Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsTrade Desk Inc (TTD)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.84
+1.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $174.48B
TTD
Trade Desk Inc
$19.95
-5.14%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $9.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 839% more annual revenue ($27.87B vs $2.97B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 14.6%. TTD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.92. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TTD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Earnings declined 20.0%
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 : TTD
The strongest argument for TTD centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.92 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 1.89 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TTD
The primary concerns for TTD are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while TTD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TTD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.02 — expect wider price swings.
TTD is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
TTD generates stronger free cash flow (279M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (69/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. 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 →Trade Desk Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ADVERTISING AGENCIES · USA
Trade Desk, Inc. is a technology company in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ventura, California.
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