NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) Stock Analysis — Fair Value, Risk & Moat Rating
NYQ · Utilities · Utilities - Regulated Electric
Is NextEra Energy, Inc. a safe investment right now?
NextEra Energy, Inc.'s Altman Z-Score of 1.25 places it in the distress zone. Our DCF model estimates intrinsic value at $0.00, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 100%. Moat rating: 2.3/5 stars.
Could NextEra Energy, Inc. go bankrupt? Altman Z-Score analysis
Z-Score of 1.25 falls below the 1.8 distress threshold, indicating significant financial stress.
- Below 1.8 — Distress Zone (high bankruptcy risk)
- 1.8 to 3.0 — Gray Zone (elevated uncertainty)
- Above 3.0 — Safe Zone (financially healthy)
What drives NEE's Z-Score?
| Component | Formula | Value | Weight | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A · Working Capital / Total Assets | WC / TA | -0.0755 | 1.2 | -0.09 |
| B · Retained Earnings / Total Assets | RE / TA | 0.1856 | 1.4 | 0.26 |
| C · EBIT / Total Assets | EBIT / TA | 0.0577 | 3.3 | 0.19 |
| D · Market Cap / Total Liabilities | MCap / TL | 1.4841 | 0.6 | 0.89 |
| E · Revenue / Total Assets | Rev / TA | 0 | 1.0 | 0.0 |
How has NEE's financial health changed over time?
| Year | Z-Score | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 0.41 | Distress |
| 2017 | 0.4 | Distress |
| 2018 | 0.4 | Distress |
| 2019 | 0.38 | Distress |
| 2020 | 1.92 | Gray |
| 2021 | 1.76 | Distress |
| 2022 | 1.55 | Distress |
| 2023 | 1.27 | Distress |
| 2024 | 1.23 | Distress |
| 2025 | 1.25 | Distress |
Source: Calculated from NEE's latest 10-K filing on SEC EDGAR.
What is NextEra Energy, Inc. actually worth?
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Source: FCF data from SEC EDGAR filings. Price via Yahoo Finance.
Does NextEra Energy, Inc. have a durable competitive advantage?
Moat rating: 2.3/5.
What makes up NEE's moat score?
ROIC Stability
ROIC variability over the past decade. Score: 2/5.
Gross Margin Trend
Gross margin trajectory over the past decade. Score: 3/5.
Switching Costs
Estimated customer lock-in based on margin level. Score: 2/5.
How stable is NEE's return on invested capital?
| Year | ROIC | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 6.8% | — |
| 2017 | 6.5% | Stable |
| 2018 | 5.6% | Stable |
| 2019 | 6.4% | Stable |
| 2020 | 4.8% | Declining |
| 2021 | 5.2% | Stable |
| 2022 | 4.6% | Stable |
| 2023 | 2.5% | Declining |
| 2024 | 3.1% | Stable |
| 2025 | 6.7% | Rising |
Source: ROIC calculated from SEC EDGAR filings.
Is NextEra Energy, Inc.'s dividend safe?
Can NextEra Energy, Inc. afford its dividend?
Payout ratio is 68.7%. FCF covers the dividend 0.0x. 45 consecutive years of payments.
NextEra Energy, Inc.'s key financial metrics
| Metric | Latest | 1Y Ago | 3Y Ago | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $15.3B | $15.6B | $15.3B | Stable |
| Net Income | $7.3B | $4.1B | $2.9B | Rising |
Common questions about NextEra Energy, Inc.
Is NextEra Energy, Inc. at risk of going bankrupt?
NextEra Energy, Inc.'s Altman Z-Score of 1.25 places it in the distress zone. This metric uses balance sheet ratios to predict bankruptcy probability within 2 years. A score below 1.8 signals distress, while above 3.0 indicates safety.
What is NextEra Energy, Inc.'s intrinsic value based on DCF?
Our DCF model estimates NextEra Energy, Inc.'s intrinsic value at $0.00 per share. The current margin of safety is -100.0%. This estimate is based on historical free cash flow trends and a risk-adjusted discount rate.
Does NextEra Energy, Inc. have a competitive moat?
NextEra Energy, Inc. receives a moat rating of 2.3 out of 5 stars, based on ROIC stability, gross margin trends, and estimated switching costs. A rating above 3.5 suggests a durable competitive advantage.
Is NextEra Energy, Inc.'s dividend safe?
Our dividend safety analysis examines payout ratio, free cash flow coverage, and the company's streak of consecutive dividend payments to determine whether the current payout is sustainable.
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All valuations, scores, ratings, and classifications on this page are produced by the FairValueLabs internal valuation system. They do not represent actual market value, guaranteed outcomes, or professional investment advice. These are analytical estimates for educational and research purposes only.
This is not financial advice. All data is sourced from SEC EDGAR public filings. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Last updated: Apr 20, 2026. Data sources: SEC EDGAR (financial statements), Yahoo Finance (market data, analyst consensus). Data may not reflect the most recent quarter.
NEE analysis methodology: How we calculate fair value, Z-Scores, and moat ratings