CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
CMS
CMS Energy Corporation
$72.61
-1.83%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.85B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$93.10
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $194.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 216% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $8.82B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 12.6%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.12. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CMS
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.5%
Fair Value
$48.56
Current Price
$72.61
$24.05 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMS
The strongest argument for CMS centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : CMS
The primary concerns for CMS are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
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
CMS 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.
CMS is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
CMS generates stronger free cash flow (-334M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
CMS Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
CMS Energy (NYSE: CMS), based in Jackson, Michigan, is an energy company that is focused principally on utility operations in Michigan.
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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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