Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsPPL Corporation (PPL)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$93.10
-0.24%
UTILITIES · Cap: $194.60B
PPL
PPL Corporation
$35.91
-2.34%
UTILITIES · Cap: $27.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 208% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $9.04B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 13.1%. PPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.43. PPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
PPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Margin of Safety
-23.8%
Fair Value
$29.07
Current Price
$35.91
$6.84 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
2.8% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : PPL
The strongest argument for PPL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.43 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : PPL
The primary concerns for PPL are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while PPL is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (-580M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. 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 →PPL Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
PPL Corporation is an energy company headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States.
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