Clearway Energy Inc Class C (CWEN)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
CWEN
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
$32.85
+5.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.62B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.91
-1.52%
UTILITIES · Cap: $181.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 1833% more annual revenue ($28.70B vs $1.49B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs 0.6%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CWEN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
NEE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-9.5%
Fair Value
$36.57
Current Price
$32.85
$3.72 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 556.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.8% revenue growth
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Earnings expanding 53.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWEN
The strongest argument for CWEN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 32.4% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWEN
The primary concerns for CWEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 317.3x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.81 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWEN profiles as a growth stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
CWEN is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
CWEN generates stronger free cash flow (256M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. 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.
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Clearway Energy, Inc., participates in the renewable energy businesses in the United States.
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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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