NextEra Energy (NEE)


Market Price (8/17/2026): $86.0 | Market Cap: $179.2 BilInvestor Relations Sector: Utilities | Industry: Multi-Utilities

NextEra Energy (NEE)


Market Price (8/17/2026): $86.0
Market Cap: $179.2 Bil
Sector: Utilities
Industry: Multi-Utilities

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.9%, Dividend Yield is 2.8%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.5%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 48%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11%, CFO LTM is 14 Bil, FCF LTM is 3.0 Bil

Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 22%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Renewable Energy Transition, Smart Grids & Grid Modernization, and Hydrogen Economy. Themes include Solar Energy Generation, Show more.

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -28%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -38%

Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 60%

Expensive valuation multiples
P/SPrice/Sales ratio is 6.3x

Key risks
NEE key risks include [1] a substantial debt load and sensitivity to interest rates, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 7.9%, Dividend Yield is 2.8%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 3.5%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 48%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11%, CFO LTM is 14 Bil, FCF LTM is 3.0 Bil
2 Low stock price volatility
Vol 12M is 22%
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Renewable Energy Transition, Smart Grids & Grid Modernization, and Hydrogen Economy. Themes include Solar Energy Generation, Show more.
4 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -28%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -38%
5 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 60%
6 Expensive valuation multiples
P/SPrice/Sales ratio is 6.3x
7 Key risks
NEE key risks include [1] a substantial debt load and sensitivity to interest rates, Show more.

NEE in ETFs

Weight = NEE's share of each fund

SPY0.27%
VOO0.28%
IVV0.27%
VTI0.25%
ITOT0.24%
IWB0.25%
RSP0.19%
VTV0.64%
+33 more covered ETFs

Valuation & Metrics

Price Chart

Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 8/1/2026

NextEra Energy (NEE) stock has lost about 10% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. NextEra Energy's revenue for fiscal Q2 2026 (ending June 30, 2026) significantly missed analyst expectations. While the company reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.15, beating the consensus estimate of $1.11, its revenue of $7.53 billion fell short of analysts' expectations of approximately $8.11 billion by about 7.1%. This substantial top-line miss likely contributed to investor disappointment during the period.

2. Concerns regarding the long-term growth trajectory of its renewable energy segment persisted. NextEra Energy's stock experienced underperformance relative to the broader utility sector following an earlier Investor Day where key metrics indicated a reduction in wind assets within the development backlog from 36% to 25% for the 2024-2027 period. This shift raised questions about the sustained long-term growth potential of its NextEra Energy Resources segment.

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Updated on 8/1/2026

NextEra Energy (NEE) stock has lost about 10% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. NextEra Energy's revenue for fiscal Q2 2026 (ending June 30, 2026) significantly missed analyst expectations. While the company reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.15, beating the consensus estimate of $1.11, its revenue of $7.53 billion fell short of analysts' expectations of approximately $8.11 billion by about 7.1%. This substantial top-line miss likely contributed to investor disappointment during the period.

2. Concerns regarding the long-term growth trajectory of its renewable energy segment persisted. NextEra Energy's stock experienced underperformance relative to the broader utility sector following an earlier Investor Day where key metrics indicated a reduction in wind assets within the development backlog from 36% to 25% for the 2024-2027 period. This shift raised questions about the sustained long-term growth potential of its NextEra Energy Resources segment.

3. The sustained high interest rate environment created macroeconomic headwinds. The Federal Reserve's decision in July 2026 to maintain the federal funds rate at 3.50% to 3.75%, accompanied by indications that lower interest rates were not imminent, negatively impacted capital-intensive utility stocks like NextEra Energy. Higher borrowing costs for major projects and reduced attractiveness of dividend-paying stocks compared to fixed-income alternatives likely weighed on investor sentiment throughout the period.

4. Rising operating costs for utilities combined with potential regulatory pressures on rate increases. Utilities across the United States requested a record $18.6 billion in electric and gas rate increases during the first half of fiscal 2026, with $9.2 billion of these requests occurring in fiscal Q2 2026 alone, signaling escalating operating costs. Concurrently, legislative actions such as the "RELIEF Act of 2026" passed in April 2026 aimed at moderating energy price inflation, which could constrain utilities' ability to fully pass on these increased costs to consumers through rate adjustments, potentially impacting profitability.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -11.3% change in NEE stock from 4/30/2026 to 8/16/2026 was primarily driven by a -21.9% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)43020268162026Change
Stock Price ($)97.1786.19-11.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)27,86728,7013.0%
Net Income Margin (%)29.4%32.4%10.3%
P/E Multiple24.719.3-21.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2,0822,0840.0%
Cumulative Contribution-11.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

4/30/2026 to 8/16/2026
ReturnCorrelation
NEE-11.3% 
Market (SPY)8.0%-1.7%
Sector (XLU)-5.4%72.9%

Fundamental Drivers

The -0.6% change in NEE stock from 1/31/2026 to 8/16/2026 was primarily driven by a -29.8% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)13120268162026Change
Stock Price ($)86.6786.19-0.6%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)26,29828,7019.1%
Net Income Margin (%)24.7%32.4%31.0%
P/E Multiple27.519.3-29.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2,0652,084-0.9%
Cumulative Contribution-0.6%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

1/31/2026 to 8/16/2026
ReturnCorrelation
NEE-0.6% 
Market (SPY)12.5%0.7%
Sector (XLU)3.2%75.2%

Fundamental Drivers

The 24.8% change in NEE stock from 7/31/2025 to 8/16/2026 was primarily driven by a 41.8% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)73120258162026Change
Stock Price ($)69.0686.1924.8%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)25,89928,70110.8%
Net Income Margin (%)22.8%32.4%41.8%
P/E Multiple24.019.3-19.6%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2,0572,084-1.3%
Cumulative Contribution24.8%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2025 to 8/16/2026
ReturnCorrelation
NEE24.8% 
Market (SPY)23.9%7.6%
Sector (XLU)5.7%70.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The 28.5% change in NEE stock from 7/31/2023 to 8/16/2026 was primarily driven by a 15.3% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)73120238162026Change
Stock Price ($)67.0986.1928.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)26,94828,7016.5%
Net Income Margin (%)30.1%32.4%7.8%
P/E Multiple16.819.315.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2,0222,084-3.0%
Cumulative Contribution28.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

7/31/2023 to 8/16/2026
ReturnCorrelation
NEE28.5% 
Market (SPY)75.6%18.5%
Sector (XLU)43.7%74.8%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
NEE Return23%-9%-25%21%15%9%28%
Peers Return19%2%-9%17%17%11%68%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%14%108%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
NEE Win Rate75%58%42%50%58%50% 
Peers Win Rate55%62%53%62%65%52% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
NEE Max Drawdown-18%-26%-41%-18%-16%-15% 
Peers Max Drawdown-10%-26%-22%-12%-12%-11% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: DUK, SO, D, AEP, EXC. See NEE Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 8/14/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventNEES&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-34.2%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven51.9%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven213 days24 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-24.8%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven33.1%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven95 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-33.5%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven50.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven116 days140 days
2016-2017 Trump Reflation Bond Selloff
  % Loss-10.2%-3.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven11.4%3.9%
  Time to Breakeven89 days6 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-12.9%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven14.9%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven146 days62 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-12.7%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven14.5%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven80 days123 days

Compare to DUK, SO, D, AEP, EXC

In The Past

NextEra Energy's stock fell -6.4% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 6.8% gain to breakeven.

