Humana Inc (HUM)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
HUM
Humana Inc
$246.33
+2.84%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $28.05B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$95.39
-0.92%
UTILITIES · Cap: $202.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Humana Inc generates 392% more annual revenue ($137.20B vs $27.87B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 0.8%. HUM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.33. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
HUM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NEE
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.0%
Fair Value
$1141.73
Current Price
$246.33
$895.40 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 23.5% year-over-year
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Earnings expanding 160.0% YoY
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Earnings declined 4.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HUM
The strongest argument for HUM centers on Altman Z-Score, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 23.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 30.2%.
Bear Case : HUM
The primary concerns for HUM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.8% 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
HUM profiles as a growth stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
HUM is growing revenue faster at 23.5% — sustainability is the question.
HUM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. HUM offers better value entry with a 81.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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.
Humana Inc
HEALTHCARE · HEALTHCARE PLANS · USA
Humana Inc. is a for-profit American health insurance company based in Louisville, Kentucky.
Visit Website →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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