NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) — Stock Score Summary

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) has a MoatMap StockRank of 9/100 based on Quality (49/100), Value (17/100), and Momentum (25/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG SELL. NRG Energy is a major US utility benefiting from the massive surge in power demand driven by AI data centers. However, its high debt load and capital-intensive nature keep it as a FLAG rather than an APPROVE.

NRG Energy, Inc. is an integrated power company primarily involved in power generation and retail electricity sales in competitive markets across the United States. The company benefits from its diversified generation fleet (including conventional and renewable assets) and extensive retail customer base in deregulated markets. As a major player in the competitive U.S. power market, NRG Energy balances large-scale generation with direct customer relationships, actively navigating the complexities of energy transition.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$128.05
Market Cap$29.0B
P/E (TTM)146.58
P/E (Forward)11.47
Price/Book24.63
Return on Equity6.2%
Return on Invested Capital8.9%
Debt/Equity479.24
Gross Margin16.4%
Operating Margin3.6%
Revenue Growth19.5%
Dividend Yield1.4%
Free Cash Flow$432M

NRG Energy, Inc. operates in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, part of the Utilities sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NRG Energy, Inc.’s (NRG) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) is 9/100, with a Strong Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (49), Value (17), and Momentum (25) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does NRG Energy, Inc. have an economic moat?
NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) has a Quality factor score of 49/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is NRG Energy, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) is Strong Sell, based on a StockRank of 9/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is NRG Energy, Inc. in?
NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) operates in the Utilities sector, specifically the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry (United States).
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