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EventNEES&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-34.2%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven51.9%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven213 days24 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-24.8%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven33.1%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven95 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-33.5%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven50.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven116 days140 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-44.8%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven81.1%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven1167 days1085 days

Compare to DUK, SO, D, AEP, EXC

In The Past

NextEra Energy's stock fell -6.4% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 6.8% gain to breakeven.

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Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

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About NextEra Energy (NEE)

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) is a leading North American energy company primarily involved in the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electric power. The company utilizes a diverse portfolio of energy sources, including wind, solar, nuclear, natural gas, and coal, to produce electricity. This comprehensive approach allows NextEra Energy to serve a wide range of customers while also being a significant developer and operator of clean energy solutions.

The company's business model encompasses two main areas. Firstly, through its regulated utility operations, it provides essential electricity services to approximately 5.7 million customer accounts, serving about 11 million people across the east and lower west coasts of Florida. Secondly, NextEra Energy also develops, constructs, and operates long-term contracted clean energy assets, such as renewable generation facilities, battery storage projects, and electric transmission facilities across North America. It also sells energy commodities and manages generation facilities in wholesale energy markets.

NextEra Energy's primary customers include retail electric consumers in Florida, where it acts as a traditional utility. Beyond Florida, its market extends to wholesale customers and entities seeking long-term contracted clean energy solutions across North America. This dual focus allows NextEra Energy to maintain a stable regulated earnings base while also capitalizing on the growing demand for renewable energy and grid infrastructure improvements.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for NextEra Energy (NEE):

  • The Amazon of utility-scale clean energy infrastructure.

  • Imagine Con Edison (a major city's power utility), but also as one of North America's largest developers and operators of wind and solar farms.

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  • Electric Power Generation: Produces electricity using various sources, including wind, solar, nuclear, natural gas, and coal.
  • Electric Power Transmission & Distribution: Transmits and distributes generated electricity to retail and wholesale customers through its network of lines and substations.
  • Clean Energy Infrastructure Development & Operation: Develops, constructs, and operates long-term contracted assets such as renewable generation facilities, battery storage projects, and electric transmission facilities.
  • Energy Commodity Sales: Sells energy commodities in wholesale energy markets.

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NextEra Energy (NEE) primarily serves a combination of retail and wholesale customers. Based on the provided information, a significant portion of its direct service is to individual consumers and businesses in Florida. Therefore, the company serves the following categories of customers:

1. Residential Customers: NextEra Energy serves approximately 11 million people through approximately 5.7 million customer accounts in the east and lower west coasts of Florida. These customers are individual households that consume electricity for personal use.

2. Commercial and Industrial Customers: Within its Florida service territory, NextEra Energy also serves various commercial establishments and industrial facilities. These customers represent businesses of different sizes that require electricity for their operations.

3. Wholesale Customers: Beyond its direct retail base in Florida, NextEra Energy also sells electric power to wholesale customers across North America. These include other utility companies, municipalities, and energy marketers who purchase electricity in bulk for distribution or resale, as well as entities involved in wholesale energy markets.

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John W. Ketchum, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

John W. Ketchum joined NextEra Energy in 2002. He was appointed president and CEO in March 2022 and became chairman of the board of directors in July 2022. Mr. Ketchum also serves as chairman of Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) since February 2023. His previous roles at NextEra Energy include president and CEO of NextEra Energy Resources, chief financial officer of NextEra Energy, and chief financial officer of FPL. He also served as CEO, president, and chief financial officer of XPLR Infrastructure (NextEra Energy Partners). Before joining NextEra Energy, he worked as a lawyer. Mr. Ketchum holds a Master of Laws degree in taxation and a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, and a Bachelor of Arts in economics and finance from the University of Arizona. He completed the Emerging CFO – Strategic Financial Leadership Program at Stanford University.

Michael H. Dunne, Executive Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer

Michael H. Dunne was appointed Executive Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer for NextEra Energy, Inc. and Florida Power & Light Company, effective May 22, 2025. He previously served as treasurer and assistant secretary for NextEra Energy since January 2023 and as vice president, finance in 2022. Prior to joining NextEra Energy in April 2022, Mr. Dunne was a managing director, power and renewables, investment banking at Bank of America. At Bank of America, he led the firm's renewable and energy transition strategic advisory efforts, having joined the firm in 2002. He holds a law degree from Harvard Law School and a bachelor's in economics and history from Duke University.

Armando Pimentel, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer, Florida Power & Light Company

Armando Pimentel, Jr. was appointed chief executive officer of Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) in February 2023. He previously served as president and CEO of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC and as executive vice president, finance, and chief financial officer of NextEra Energy.

Brian W. Bolster, President and Chief Executive Officer, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC

Brian W. Bolster became President and Chief Executive Officer of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, effective May 22, 2025. He joined NextEra Energy in May 2024 as executive vice president, finance and CFO. Before joining NextEra Energy, Mr. Bolster was the head of natural resources in the Americas at Goldman Sachs, where he played an integral role in growing the firm's natural resources business. He started at Goldman Sachs in 1999, becoming a managing director in 2007 and a partner in 2012.

Kirk Crews, Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer

Kirk Crews is executive vice president and chief risk officer for NextEra Energy, Inc. He joined NextEra Energy in 2016 and has held various business and financial roles within the company. Prior to his current position, Mr. Crews served as executive vice president, finance and chief financial officer (CFO) for NextEra Energy, as well as executive vice president, finance and CFO of Florida Power & Light Company. He also held the role of CFO and was a member of the board of directors for XPLR Infrastructure, LP.

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The key risks to NextEra Energy (NEE) are primarily associated with the highly regulated nature of the utility industry, its significant operations in a hurricane-prone region, and its exposure to fuel price fluctuations.

