Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsNRG Energy Inc. (NRG)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$86.01
+0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $181.90B
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$126.24
+5.42%
UTILITIES · Cap: $27.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NRG Energy Inc. generates 13% more annual revenue ($32.38B vs $28.70B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs 0.7%. NRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NEE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
NRG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Earnings expanding 53.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
19.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.4% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 147.6x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 4.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while NRG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.20 — expect wider price swings.
NRG is growing revenue faster at 19.5% — sustainability is the question.
NRG generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 12.4% 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.
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.
Visit Website →NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
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