Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$322.03
+0.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $157.12B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$91.16
-0.50%
UTILITIES · Cap: $190.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 133% more annual revenue ($27.41B vs $11.76B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 23.0%. ADI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. ADI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-25.8%
Fair Value
$256.00
Current Price
$322.03
$66.03 premium
Margin of Safety
+41.0%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$91.16
$63.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.4%
Revenue surging 20.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADI
The strongest argument for ADI centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 33.1%. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 24.4%. Revenue growth of 20.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADI
The primary concerns for ADI are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
ADI is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
ADI generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ADI scores higher overall (75/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 30.4% revenue growth. NEE offers better value entry with a 41.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Analog Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), also known simply as Analog, is an American multinational semiconductor company specializing in data conversion, signal processing and power management technology, headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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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