  • Regulatory and Political Risks: NextEra Energy operates in a heavily regulated industry where changes in energy policies, environmental regulations (particularly concerning its coal and natural gas facilities), and rate-setting mechanisms can directly impact its operations and financial performance. Its significant presence and customer base in Florida make it particularly susceptible to the state's regulatory environment and political shifts.
  • Weather-Related Risks and Climate Change: Given its extensive transmission and distribution infrastructure and customer concentration in Florida, NextEra Energy is highly vulnerable to severe weather events such as hurricanes and tropical storms. These events can cause significant damage to infrastructure, lead to costly repairs, service disruptions, and increased operating expenses. The broader impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels and altered weather patterns, could also affect long-term operational costs and infrastructure resilience.
  • Commodity Price Volatility: Although NextEra Energy has a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets, it still generates electricity through natural gas and coal facilities and sells energy commodities in wholesale markets. Fluctuations in the prices of natural gas and coal can affect the cost of electricity generation and impact profitability, especially for generation not covered by long-term, fixed-price contracts.
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The clear emerging threat for NextEra Energy is the increasing adoption of distributed energy resources, specifically customer-owned rooftop solar and battery storage systems. This trend allows residential and commercial customers to generate and store their own electricity, reducing their reliance on purchasing power from NextEra's grid and potentially impacting the company's retail electricity sales and distribution revenue streams, which are core to its traditional utility business model in Florida.

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NextEra Energy (NEE) operates in several significant addressable markets across North America, primarily in electric power generation, transmission, distribution, and clean energy solutions such as wind, solar, and battery storage. The addressable market sizes for its main products and services are detailed below:

Electricity Generation and Retail/Wholesale Market

  • The power generation industry within the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) countries (U.S., Canada, and Mexico) had a total market value of approximately $229.4 billion in 2024. This market is projected to grow to approximately $279.7 billion by 2029. The U.S. alone accounted for $168.0 billion of this market in 2024, with a projection to reach $210.1 billion by 2029.
  • In Florida, where NextEra Energy's subsidiary Florida Power & Light (FPL) operates, the total electricity net generation was approximately 266,119,236 megawatthours in 2024. FPL serves approximately 5.9 million customer accounts, totaling about 12 million people in Florida, and reported operating revenues of $18.37 billion in 2023. In March 2026, FPL held a 50% market share among utilities in Florida.

Renewable Energy Market (Overall)

  • The U.S. renewable energy market was valued at approximately $94.86 billion in 2024. It is estimated to reach $98.30 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to approximately $122.0 billion by 2032. In terms of installed capacity, the U.S. renewable energy market is expected to grow from 545.16 gigawatts in 2026 to 778.78 gigawatts by 2031.

Wind Energy Market

  • The North America wind power market, in terms of cumulative installed capacity, is estimated at 198.17 gigawatts in 2026 and is projected to reach 252.83 gigawatts by 2031.
  • The North America wind turbine market size was valued at over $25.1 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach approximately $43.2 billion by 2034.
  • The North America offshore wind energy market was valued at $6.75 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $51.24 billion by 2033.

Solar Energy Market

  • The North America Solar Photovoltaic (PV) market, in terms of installed capacity, was estimated at 277.27 gigawatts in 2026 and is projected to reach 492.16 gigawatts by 2031.
  • The North America solar PV market size (revenue) was valued at $45.4 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to grow to $82.1 billion by 2035.
  • Specifically, the U.S. solar PV market was valued at $44.1 billion in 2025.

Battery Storage Market

  • The North America Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) market was valued at approximately $20.82 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow to $49.34 billion by 2031.

Electric Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Market

  • The North America power transmission and distribution market generated a revenue of approximately $98.15 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach approximately $125.48 billion by 2030.
  • Another estimate places the North America electricity Transmission and Distribution market at $115.97 billion in 2025, projected to reach $118.59 billion in 2026.

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NextEra Energy (NEE) is strategically positioned for significant revenue growth over the next 2-3 years, primarily driven by three key areas:
  1. Expansion of Renewable Energy and Storage Portfolio: NextEra Energy Resources (NEER) is a leading driver of future revenue growth, with analysts projecting a substantial increase in operating revenues. The company boasts a robust backlog of over 20 gigawatts (GW) of new wind, solar, and battery storage projects, providing clear visibility for growth through 2026 and beyond. NextEra aims to significantly increase its solar capacity, targeting approximately 35% of its total by 2032, and expects its combined renewable generation portfolio to reach around 81 GW by the end of 2027. This expansion is supported by substantial capital expenditures in renewables and includes strategies like repowering existing wind projects through 2026 to enhance their value.
  2. Customer Growth and Infrastructure Investment at Florida Power & Light (FPL): Florida Power & Light, NextEra Energy's regulated utility, benefits from Florida's rapidly expanding population, which drives consistent customer growth and increased electricity demand in its service territory. FPL's sustained capital investments, which amounted to approximately $9.4 billion in 2023, are aimed at rate base expansion and adding new generation capacity. The approval of FPL's 2025 rate agreement also provides regulatory certainty for four years, supporting stable earnings expansion and continued investment in infrastructure to serve its growing customer base.
  3. Meeting Increased Power Demand from Data Centers and Decarbonization Initiatives: NextEra Energy is actively addressing the surging demand for power from data centers, with over three gigawatts of projects currently in development. The company anticipates building 15-30 GW of generation capacity for data centers by 2035 and is forging partnerships with major technology companies, such as Google, to expand energy infrastructure for data center needs. Additionally, NextEra is focused on leading the decarbonization of the U.S. economy, including efforts to develop the hydrogen market, which presents further opportunities for new energy solutions and revenue streams.

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Share Repurchases

  • NextEra Energy has indicated that its stable free cash flow, derived from organic and inorganic assets, contributes to increasing shareholder value through dividends and share repurchases.
  • As of October 2025, NextEra Energy had a current buyback authorization that would enable the company to repurchase 180 million shares.
  • Historical data from late 2025 and early 2026 suggests minimal or zero share repurchases by NextEra Energy on a per-share basis.

Share Issuance

  • In December 2025, NextEra Energy established an at-the-market equity issuance program to offer and sell up to $4 billion of its common stock over time through an Equity Distribution Agreement.
  • NextEra Energy's funding plan for 2024-2027 includes equity units totaling $5 billion to $7 billion.
  • In February 2026, the company announced a public offering of $2 billion in equity units, with the potential to increase to $2.27 billion, to support energy projects and for general corporate purposes, including debt repayment.

Outbound Investments

  • In December 2025, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC announced an agreement to acquire Symmetry Energy Solutions, a natural gas supply, storage, and asset management company, with the transaction expected to close in the first quarter of 2026.
  • NextEra Energy acquired CenterPoint Energy, a manufacturer of electric transmission equipment, in November 2023.
  • In December 2025, NextEra Energy and Google Cloud expanded their partnership to develop approximately 15 gigawatts of new power generation capacity by 2035 to support several large-scale data center campuses in the United States.

