FirstEnergy Corporation (FE)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
FE
FirstEnergy Corporation
$46.42
+1.71%
UTILITIES · Cap: $27.20B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.84
+1.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $174.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 82% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $15.34B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 6.9%. FE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.67. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
FE
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
NEE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-63.5%
Fair Value
$29.31
Current Price
$46.42
$17.11 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 20.5%
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
6.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FE
The strongest argument for FE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. 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 : FE
The primary concerns for FE are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.22 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.89 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FE 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.
FE is growing revenue faster at 11.6% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (-580M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100), 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.
FirstEnergy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
FirstEnergy Corp is an electric utility headquartered in Akron, Ohio. Its subsidiaries and affiliates are involved in the distribution, transmission, and generation of electricity, as well as energy management and other energy-related services.
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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