Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (BEP)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
BEP
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
$32.08
-3.46%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.70B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$94.17
+3.94%
UTILITIES · Cap: $196.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 335% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $6.41B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 0.9%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.13. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BEP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.7%
Fair Value
$79.57
Current Price
$32.08
$47.49 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 4511.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.1%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BEP
The strongest argument for BEP centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
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 : BEP
The primary concerns for BEP are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.9% 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
BEP profiles as a value stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
BEP is growing revenue faster at 7.5% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (-580M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. BEP offers better value entry with a 60.7% margin of safety. 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.
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP has a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities primarily in North America, Colombia, Brazil, Europe, India, and China. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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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