Exelon Corporation (EXC)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
EXC
Exelon Corporation
$46.44
-3.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $47.52B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$89.50
-3.15%
UTILITIES · Cap: $186.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 13% more annual revenue ($27.41B vs $24.26B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 11.4%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.67. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
EXC
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-139.5%
Fair Value
$18.56
Current Price
$46.44
$27.88 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.6%
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
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 110.0%
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EXC
The strongest argument for EXC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : EXC
The primary concerns for EXC are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
EXC profiles as a declining stock while NEE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE 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
NEE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 20.7% revenue growth. 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.
Exelon Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Exelon Corporation is an American Fortune 100 energy company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and incorporated in Pennsylvania.
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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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