Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$133.20
+4.23%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $73.67B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$93.10
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $194.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A generates 12% more annual revenue ($31.29B vs $27.87B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 3.7%. APO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
APO
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
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
Areas to Watch
3.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 9.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.67 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 80.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APO profiles as a value stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
APO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
APO generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO) is a premier global alternative investment firm renowned for its strategic focus on private equity, credit, and real estate investments across diverse sectors including healthcare, financial services, and technology. The firm utilizes a rigorous investment approach, drawing on extensive industry expertise and operational insights to optimize portfolio performance and drive long-term growth. With a commitment to identifying lucrative investment opportunities in both developed and emerging markets, Apollo aims to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors, backed by its significant capital resources and innovative strategies.
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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