Capital Expenditures

  • NextEra Energy plans to invest approximately $72.6 billion to $75 billion from 2025 through 2029 (or 2028), with a primary focus on infrastructure modernization, grid reliability, and the development of low-cost clean energy generation.
  • Between 2025 and 2030, the company plans to invest nearly $94.2 billion to support growth and infrastructure development.
  • For the full year 2025, capital expenditures for Florida Power & Light (FPL) are projected to be between $9.3 billion and $9.8 billion, aimed at expanding its regulatory capital base and ensuring the utility's reliability and cost-effectiveness.

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Peer Outperformance in Multi-Utilities

NEE has trailed 82% of its 17 Multi-Utilities peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are PCG, NI and CNP. Multi-Utilities ranks 3rd of 6 industries in Utilities by median 5Y return. That makes it one of the strongest corners of the sector.
Share of Multi-Utilities constituents that NEE has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
76%
of 17 industry peers · 17.6% return
3Y
35%
of 17 industry peers · 39.5% return
5Y
18%
of 17 industry peers · 17.1% return
Multi-Utilities peers with revenue growth within 4pp of NEE's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
NEE NextEra Energy 2.3% 19.3x 17.6%39.5%17.1%
PCG PG&E 5.2% 12.4x 20.0%9.0%98.8% +82pp
NI NiSource 6.3% 22.5x 4.0%78.1%94.6% +78pp
CNP CenterPoint Energy 1.5% 24.0x 9.5%56.5%72.5% +55pp
OGE OGE Energy 1.6% 21.0x 9.3%58.9%63.6% +47pp
AEE Ameren 3.0% 19.4x 12.2%52.0%41.2% +24pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Utilities sector, ranked by 5Y. Multi-Utilities is NEE's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Independent Power Producers & Energy Traders 6 1.9%229.1%291.9% HNRG 635% · CNL 470% · OKLO 351%
Electric Utilities 24 12.2%49.7%47.0% VST 795% · GNE 158% · ETR 136%
Multi-Utilities ← 18 11.4%49.8%40.1% PCG 99% · MDU 97% · NI 95%
Gas Utilities 10 9.8%44.6%36.2% ATO 91% · NFG 83% · NJR 78%
Water Utilities 12 11.0%-0.2%-14.7% CWCO 196% · AWR 9% · ARTNA 8%
Renewable Electricity 5 -16.8%-54.4%-94.2% ORA 75% · CWEN 44% · AGIG -94%
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Financials

NEEDUKSODAEPEXCMedian
NameNextEra .Duke Ene.Southern Dominion.American.Exelon  
Mkt Price86.19123.9292.8068.77125.6045.8689.50
Mkt Cap179.696.5105.560.568.347.082.4
Rev LTM28,70133,25030,17818,11922,79125,32627,014
Op Inc LTM8,1358,8507,3055,0965,3405,2676,322
FCF LTM3,048-4,274-3,269-6,342-2,437-1,916-2,853
FCF 3Y Avg3,658-1,953-1,668-6,298-2,136-1,824-1,889
CFO LTM13,80311,56210,6515,9087,6947,2129,172
CFO 3Y Avg13,18811,6749,5085,3796,7666,1458,137

Growth & Margins

NEEDUKSODAEPEXCMedian
NameNextEra .Duke Ene.Southern Dominion.American.Exelon  
Rev Chg LTM10.8%6.3%6.4%19.0%10.3%6.6%8.4%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg2.3%4.6%3.1%7.3%5.5%8.5%5.0%
Rev Chg Q12.4%1.1%0.1%17.6%7.0%10.0%8.5%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM3.0%0.3%0.0%3.8%1.6%2.2%1.9%
Op Inc Chg LTM6.4%5.4%1.5%12.6%4.1%10.8%5.9%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-3.4%10.7%16.2%10.4%15.2%14.3%12.5%
Op Mgn LTM28.3%26.6%24.2%28.1%23.4%20.8%25.4%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg29.2%26.4%25.4%27.7%23.0%19.8%25.9%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.5%0.7%0.0%-0.6%-1.1%-0.2%-0.1%
CFO/Rev LTM48.1%34.8%35.3%32.6%33.8%28.5%34.3%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg49.2%37.1%33.6%34.0%32.2%25.6%33.8%
FCF/Rev LTM10.6%-12.9%-10.8%-35.0%-10.7%-7.6%-10.8%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg13.8%-6.0%-5.7%-39.7%-10.0%-7.6%-6.8%

Valuation

NEEDUKSODAEPEXCMedian
NameNextEra .Duke Ene.Southern Dominion.American.Exelon  
Mkt Cap179.696.5105.560.568.347.082.4
P/S6.32.93.53.33.01.93.2
P/Op Inc22.110.914.411.912.88.912.3
P/EBIT17.29.712.510.812.08.411.4
P/E19.318.422.723.921.816.920.5
P/CFO13.08.39.910.28.96.59.4
Total Yield7.9%8.9%7.4%7.3%7.6%9.5%7.8%
Dividend Yield2.8%3.5%2.9%3.1%3.0%3.6%3.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg2.4%-2.1%-1.6%-12.8%-3.6%-4.4%-2.8%
D/E0.61.00.70.90.81.10.8
Net D/E0.60.90.70.90.81.10.8

Returns

NEEDUKSODAEPEXCMedian
NameNextEra .Duke Ene.Southern Dominion.American.Exelon  
1M Rtn-2.9%-0.0%-2.6%-3.2%-4.2%-0.9%-2.8%
3M Rtn-7.0%3.4%1.1%12.5%1.1%6.7%2.2%
6M Rtn-6.8%-1.6%-0.7%5.5%-1.9%-3.7%-1.8%
12M Rtn17.6%4.8%1.9%17.4%15.6%5.6%10.6%
3Y Rtn39.5%53.0%51.1%65.3%77.7%27.3%52.0%
1M Excs Rtn-6.9%-4.2%-6.7%-7.4%-8.3%-5.3%-6.8%
3M Excs Rtn-13.1%-2.4%-3.9%6.5%-5.4%0.5%-3.1%
6M Excs Rtn-18.9%-13.1%-12.1%-6.1%-13.1%-15.8%-13.1%
12M Excs Rtn2.3%-17.5%-19.3%-4.8%-5.9%-16.3%-11.1%
3Y Excs Rtn-37.6%-23.1%-25.2%-14.3%-0.9%-46.7%-24.2%

