Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsRGC Resources Inc (RGCO)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$97.88
+3.94%
UTILITIES · Cap: $196.38B
RGCO
RGC Resources Inc
$22.73
+2.57%
UTILITIES · Cap: $229.51M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 28246% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $98.31M). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 13.1%. RGCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
RGCO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$25.63
Current Price
$22.73
$2.90 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 7.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : RGCO
The strongest argument for RGCO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.30 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 : RGCO
The primary concerns for RGCO are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while RGCO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
RGCO is growing revenue faster at 10.9% — sustainability is the question.
RGCO generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (67/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. RGCO offers better value entry with a 15.4% margin of safety. 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.
Visit Website →RGC Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
RGC Resources, Inc. is an energy services company. The company is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia.
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