Nextera Energy Inc (NEE)vsWEC Energy Group Inc (WEC)
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$91.62
-0.50%
UTILITIES · Cap: $186.48B
WEC
WEC Energy Group Inc
$113.08
+0.92%
UTILITIES · Cap: $36.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Nextera Energy Inc generates 180% more annual revenue ($27.41B vs $9.80B). NEE leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 15.9%. WEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.49. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WEC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+40.7%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$91.62
$62.82 discount
Margin of Safety
-245.9%
Fair Value
$32.71
Current Price
$113.08
$80.37 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 32.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : WEC
The strongest argument for WEC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 21.3%. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : WEC
The primary concerns for WEC are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE profiles as a growth stock while WEC is a mature 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.
NEE generates stronger free cash flow (277M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 20.7% revenue growth. 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 →WEC Energy Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
WEC Energy Group, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides electricity and natural gas to 4.4 million customers across four states.
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