Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$97.88
+3.94%
UTILITIES · Cap: $196.38B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$91.90
+0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 1336% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $1.94B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 22.7%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.13. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SWX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Margin of Safety
-18.3%
Fair Value
$72.67
Current Price
$91.90
$19.23 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Strong operational efficiency at 33.9%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 13.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 33.9%.
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.
Bear Case : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
SWX generates stronger free cash flow (-503M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100), 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.
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 →Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. purchases, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada and California. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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