Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsNorthwest Natural Gas Co (NWN)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$86.19
+0.03%
UTILITIES · Cap: $181.90B
NWN
Northwest Natural Gas Co
$50.43
-0.85%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.14B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 2120% more annual revenue ($28.70B vs $1.29B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs 9.7%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NEE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
NWN
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Margin of Safety
+17.3%
Fair Value
$59.10
Current Price
$50.43
$8.67 discount
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
3.1% revenue growth
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : NWN
The strongest argument for NWN centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : NWN
The primary concerns for NWN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.73 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while NWN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
NWN generates stronger free cash flow (-12M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. NWN offers better value entry with a 17.3% margin of safety. 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Northwest Natural Holding Company, through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, provides regulated natural gas distribution services to residential, commercial, industrial and transportation customers in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The company is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
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