Comparison Analyses

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL)18,26217,01918,36517,28214,102
NextEra Energy Resources (NEER)8,7607,5429,6723,7203,053
Corporate and Other39019277-46-86
Total27,41224,75328,11420,95617,069


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20042000
FPL749607
FPL Energy17282
Corporate-3415
Total887704


Net Income by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL)5,0124,5434,5523,7013,206
NextEra Energy Resources (NEER)2,9752,2993,558285599
Corporate and Other-1,152104-800161-232
Total6,8356,9467,3104,1473,573


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL)105,15898,14191,46986,55978,067
NextEra Energy Resources (NEER)103,52889,39883,14570,71362,113
Corporate and Other4,0352,6052,8751,663732
Total212,721190,144177,489158,935140,912


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$86.19 
Market Cap ($ Bil)179.6 
First Trading Date06/10/1983 
Distance from 52W High-11.3% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$87.11$86.99
DMA Trendupdown
Distance from DMA-1.1%-0.9%
 3M1YR
Volatility18.3%21.5%
Downside Capture9.225.29
Upside Capture-24.8122.71
Correlation (SPY)-5.0%8.3%
NEE Betas & Captures as of 7/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta-0.14-0.12-0.07-0.000.130.33
Up Beta-0.52-0.07-0.300.070.110.43
Down Beta0.540.07-0.250.140.310.34
Up Capture-30%-18%-18%-5%14%8%
Bmk +ve Days11223567138427
Stock +ve Days9232964134398
Down Capture-17%-24%37%-10%-11%46%
Bmk -ve Days11212859114326
Stock -ve Days13203360115351

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with NEE
NEE22.8%21.8%0.85-
Sector ETF (XLU)4.7%14.9%0.1071.1%
Equity (SPY)21.5%12.8%1.258.1%
Gold (GLD)30.0%28.5%0.9113.4%
Commodities (DBC)38.1%20.1%1.491.8%
Real Estate (VNQ)14.4%13.9%0.7336.2%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-49.1%42.8%-1.459.4%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with NEE
NEE4.0%26.9%0.14-
Sector ETF (XLU)8.7%17.3%0.3576.7%
Equity (SPY)13.4%17.2%0.6033.9%
Gold (GLD)19.5%18.6%0.8516.5%
Commodities (DBC)9.6%19.6%0.389.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)2.3%18.9%0.0250.1%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)8.0%52.8%0.349.3%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with NEE
NEE13.3%25.5%0.51-
Sector ETF (XLU)8.9%19.3%0.3981.6%
Equity (SPY)15.4%17.9%0.7344.7%
Gold (GLD)12.0%16.2%0.6017.0%
Commodities (DBC)7.7%18.0%0.3410.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)5.0%20.7%0.2057.5%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)59.9%66.1%1.0010.3%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date7312026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity63.1 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 715202621.5%
Average Daily Volume10.2 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest6.2 days
Basic Shares Quantity2,083.5 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares3.0%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 8/11/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
7/24/2026-0.0%-2.1% 
4/23/20266.9%4.6%-0.3%
1/27/20262.0%1.0%11.3%
10/28/2025-2.9%-4.9%-0.7%
7/23/2025-6.1%-7.2%-1.8%
4/23/20250.9%0.9%7.4%
1/24/20255.2%3.0%2.3%
10/23/20241.5%-4.9%-8.1%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131311
# Negative111112
Median Positive2.0%3.0%11.3%
Median Negative-2.9%-4.9%-9.0%
Max Positive7.0%11.0%17.8%
Max Negative-8.7%-11.0%-15.1%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
7/24/2026-0.0%-2.1% 
4/23/20266.9%4.6%-0.3%
1/27/20262.0%1.0%11.3%
10/28/2025-2.9%-4.9%-0.7%
7/23/2025-6.1%-7.2%-1.8%
4/23/20250.9%0.9%7.4%
1/24/20255.2%3.0%2.3%
10/23/20241.5%-4.9%-8.1%
7/24/20244.6%3.0%10.4%
4/23/20241.4%3.2%17.8%
1/25/20241.7%2.8%-0.4%
10/24/20237.0%11.0%12.5%
7/25/2023-0.1%-2.9%-10.6%
4/25/2023-1.5%-2.8%-6.2%
1/25/2023-8.7%-11.0%-13.1%
10/28/20224.7%3.6%11.5%
7/22/20221.7%7.2%13.7%
4/21/2022-6.5%-10.1%-13.6%
1/25/2022-8.3%-4.6%-11.7%
10/20/20212.3%4.2%7.0%
7/23/20211.4%2.7%13.3%
4/21/2021-3.2%-4.0%-9.8%
1/26/2021-1.9%-6.0%-15.1%
10/21/2020-1.1%0.7%0.7%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive131311
# Negative111112
Median Positive2.0%3.0%11.3%
Median Negative-2.9%-4.9%-9.0%
Max Positive7.0%11.0%17.8%
Max Negative-8.7%-11.0%-15.1%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202607/24/202610-Q
03/31/202604/23/202610-Q
12/31/202502/13/202610-K
09/30/202510/28/202510-Q
06/30/202507/23/202510-Q
03/31/202504/23/202510-Q
12/31/202402/14/202510-K
09/30/202410/23/202410-Q
06/30/202407/24/202410-Q
03/31/202404/23/202410-Q
12/31/202302/16/202410-K
09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
06/30/202307/26/202310-Q
03/31/202304/26/202310-Q
12/31/202202/17/202310-K
09/30/202211/03/202210-Q
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202607/24/202610-Q
03/31/202604/23/202610-Q
12/31/202502/13/202610-K
09/30/202510/28/202510-Q
06/30/202507/23/202510-Q
03/31/202504/23/202510-Q
12/31/202402/14/202510-K
09/30/202410/23/202410-Q
06/30/202407/24/202410-Q
03/31/202404/23/202410-Q
12/31/202302/16/202410-K
09/30/202311/07/202310-Q
06/30/202307/26/202310-Q
03/31/202304/26/202310-Q
12/31/202202/17/202310-K
09/30/202211/03/202210-Q
06/30/202207/27/202210-Q
03/31/202204/22/202210-Q
12/31/202102/18/202210-K
09/30/202110/25/202110-Q
06/30/202107/26/202110-Q
03/31/202104/23/202110-Q
12/31/202002/12/202110-K
09/30/202010/23/202010-Q
06/30/202007/24/202010-Q
03/31/202004/23/202010-Q
12/31/201902/14/202010-K
09/30/201910/23/201910-Q

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 7/25/2026

Latest: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 7/24/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Adjusted EPS3.923.974.02  AffirmedGuidance: 3.97 for 2026
2032 Adjusted EPS Growth 8.0%  0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 8.0% for 2032
2026 Dividends Per Share Growth 10.0%  0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 10.0% for 2026
2028 Dividends Per Share Growth 6.0%  0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 6.0% for 2028
2026 Capital Expenditures12.00 Bil12.50 Bil13.00 Bil0.0% AffirmedGuidance: 12.50 Bil for 2026

