Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsShell PLC ADR (SHEL)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$91.16
-0.50%
UTILITIES · Cap: $190.89B
SHEL
Shell PLC ADR
$91.12
+0.45%
ENERGY · Cap: $254.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shell PLC ADR generates 874% more annual revenue ($266.89B vs $27.41B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 6.7%. SHEL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.25. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHEL
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
+71.2%
Fair Value
$280.80
Current Price
$91.12
$189.68 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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 3.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.8% earnings growth
6.7% margin — thin
Revenue declined 3.3%
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 : SHEL
The strongest argument for SHEL centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
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 : SHEL
The primary concerns for SHEL are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a growth stock while SHEL is a value 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.
SHEL generates stronger free cash flow (3.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 20.7% revenue growth. SHEL offers better value entry with a 71.2% 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 →Shell PLC ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Shell plc is a global petrochemical and energy company. The company is headquartered in The Hague, the Netherlands.
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