Entergy Corporation (ETR)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
ETR
Entergy Corporation
$111.59
-0.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $53.45B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$93.10
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $194.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 110% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $13.29B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 13.4%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.12. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ETR
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-33.4%
Fair Value
$75.11
Current Price
$111.59
$36.48 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
1.2% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ETR
The strongest argument for ETR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 12.0% 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 : ETR
The primary concerns for ETR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
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
ETR 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.
ETR is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (-580M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 53/100), 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.
Entergy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Entergy Corporation is a Fortune 500 integrated energy company engaged primarily in electric power production and retail distribution operations in the Deep South of the United States.
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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