BP PLC ADR (BP)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
BP
BP PLC ADR
$43.34
-1.07%
ENERGY · Cap: $114.92B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$93.10
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $194.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BP PLC ADR generates 593% more annual revenue ($193.00B vs $27.87B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 1.7%. BP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.05. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BP
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+26.9%
Fair Value
$52.77
Current Price
$43.34
$9.43 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 474.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.4x book value
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
1.7% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BP
The strongest argument for BP centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.05 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : BP
The primary concerns for BP are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Thin 1.7% 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 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BP profiles as a value stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
BP is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
BP generates stronger free cash flow (-381M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. BP offers better value entry with a 26.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
BP PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
BP plc participates in the energy business globally. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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