Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsVistra Corp. (VST)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$86.01
+0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $181.90B
VST
Vistra Corp.
$146.40
+1.18%
UTILITIES · Cap: $48.29B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 48% more annual revenue ($28.70B vs $19.45B). NEE leads profitability with a 32.4% profit margin vs 11.5%. VST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
NEE
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
VST
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Revenue surging 43.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 26.6%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 52.3%
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 : VST
The strongest argument for VST centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 43.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.44 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : VST
The primary concerns for VST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a mature stock while VST is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VST carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
VST is growing revenue faster at 43.4% — sustainability is the question.
VST generates stronger free cash flow (140M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (71/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 32.4% margins and 12.4% revenue growth. 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Vistra Corp. The company is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
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