Prior: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 4/23/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Adjusted EPS3.923.974.020 AffirmedGuidance: 3.97 for 2026
2032 Adjusted EPS Growth 8.0%  0AffirmedGuidance: 8.0% for 2032
2026 Dividends per share growth 10.0%  0AffirmedGuidance: 10.0% for 2026
2028 Dividends per share growth 6.0%  0AffirmedGuidance: 6.0% for 2028
2026 Capital Expenditures12.00 Bil12.50 Bil13.00 Bil   

Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 1/27/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Adjusted EPS3.923.974.024.1% RaisedGuidance: 3.81 for 2026
2032 Adjusted EPS Growth 8.0%    
2035 Adjusted EPS Growth 8.0%    
2026 Dividends per share growth 10.0%  0.0%AffirmedGuidance: 10.0% for 2026
2028 Dividends per share growth 6.0%    
2032 Capital Expenditures90.00 Bil95.00 Bil100.00 Bil   

Q3 2025 Earnings Reported 10/28/2025

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2025 Adjusted EPS3.453.583.70 AffirmedGuidance: 3.58 for 2025
2026 Adjusted EPS3.633.8140 AffirmedGuidance: 3.81 for 2026
2027 Adjusted EPS3.854.084.320 AffirmedGuidance: 4.08 for 2027
2026 Dividends per share growth 10.0%  0AffirmedGuidance: 10.0% for 2026
2025 Capital Investments9.30 Bil9.55 Bil9.80 Bil13.7% RaisedGuidance: 8.40 Bil for 2025

Insider Activity

Updated 7/9/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Daggs, Nicole JEVP, Human Res & Corp SvcsDirectSell316202693.004,934458,8621,572,165Form
2May, James MichaelTreasurer and Asst. SecretaryDirectSell310202690.277,161646,4232,411,924Form
3Crews, Terrell Kirk IIEVP, Chief Risk OfficerDirectSell310202690.2719,6721,775,7916,667,071Form
4Lemasney, MarkEVP Power Generation DivisionDirectSell310202690.273,845347,088811,979Form
5Reagan, Ronald REVP, Eng., Const. & ISCDirectSell218202695.005,079482,5051,041,200Form
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Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Daggs, Nicole JEVP, Human Res & Corp SvcsDirectSell316202693.004,934458,8621,572,165Form
2May, James MichaelTreasurer and Asst. SecretaryDirectSell310202690.277,161646,4232,411,924Form
3Crews, Terrell Kirk IIEVP, Chief Risk OfficerDirectSell310202690.2719,6721,775,7916,667,071Form
4Lemasney, MarkEVP Power Generation DivisionDirectSell310202690.273,845347,088811,979Form
5Reagan, Ronald REVP, Eng., Const. & ISCDirectSell218202695.005,079482,5051,041,200Form
6Ketchum, John WChairman, President & CEODirectSell210202689.3499,6038,898,53227,332,054Form
7Reagan, Ronald REVP, Eng., Const. & ISCDirectSell205202690.0018,6201,675,800867,870Form
8Sieving, Charles EEVP, Chief LegalDirectSell205202690.0030,0002,700,00015,073,290Form
9Reagan, Ronald REVP, Eng., Const. & ISCDirectSell123202685.0010,826920,2101,329,655Form
10Reagan, Ronald REVP, Eng., Const. & ISCDirectSell1212202581.2512,129985,4812,150,606Form
11Pimentel, Armando JR DirectSell1118202583.91145,14012,178,69713,651,570Form
12Sieving, Charles EEVP, Chief LegalDirectSell1006202580.0011,336906,88013,398,480Form
13Lemasney, MarkEVP Power Generation DivisionDirectSell1002202577.9080862,943658,956Form
14Lemasney, MarkEVP Power Generation DivisionDirectSell926202574.9084663,365694,098Form
15Lemasney, MarkEVP Power Generation DivisionDirectSell915202571.9084660,827727,125Form
16Dunne, MichaelEVP, Finance & CFODirectSell909202570.7910,000707,9004,393,511Form
17Coffey, RobertEVP, Nuclear Div & CNODirectSell729202571.847,500538,8001,906,562Form
18May, James MichaelTreasurer and Asst. SecretaryDirectSell723202577.502,177168,7182,143,805Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Aug 17, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Portman Square Capital LLP$73.1 Mil11.1%44ADD +105.1%13F
BlackBarn Capital Partners LP$31.1 Mil9.4%14Hold13F
Electron Capital Partners, LLC$189.5 Mil8.9%44ADD +15.4%13F
Mirova US LLC$336.5 Mil3.8%42Hold13F
HFR Wealth Management, LLC$12.2 Mil3.0%49Hold13F
Haverford Financial Services, Inc.$9.7 Mil2.9%46Hold13F
Iyo Bank, Ltd.$7.7 Mil2.7%35ADD +85.8%13F
Ovata Capital Management Ltd$12.6 Mil1.8%38New13F
Castellan Group$5.0 Mil0.7%34Hold13F
Woodbridge Co Ltd$32.3 Mil0.1%46New13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Woodbridge Co Ltd$32.3 Mil0.1%46New13F
Ovata Capital Management Ltd$12.6 Mil1.8%38New13F
Portman Square Capital LLP$73.1 Mil11.1%44ADD +105.1%13F
Iyo Bank, Ltd.$7.7 Mil2.7%35ADD +85.8%13F
Electron Capital Partners, LLC$189.5 Mil8.9%44ADD +15.4%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Vantage Wealth$19.4 Mil4.2%30Exited13F
Benson Investment Management Company, Inc.$6.4 Mil2.2%50Exited13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Mirova US LLC$336.5 Mil3.8%42Hold13F
Electron Capital Partners, LLC$189.5 Mil8.9%44ADD +15.4%13F
Portman Square Capital LLP$73.1 Mil11.1%44ADD +105.1%13F
Woodbridge Co Ltd$32.3 Mil0.1%46New13F
BlackBarn Capital Partners LP$31.1 Mil9.4%14Hold13F
Ovata Capital Management Ltd$12.6 Mil1.8%38New13F
HFR Wealth Management, LLC$12.2 Mil3.0%49Hold13F
Haverford Financial Services, Inc.$9.7 Mil2.9%46Hold13F
Iyo Bank, Ltd.$7.7 Mil2.7%35ADD +85.8%13F
Castellan Group$5.0 Mil0.7%34Hold13F

NEE Trade Sentinel


Stock Conviction

Constructive

CONVICTION RATIONALE

Conviction is constructive, centered on the company's prime position to capture a historic, data-center-driven surge in power demand. This is evidenced by a massive 35.1 gigawatt project backlog and accelerating growth in its regulated Florida utility. Key risks in its financial discipline and project execution are present but appear manageable as long as the powerful demand trend continues.

