Alliant Energy Corp (LNT)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
LNT
Alliant Energy Corp
$69.37
-0.96%
UTILITIES · Cap: $17.71B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$81.02
+1.35%
UTILITIES · Cap: $166.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 548% more annual revenue ($28.70B vs $4.43B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs 18.4%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
LNT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
NEE
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.5%
Fair Value
$49.97
Current Price
$69.37
$19.40 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LNT
The strongest argument for LNT centers on Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.4% and operating margin at 19.1%.
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 : LNT
The primary concerns for LNT are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.61 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 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LNT profiles as a value stock while NEE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 12.4% — sustainability is the question.
LNT generates stronger free cash flow (-301M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (74/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. 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.
Alliant Energy Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Alliant Energy is a public utility holding company headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin providing power in Iowa and Wisconsin.
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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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