Eversource Energy (ES)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
ES
Eversource Energy
$66.67
-4.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.03B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$89.50
+0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $186.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 102% more annual revenue ($27.41B vs $13.55B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 12.5%. ES appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.96. ES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
ES
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+67.1%
Fair Value
$213.41
Current Price
$66.67
$146.74 discount
Margin of Safety
+42.0%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$89.50
$64.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 466.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.4%
Revenue surging 20.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ES
The strongest argument for ES centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 24.4%. Revenue growth of 20.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ES
The primary concerns for ES are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ES profiles as a value stock while NEE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 20.7% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ES scores higher overall (79/100 vs 65/100) and 13.4% revenue growth. NEE offers better value entry with a 42.0% 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.
Eversource Energy
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Eversource Energy is a publicly traded, Fortune 500 energy company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston, Massachusetts.
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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