NextEra Energy (NEE) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$71.67 +1.90 (+2.72%)

(As of 12/20/2024 05:45 PM ET)

NextEra Energy - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 14 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
7

Buy
7

Based on 14 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for NextEra Energy in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 14 analysts, 7 have given a hold rating, and 7 have given a buy rating for NEE.

Consensus Price Target

$87.15
21.60% Upside

According to the 14 analysts' twelve-month price targets for NextEra Energy, the average price target is $87.15. The highest price target for NEE is $102.00, while the lowest price target for NEE is $71.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 21.60% from the current price of $71.67.

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NEE Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 12/22/23 to 12/21/24	1 Month Ago 11/22/23 to 11/21/24	3 Months Ago 9/23/23 to 9/22/24	1 Year Ago 12/22/22 to 12/22/23
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	7 Buy rating(s)	7 Buy rating(s)	10 Buy rating(s)	12 Buy rating(s)
Hold	7 Hold rating(s)	7 Hold rating(s)	5 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)	1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$87.15	$86.54	$81.87	$73.14
Forecasted Upside	21.60% Upside	11.85% Upside	-1.08% Downside	22.39% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

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NEE Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

NEE Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

NextEra Energy Stock vs. The Competition

Type	NextEra Energy	Utilities Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.50	2.53	2.51
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	21.60% Upside	28.89% Upside	14.54% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent NEE News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
12/12/2024	Scotiabank 5 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Sector Outperform ➝ Sector Outperform	$92.00 ➝ $96.00	+29.76%
11/22/2024	Morgan Stanley 3 of 5 stars		Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$95.00 ➝ $94.00	+23.04%
10/25/2024	Barclays 3 of 5 stars		Boost Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$80.00 ➝ $82.00	+0.15%
10/24/2024	Guggenheim Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$90.00 ➝ $92.00	+11.22%
10/22/2024	Royal Bank of Canada Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	S. Tucker Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Moderate Buy ➝ Hold
10/18/2024	BMO Capital Markets Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$83.00 ➝ $91.00	+8.67%
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9/27/2024	Dbs Bank Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	E. Pang Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Strong-Buy ➝ Hold
9/19/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Hold	$87.00	+3.23%
9/3/2024	Wells Fargo & Company Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$95.00 ➝ $102.00	+26.69%
8/29/2024	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$77.00 ➝ $81.00	+1.49%
8/2/2024	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$91.00 ➝ $94.00	+18.69%
6/27/2024	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$69.00 ➝ $84.00	+13.01%
6/12/2024	Evercore ISI Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	In-Line ➝ In-Line	$70.00 ➝ $75.00	+3.16%
6/12/2024	Mizuho Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	A. Crowdell Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Buy ➝ Neutral	$71.00 ➝ $71.00	-2.34%
11/9/2023	Seaport Res Ptn Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	A. Storozynski Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Downgrade	Neutral ➝ Sell
10/20/2023	Wolfe Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$79.00 ➝ $60.00	+15.47%
10/2/2023	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$83.00 ➝ $72.00	+25.68%
3/28/2023	Erste Group Bank Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy
1/26/2023	Credit Suisse Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Outperform	$89.00 ➝ $85.00	+10.98%

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Should I Buy NextEra Energy Stock? NEE Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, December 12, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these NextEra Energy pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

NextEra Energy
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in NextEra Energy, Inc.:

NextEra Energy, Inc. reported a strong earnings per share (EPS) of $1.03 for the latest quarter, exceeding analysts' expectations of $0.98. This indicates robust financial performance and potential for future growth.
The company has a solid return on equity of 11.94%, which reflects its ability to generate profits from shareholders' equity, making it an attractive option for investors seeking efficient management of their investments.
NextEra Energy, Inc. has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.515 per share, translating to an annualized dividend of $2.06 and a yield of 2.76%. This consistent dividend payment can provide a steady income stream for investors.
Recent analyst upgrades have increased the price target for NextEra Energy, Inc. to as high as $102.00, suggesting that there is positive sentiment in the market regarding the company's future performance.
The stock is currently trading around $75.57, which may present a buying opportunity for investors looking to enter at a lower price before potential upward movement.

NextEra Energy
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in NextEra Energy, Inc. for these reasons:

The company's revenue for the latest quarter was $7.57 billion, falling short of analyst estimates of $8.11 billion. This revenue miss could indicate challenges in meeting growth expectations.
NextEra Energy, Inc. has a relatively high dividend payout ratio of 60.95%, which means a significant portion of its earnings is being distributed as dividends. This could limit the funds available for reinvestment in growth opportunities.
Despite recent upgrades, some analysts have downgraded their ratings, with Royal Bank of Canada moving from a "moderate buy" to a "hold" rating, suggesting caution among some market participants.
Insider selling activity has been noted, with an executive selling 4,007 shares at an average price of $75.57, which could raise concerns about the confidence of insiders in the company's future performance.
The company operates in a highly regulated industry, which can lead to uncertainties and potential challenges in navigating regulatory changes that may impact profitability.

NEE Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 14 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for NextEra Energy is $87.15, with a high forecast of $102.00 and a low forecast of $71.00.
: 14 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for NextEra Energy in the last year. There are currently 7 hold ratings and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" NEE shares.
: According to analysts, NextEra Energy's stock has a predicted upside of 21.60% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Over the previous 90 days, NextEra Energy's stock had 2 downgrades by analysts.
: NextEra Energy has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, BMO Capital Markets, Dbs Bank, Guggenheim, Morgan Stanley, Royal Bank of Canada, and Scotiabank in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like NextEra Energy less than other "utilities" companies. The consensus rating score for NextEra Energy is 2.50 while the average consensus rating score for "utilities" companies is 2.53. Learn more on how NEE compares to other companies.

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NextEra Energy (NEE) Stock Forecast & Price Target