Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsViking Holdings Ltd (VIK)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.84
+1.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $174.48B
VIK
Viking Holdings Ltd
$89.94
-1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $39.94B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 319% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $6.66B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 18.0%. NEE trades at a lower P/E of 21.2x. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
VIK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Earnings expanding 226.6% YoY
17.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Operating margin of 1.1%
Trading at 36.7x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : VIK
The strongest argument for VIK centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 1.1%. Revenue growth of 17.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : VIK
The primary concerns for VIK are P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while VIK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VIK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
VIK is growing revenue faster at 17.5% — sustainability is the question.
VIK generates stronger free cash flow (152M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (69/100 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 →Viking Holdings Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Viking Holdings Ltd engages in the passenger shipping and other forms of passenger transport in North America, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda.
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