Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsPetroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR (PBR)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$91.16
-0.50%
UTILITIES · Cap: $190.89B
PBR
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
$19.82
+0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $84.28B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR generates 1693% more annual revenue ($491.45B vs $27.41B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 15.8%. PBR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. PBR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
PBR
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.0%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$91.16
$63.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+3.6%
Fair Value
$16.42
Current Price
$19.82
$3.40 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 36.2%
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.5% earnings growth
Revenue declined 1.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : PBR
The strongest argument for PBR centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.8% and operating margin at 36.2%. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : PBR
The primary concerns for PBR are EPS Growth, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a growth stock while PBR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.75 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 20.7% — sustainability is the question.
PBR generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBR scores higher overall (69/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 15.8% margins. NEE offers better value entry with a 41.0% margin of safety. 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.
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.
Visit Website →Petroleo Brasileiro Petrobras SA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Petrleo Brasileiro SA - Petrobras produces and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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