STOCK ARCHETYPE
Hybrid Regulated & Contracted Utility

For FPL: (Regulated Rate Base x Allowed Return on Equity). For NEER: (Contracted Generation Capacity in MW x PPA Price per MWh). For FPL, it is operational efficiency driving costs below regulated recovery levels. For NEER, it is securing favorable long-term PPA pricing on new developments and re-contracting existing assets at higher market rates.

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INVESTMENT THESIS
Can NEE's development platform capture the data center power boom?

Evidence suggests it is successfully capitalizing on accelerating electricity demand, positioning it for sustained, high-single-digit earnings growth.

Mechanism: Monetizing a 35.1 gigawatt backlog of contracted projects and investing in its regulated utility, which is seeing accelerating 9.3% capital growth, to drive 8%+ annual earnings growth through 2032.
Supporting Evidence:
  • NEER added 3.6 gigawatts to its project backlog in Q2 2026.
  • FPL's regulatory capital employed growth accelerated to 9.3% YoY.
  • The company is recontracting assets at premiums of roughly $20 per megawatt hour.
  • Management affirmed long-term guidance for 8%+ adjusted EPS growth through 2032.
PRIMARY RISK
Execution and financial strain.

Aggressive growth is straining the balance sheet and operations, with high leverage, an unfunded dividend, and costs growing faster than revenue. These factors could impair its ability to execute on its large backlog profitably.

Mechanism: A failure to sign a large FPL power deal by year-end would signal execution challenges.
Supporting Evidence:
  • Net debt has risen to $107.3 billion, or 6.06 times EBITDA.
  • Free cash flow of $3 billion does not cover the $4.9 billion dividend.
  • Operating expenses grew 11.6% year-over-year, outpacing 10.8% revenue growth.
  • Accounts receivable grew 23.3% YoY, far ahead of 12.4% revenue growth.
Key KPI Watchlist
KPI Status Rationale
NextEra Energy Resources (NEER) Renewables & Storage Backlog Additions3.6 gigawatts of new renewables and storage projects added in Q2 2026 - StableWhile sequentially lower than the prior quarter's record, management characterized the latest quarter's 3.6 GW of backlog additions as its "second largest quarter of additions." The trend over the last three quarters (3.6 GW, 4.0 GW, 3.6 GW) indicates a stable and high level of new project origination, driven by strong demand for renewables and particularly for battery storage, which accounted for 2 GW of the latest additions.
Florida Power & Light (FPL) Regulatory Capital Employed Growth9.3% year-over-year growth in Q2 2026 - AcceleratingThe growth in FPL's regulatory capital base, a primary driver of its earnings, is accelerating. This is supported by strong underlying customer growth, with the utility adding over 90,000 customers year-over-year in the second quarter, and significant capital investment plans to serve Florida's expanding economy.
FPL Customer Growthover 90,000 customers (Q2 2026 (year-over-year))Measures the underlying demand growth in the regulated utility's service territory, driven by Florida's strong net in-migration and economic expansion. This growth directly translates into the need for new capital investment.
NEER Renewables Recontractingover 1,100 megawatts (Year-to-date 2026)Represents the company's ability to capture higher market prices for existing assets as their initial long-term contracts expire, realizing embedded value in its operating portfolio.
Core Investment Debate

Growth engine vs. financial friction.

BULL VIEW

The historic power demand, evidenced by a 35.1 GW backlog, will drive earnings growth so strong that it will outrun and resolve the current financial strains from its investment cycle.

CORE TENSION

Can near-record backlog additions of 3.6 GW per quarter fuel enough growth to overcome rising net debt, which increased by over $15 billion in the last year?


PREVAILING SENTIMENT
CAUTIOUSLY BULLISH

The latest evidence favors the bull view. The growth engine is firing, with accelerating capital deployment at FPL and strong backlog additions at NEER, while management reaffirmed its long-term growth targets.

BEAR VIEW

Rising debt of $107.3 billion and an unfunded dividend are signs of poor capital discipline that will force the company to slow growth, miss targets, or take on excessive risk.

Next 6 months: Risks and Catalysts
Timeline Event & Metric To Watch
10/26/2026
Quarterly Earnings Report
Watch: Next scheduled earnings report for Q3 2026.
10/27/2026 - 11/5/2026
Peer Read-Through on Costs
Watch: Peer commentary on project costs, supply chain constraints, or a slowdown in data center demand.
10/28/2026
Peer Southern Co Earnings
Watch: Peer Southern (SO) scheduled to report earnings.
10/29/2026
Peer Dominion Energy Earnings
Watch: Peer Dominion Energy (D) scheduled to report earnings.
full year expectations
Solar and Storage Installation
Watch: Company plans to install approximately 900 megawatts of solar and over 1.4 gigawatts of battery storage.
early September
Merger Approval Headwinds
Watch: Shareholder vote results and preliminary rulings from state commissions or FERC on the Dominion merger.
by the end of the year
FPL Large Load Disappointment
Watch: Company announcements of new data center or other large load contracts signed under the FPL tariff.
No set date
Legal Settlement Rejection
Watch: Court filings or company press releases regarding the final approval status of the June 2026 settlements.
early September
Merger Shareholder Vote
Watch: Shareholder meetings for NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy to vote on the proposed merger.
Key Events in Last 6 Months
Date Event Stock Impact
2026-07-25
Major Lawsuits Settled
Details: In June 2026, the company entered into settlement agreements to resolve a securities class action lawsuit for $150 million and shareholder derivative actions for approximately $16 million.
-0.0%
$89.79 -> $89.78
2026-07-25
Quarterly Dividend Increased
Details: In February 2026, the company announced an increase in its quarterly common stock dividend to $0.6232 per share from $0.5665 per share.
-0.0%
$89.79 -> $89.78
2026-07-24
Second Quarter 2026 Results
Details: The company reported Q2 adjusted earnings per share of $1.15, beating estimates, and added 3.6 gigawatts of renewables and storage projects to its backlog.
-0.0%
$89.79 -> $89.78
2026-05-18
Dominion Merger Announced
Details: In May 2026, the company entered into a merger agreement with Dominion Energy. Subsequently, press reports in May noted law firms were investigating the deal's fairness.
-3.5%
$92.68 -> $89.40
2026-04-24
First Quarter 2026 Results
Details: The company reported a 10% year-over-year increase in adjusted EPS for Q1 2026, with record new project origination of 4 gigawatts at its Energy Resources segment.
-1.5%
$95.55 -> $94.14
2026-01-28
Full Year 2025 Results
Details: The company reported full-year 2025 adjusted EPS of $3.71, an increase of over 8% from 2024, and guided for 8%+ annual EPS growth through 2032.
+1.2%
$85.93 -> $86.95
Risk Management
Position Sizing

5% - 7%

NORMAL POSITION

Sizing is volatility-based: NEE trades at roughly 23% annualized options-implied volatility versus about 16% for the S&P 500 (1.5x the market), around the 24th percentile of its own trailing year. A 5% - 7% position keeps a single-name swing of that size within a diversified portfolio's risk budget.

