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TransAlta Corporation (TAC) Stock News, Jun-Nov 2022

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TransAlta Corporation (TAC) reports developments as a publicly traded power generator with operations in Canada, the United States and Western Australia. The company’s portfolio includes hydro, wind and solar, gas and energy-transition assets, with updates often tied to fleet availability, contracted generation, hedging activity, Alberta power-market conditions and cash-flow performance.

Company announcements also cover quarterly results and guidance, annual shareholder meeting outcomes, board and executive leadership changes, preferred share dividends and preferred share conversion mechanics. Operational news may address asset-specific matters within TransAlta’s generation fleet and the integration of acquired assets into its broader power platform.

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TransAlta Corporation (NYSE: TAC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.055 per common share, payable on January 1, 2023, to shareholders of record by the close of business on December 1, 2022. Additionally, the Board announced dividends for Cumulative Redeemable Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, including Series A at 2.877% ($0.17981), Series B at 5.348% ($0.33700), and Series C at 5.854% ($0.36588), all with the same payment schedule. All amounts are in Canadian dollars.

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TransAlta Corporation reported a robust third quarter for 2022, highlighting an Adjusted EBITDA of $555 million, a 38% increase year-over-year. The company achieved Free Cash Flow of $393 million or $1.45 per share, representing an 88% rise in per-share value. The firm recorded net earnings of $61 million compared to a loss of $456 million in the previous year. Furthermore, a 10% increase in the annual common share dividend to $0.22 was approved, effective January 1, 2023. TransAlta also expanded its development pipeline by 553 MW across North America.

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TransAlta Corporation (TAC) will announce its third quarter 2022 results on November 8, 2022, before market opening. A conference call for stakeholders is scheduled for the same day at 9:00 a.m. MT (11:00 a.m. ET). TransAlta Renewables will report its third quarter results on November 4, 2022, with relevant inquiries addressed in the main conference call. TransAlta positions itself as a leading power generator in Canada, focusing on sustainability, with a notable 61% reduction in GHG emissions since 2015.

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TransAlta Corporation announced that only 89,945 of the Cumulative Redeemable Rate Reset Preferred Shares, Series E were tendered for conversion into Series F Shares, falling short of the one million required for conversion. Consequently, no Series E Shares will convert on September 30, 2022. TransAlta operates a diversified fleet of electricity generation assets across Canada, the U.S., and Australia, prioritizing long-term shareholder value and having achieved a 61% reduction in GHG emissions since 2015.

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On August 31, 2022, TransAlta Corporation announced it will not redeem its Series E preferred shares on September 30, 2022. Holders can convert Series E Shares into Series F Shares at a one-for-one basis on the Conversion Date. The Series E Shares will yield a 6.894% annual dividend from September 30, 2022, to September 30, 2027. A dividend of $0.32463 is payable to Series E holders on September 30, 2022. TransAlta plans to maintain shareholder value while offering flexible conversion options for preferred shares.

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TransAlta Corporation reported its Q2 2022 financial results, revealing an Adjusted EBITDA of $279 million, a decrease of 13% year-over-year. The Free Cash Flow declined to $145 million or $0.54 per share. The net loss attributable to shareholders was $80 million or $0.30 per share, compared to a loss of $0.04 per share in the previous year. Key developments included a 10-year contract extension for Kent Hills wind facilities, a new long-term PPA with Meta for a 200 MW wind project, and the addition of 325 MW to the renewable development pipeline.

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TransAlta Corporation (TSX: TA, NYSE: TAC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per common share, payable on October 1, 2022. The record date for this dividend is September 1, 2022. Additionally, dividends for its Cumulative Redeemable Rate Reset First Preferred Shares include various series with rates ranging from 2.877% to 5.854%, all payable on September 30, 2022. This reflects TransAlta's commitment to providing long-term shareholder value while being one of Canada's largest producers of wind and hydroelectric power.

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TransAlta Corporation (NYSE: TAC) issued a correction regarding the release dates for its second quarter 2022 results. TransAlta Renewables Inc. will report results before markets open on August 4, 2022, while TransAlta's own results will follow on August 5, 2022. A conference call for TransAlta Renewables is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. MT on August 5, 2022. The release aims to clarify important dates for investors and stakeholders looking for financial updates on the company's performance.

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TransAlta Corporation (NYSE: TAC) has unveiled a new visual identity, including a logo and tagline, aligning with its commitment to a carbon-neutral future. This rebranding marks 111 years since its inception in Calgary. The company operates a diversified generation portfolio of wind, solar, hydro, and gas across Canada, the U.S., and Australia. CEO John Kousinioris emphasized the significance of this change as it reflects the company's investments in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing renewable energy projects.

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TransAlta Corporation (NYSE: TAC) announced that 1,044,299 of its 11,000,000 Series C Preferred Shares will convert into Series D Preferred Shares, effective June 30, 2022. Post conversion, 9,955,701 Series C and 1,044,299 Series D Shares will be outstanding. Series C Shares will maintain a fixed dividend rate of 5.854%, while Series D Shares will start at a floating rate of 4.577%. Both share classes will continue trading on the TSX under their respective symbols, with the Series D Shares beginning on June 30, 2022.

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What is the current stock price of TransAlta (TAC)?

TransAlta (TAC) last closed at $13.21.

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The market cap of TransAlta (TAC) is approximately $4.2B.