NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) Return on Equity (ROE): 14.82%
Is NextEra Energy, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
NextEra Energy, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 14.82% is 27% above its 5-year average of 11.66%, near the high end of its 5-year range (7.99%–15.40%).
As of Monday, June 15, 2026. 12.40% above its 12-month average of 13.18%.
NEE Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
NEE Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
NEE Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
NEE Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
14.82%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
13.18%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
13.08%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
11.66%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
12.98%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
11.75%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
11.93%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+12.40%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+13.26%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+27.16%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+14.18%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+26.15%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+24.22%
NEE Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) | $179.59B | 14.82% | 13.18% | 13.08% | 11.66% |
| The Southern Company (SO)vs › | $105.76B | 11.75% | 12.65% | 12.39% | 11.54% |
| Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vs › | $97.67B | 9.44% | 9.29% | 8.13% | 7.22% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP)vs › | $70.36B | 11.49% | 11.25% | 10.23% | 10.45% |
| Sempra (SRE)vs › | $60.09B | 6.42% | 7.48% | 8.39% | 9.24% |
| Dominion Energy, Inc. (D)vs › | $59.94B | 10.20% | 9.05% | 7.45% | 6.78% |
| Entergy Corporation (ETR)vs › | $50.86B | 10.39% | 8.63% | 10.38% | 10.59% |
| Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)vs › | $49.54B | 8.78% | 9.23% | 9.73% | 9.88% |
| Exelon Corporation (EXC)vs › | $47.25B | 9.48% | 9.38% | 9.14% | 7.92% |
| Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (PEG)vs › | $40.00B | 13.08% | 11.71% | 11.88% | 9.15% |
Return Analysis
ROE
14.8%
ROA
3.7%
NextEra Energy, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
NextEra Energy, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 14.82%.
- Is NextEra Energy, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- NextEra Energy, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 14.82% is 27% above its 5-year average of 11.66%, near the high end of its 5-year range (7.99%–15.40%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 13.18%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 13.08%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 11.66%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 12.98%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 11.75%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for NEE stock is 11.93%.
NextEra Energy, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 12.51% |
| 2024-12-31 | 13.86% |
| 2023-12-31 | 15.40% |
| 2022-12-31 | 10.57% |
| 2021-12-31 | 9.60% |
| 2020-12-31 | 7.99% |
| 2019-12-31 | 10.19% |
| 2018-12-31 | 19.44% |
| 2017-12-31 | 19.07% |
| 2016-12-31 | 11.96% |
| 2015-12-31 | 12.19% |
| 2014-12-31 | 12.38% |
| 2013-12-31 | 9.53% |
| 2012-12-31 | 11.89% |
| 2011-12-31 | 12.87% |
| 2010-12-31 | 13.53% |
| 2009-12-31 | 12.45% |
| 2008-12-31 | 14.03% |
| 2007-12-31 | 12.22% |
| 2006-12-31 | 12.90% |
| 2005-12-31 | 10.60% |
| 2004-12-31 | 11.77% |
| 2003-12-31 | 12.77% |
| 2002-12-31 | 7.15% |
| 2001-12-31 | 12.51% |
| 2000-12-31 | 12.10% |
| 1999-12-31 | 12.46% |
| 1998-12-31 | 12.41% |
| 1997-12-31 | 12.19% |
| 1996-12-31 | 11.77% |
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About NextEra Energy, Inc.
NextEra Energy, Inc., operating through its diverse subsidiaries, is a prominent electric power provider in North America. The company's operations encompass the generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity to both individual consumers and large-scale wholesale clients. Its energy portfolio is broad, featuring power generation from wind, solar, nuclear, coal, and natural gas facilities. Beyond direct power supply, NextEra Energy is actively involved in developing, constructing, and managing long-term contracted clean energy infrastructure, including renewable energy generation sites, battery storage solutions, and electric transmission networks. The firm also participates in the sale of energy commodities and oversees the development, construction, and operation of generation assets within competitive wholesale energy markets. As of December 31, 2021, NextEra Energy boasted a net generating capacity of approximately 28,564 megawatts. Its extensive infrastructure included about 77,000 circuit miles of transmission and distribution lines and 696 substations. Within Florida, the company delivers electricity to roughly 11 million individuals, serving approximately 5.7 million customer accounts across the state's eastern and lower western coastal regions. Founded in 1925, the company adopted its current name, NextEra Energy, Inc., in 2010, having previously operated as FPL Group, Inc. Its corporate headquarters are located in Juno Beach, Florida.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Electric
- CEO
- John W. Ketchum