Edison International (EIX)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
EIX
Edison International
$71.19
-0.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $27.40B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$91.16
-0.50%
UTILITIES · Cap: $190.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 42% more annual revenue ($27.41B vs $19.32B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 23.1%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.74. EIX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 85/100 (A).
EIX
Exceptional Buy85
out of 100
Grade: A
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+87.6%
Fair Value
$540.54
Current Price
$71.19
$469.35 discount
Margin of Safety
+41.0%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$91.16
$63.28 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Revenue surging 30.8% year-over-year
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
4.5% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EIX
The strongest argument for EIX centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 30.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : EIX
The primary concerns for EIX are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.42 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
EIX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
EIX is growing revenue faster at 30.8% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
EIX scores higher overall (85/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins and 30.8% revenue growth. NEE offers better value entry with a 41.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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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