Edison International (EIX)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
EIX
Edison International
$56.00
-1.32%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.83B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$82.31
-0.16%
UTILITIES · Cap: $170.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 48% more annual revenue ($28.70B vs $19.42B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs 19.3%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
EIX
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
NEE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.8%
Fair Value
$59.45
Current Price
$56.00
$3.45 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 55.1% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.9%
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
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 4.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EIX
The strongest argument for EIX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 26.9%.
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 : EIX
The primary concerns for EIX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.48 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EIX profiles as a declining stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
EIX generates stronger free cash flow (-576M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EIX scores higher overall (71/100 vs 71/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. 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.
Edison International
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Edison International is a public utility holding company based in Rosemead, California. Its subsidiaries include Southern California Edison, and unregulated non-utility business assets Edison Energy.
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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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