Jabil Circuit Inc (JBL)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
JBL
Jabil Circuit Inc
$355.15
+1.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $36.88B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$93.10
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $194.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Jabil Circuit Inc generates 17% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $27.87B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 2.5%. JBL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. JBL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
JBL
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$282.03
Current Price
$355.15
$73.12 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Earnings expanding 96.2% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 23.1% year-over-year
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
2.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBL
The strongest argument for JBL centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 23.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.82 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : JBL
The primary concerns for JBL are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 47.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.5% 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
JBL profiles as a growth stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
JBL is growing revenue faster at 23.1% — sustainability is the question.
JBL generates stronger free cash flow (316M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBL scores higher overall (68/100 vs 67/100) and 23.1% revenue growth. 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.
Jabil Circuit Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Jabil Inc. provides global manufacturing solutions and services. The company is headquartered in Saint Petersburg, Florida.
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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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