Diversification Alternatives
DUK - Duke Energy
Regulated Utility Peer

Duke Energy offers a different geographic footprint and, with capital expenditures of $15 billion, is also aggressively pursuing data center load growth, providing a comparable investment theme.

Core Thesis: A large-scale regulated utility also capitalizing on the data center demand trend in its own service territories.
SO - Southern
Southeast Utility Peer

Southern Company provides exposure to the same strong demographic and industrial trends in the U.S. Southeast. The company recently signed contracts for another 1.9 gigawatts of customer load.

Core Thesis: Another major utility benefiting from significant new load demand from hyperscale customers in the Southeast.
How Is The Market Pricing NEE?

A two-pronged energy giant combining a stable, growing regulated utility in a high-growth state (FPL) with a leading developer of contracted energy infrastructure (NEER) that is directly capitalizing on the data center-driven power demand boom.

NEE operates two distinct but complementary businesses. FPL provides a foundation of predictable, regulated earnings growth driven by Florida's strong economy and population influx. NEER offers higher, market-driven growth by developing and contracting large-scale energy projects (renewables, storage, gas, nuclear) for customers across North America, with a significant near-term catalyst from the urgent power needs of hyperscalers and data centers.

What will confirm the thesis

Announcements of new large-load data center contracts at FPL, multi-gigawatt additions to NEER's backlog, successful re-contracting of nuclear or renewable assets at significant price premiums, or constructive regulatory outcomes for the Dominion merger.

What will damage the thesis

A significant slowdown in Florida's population or economic growth, adverse regulatory decisions for FPL or the Dominion merger, a sharp drop-off in NEER's backlog additions, or changes in federal policies that eliminate or reduce incentives for clean energy.

Noise: Real but irrelevant to thesis

Minor quarterly fluctuations in wind resource for the NEER portfolio, short-term commodity price movements, or single-project delays that do not impact overall development targets.

Repricing Catalyst

The proposed merger with Dominion Energy, which would significantly expand the company's regulated footprint, and the accelerating demand for power from data centers, which is driving growth opportunities for both the FPL and NEER segments.

What NEE Makes & Who Pays
TTM figures based on the twelve months through fiscal Q1 2026
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL)
$18.5B TTM (67% of Total)
What It Is

Sells electric energy to over six million retail customer accounts and a limited number of wholesale customers, serving approximately 12 million people primarily on the east and lower west coasts of Florida.

Who Pays & How

Retail and wholesale electricity customers in Florida pay for service. As a rate-regulated utility, FPL's prices are approved by regulators (FPSC and FERC) and are designed to cover the cost of providing reliable service, which is a primary reason for payment.

Rate-regulated model where prices (rates) are set by the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) for retail customers and FERC for wholesale. Rates include base rates to recover operating and capital costs plus an allowed return, and cost-recovery clauses for specific costs like fuel.
Competition
Customers can self-generate power, but few do as FPL's cost of service is currently lower for the vast majority. Changing technology like solar could alter this.
FPL operates under 30-year franchise agreements covering the vast majority of its retail base. Its large scale, operational efficiency (nonfuel O&M is 70% better than industry average), and diverse generation fleet create a significant cost advantage, keeping bills low.
NextEra Energy Resources (NEER)
$8.9B TTM (32% of Total)
What It Is

Develops, constructs, and operates long-term contracted power generation facilities (wind, solar, nuclear, natural gas), battery storage, and regulated transmission assets. It sells capacity and energy to utilities, retail providers, power cooperatives, and commercial & industrial customers in the U.S. and Canada.

Who Pays & How

Utilities and large commercial/industrial customers (including hyperscalers) pay for capacity and energy, often under long-term contracts. They choose NEER for its ability to deliver tailored, cost-effective energy solutions with speed and certainty, backed by its scale, development expertise, and strong balance sheet.

Primarily long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with a weighted-average remaining contract term of approximately 14 years. Also operates some merchant generation assets and engages in energy marketing and trading.
Competition
Wholesale power generation is a capital-intensive, commodity-driven business with numerous participants competing on price.
NEER's competitive advantages include its track record of on-schedule project completion, creditworthiness, operating scale, and ability to offer and manage reliable, customized risk solutions for wholesale customers. Its vertically integrated platform and supply chain control provide a speed-to-market advantage.
NEE Evolution: Price Return by Era
2021-2025 · Accelerated Renewables Expansion
+23%
During this period, the NextEra Energy Resources (NEER) segment experienced explosive growth, with its annual revenue nearly tripling from $3,053 million to $8,760 million. This reflects a major expansion of its competitive energy portfolio, particularly in renewables and storage, significantly outpacing the steady, demographically-driven growth of the regulated FPL segment.
Market Appears To Be Acting Against Core Thesis
Price structure is in a downtrend. Multiple SMA levels broken and declining. Thesis requires reclaiming 200D before any bull case is credible. Relative to SPY: Significantly underperforming and deteriorating. Potential evidence of capital being actively rotating away. Volume and momentum are deeply bearish. The sustained distribution is evident across multiple volume metrics. Earnings history is clearly negative. The market punished the print and the drift confirms distribution. Thesis is under pressure.
① Structure
-3
Structural pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by trend regime, SMA cross events, proximity to 52W high, and relative strength vs SPY.
② Volume / Momentum
-3
Volume/Momentum pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by institutional footprint score, OBV divergence, and momentum character.
③ Catalyst
-2
Catalyst pillar score (-4 to +4). Driven by earnings day reaction, 20D post-earnings drift, and post-earnings volume character.
Combined Score
-8 / 12
1 Price Structure & Trend Broken In Short Term · -
2 Momentum Deteriorating
3 Relative Strength vs. SPY Strong Underperformance
4 Institutional Footprint & Volume Neutral / Mixed
5 Volatility Compressed
6 Key Price Levels Range · Vol Falling
7 Earnings Reaction History Inconsistent
8 How the Verdict Is Derived Three Pillars
Core Cache Last Updated: 8/16/2026