital structure reduces financial flexibility and leaves more cash flow committed to servicing obligations. Although leverage has improved from prior peaks, debt remains substantial relative to equity, which can constrain growth investment, asset development, and resilience during weaker power markets.

Declining Revenue And Free Cash Flow

Weakening revenue and free-cash-flow momentum indicate that current profitability is not yet translating into consistent growth in distributable financial capacity. Continued pressure could reduce the funds available for debt reduction, maintenance, dividends, and expansion while increasing dependence on asset sales or financing.

Earnings Volatility

The swing from strong profits to a loss and then a modest recovery highlights sensitivity to power prices, generation conditions, and portfolio mix. Earnings variability makes results harder to forecast and may limit confidence that recent profitability represents a stable normalized level over the next several quarters.

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TA FAQ

What was TransAlta’s price range in the past 12 months?
TransAlta lowest stock price was C$15.62 and its highest was C$21.99 in the past 12 months.
What is TransAlta’s market cap?
TransAlta’s market cap is C$6.00B.
When is TransAlta’s upcoming earnings report date?
TransAlta’s next earnings report is estimated for Feb 25, 2027 (not yet confirmed), which is in 105 days.
How were TransAlta’s earnings last quarter?
TransAlta released its earnings results on Nov 03, 2026. The company reported C$0.18 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of C$0.069 by C$0.111.
Is TransAlta overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts TransAlta’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does TransAlta pay dividends?
TransAlta pays a quarterly dividend of C$0.07 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.42%. See more information on TransAlta dividends here
What is TransAlta’s EPS estimate?
TransAlta’s EPS estimate is 0.04.
How many shares outstanding does TransAlta have?
TransAlta has 316,300,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to TransAlta’s price movement after its last earnings report?
TransAlta reported an EPS of C$0.18 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of C$0.069. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.987%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of TransAlta?
Hedge funds hold TransAlta shares: the largest hedge-fund position in TransAlta is 549,129,551 shares, and hedge funds increased their holdings by 72.7K shares last quarter.
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology