Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsWEC Energy Group Inc (WEC)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.84
+0.15%
UTILITIES · Cap: $174.48B
WEC
WEC Energy Group Inc
$112.95
+1.55%
UTILITIES · Cap: $36.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 176% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $10.08B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 16.2%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.84. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WEC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Margin of Safety
-59.0%
Fair Value
$71.13
Current Price
$112.95
$41.82 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.9%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : WEC
The strongest argument for WEC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.2% and operating margin at 28.9%.
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 : WEC
The primary concerns for WEC are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
WEC is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
WEC generates stronger free cash flow (401M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 62/100), 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 →WEC Energy Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
WEC Energy Group, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides electricity and natural gas to 4.4 million customers across four states.
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