Ameren Corp (AEE)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
AEE
Ameren Corp
$106.06
-3.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $29.32B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$89.50
-3.15%
UTILITIES · Cap: $186.48B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 224% more annual revenue ($27.41B vs $8.47B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 17.2%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.67. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AEE
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.9%
Fair Value
$203.30
Current Price
$106.06
$97.24 discount
Margin of Safety
+42.0%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$89.50
$64.94 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEE
The strongest argument for AEE centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 24.6%.
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 : AEE
The primary concerns for AEE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
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
AEE profiles as a declining stock while NEE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 20.7% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 20.7% revenue growth. AEE offers better value entry with a 47.9% 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.
Ameren Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Ameren Corporation is an American power company created December 31, 1997, by the merger of St. Louis, Missouri's Union Electric Company (formerly NYSE: UEP) and the neighboring Central Illinois Public Service Company (CIPSCO Inc. holding, formerly NYSE: CIP) of Springfield, Illinois. It is now a holding company for several power companies and energy companies.
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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