Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsTransAlta Corp (TAC)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$80.37
+1.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $170.69B
TAC
TransAlta Corp
$11.95
+3.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 1167% more annual revenue ($28.70B vs $2.27B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs -1.0%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.82. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NEE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
TAC
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Earnings expanding 53.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.3%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -12.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.6%
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 32.4% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 12.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TAC
The strongest argument for TAC centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 12.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.93 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TAC
The primary concerns for TAC are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.38 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while TAC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
TAC is growing revenue faster at 12.5% — sustainability is the question.
TAC generates stronger free cash flow (17M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 →TransAlta Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
TransAlta Corporation owns, operates and develops a diverse fleet of electric power generation assets in Canada, the United States and Australia. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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