Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsNational Grid PLC ADR (NGG)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.03
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $175.57B
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$84.42
-1.88%
UTILITIES · Cap: $84.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 63% more annual revenue ($28.82B vs $17.69B). NEE leads profitability with a 40.4% profit margin vs 18.3%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
NGG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Earnings expanding 93.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.6x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.4% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
NGG is growing revenue faster at 2.0% — sustainability is the question.
NGG generates stronger free cash flow (-2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 40.4% margins. 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.
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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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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