Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (BEP)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
BEP
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
$36.52
-0.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $23.45B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.84
+1.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $174.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 339% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $6.34B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 0.3%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.84. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BEP
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D
NEE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.8%
Fair Value
$70.77
Current Price
$36.52
$34.25 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 4511.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Earnings expanding 160.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BEP
The strongest argument for BEP centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 30.2%.
Bear Case : BEP
The primary concerns for BEP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 8.73 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.89 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BEP profiles as a value stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.99 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (-580M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. BEP offers better value entry with a 55.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP has a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities primarily in North America, Colombia, Brazil, Europe, India, and China. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
Nextera Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
NextEra Energy, Inc. is an American energy company with about 46 gigawatts of generating capacity, revenues of over $17 billion in 2017, and about 14,000 employees throughout the US and Canada. Its subsidiaries include Florida Power & Light (FPL), NextEra Energy Resources, NextEra Energy Partners, Gulf Power Company, and NextEra Energy Services.
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