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Clearway Energy Inc Class C(CWEN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CWEN
09/24/2026: CWEN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Clearway Energy Inc Class C is a prominent owner and operator of contracted renewable and conventional power generation assets in the United States. The company derives its strength from long-term power purchase agreements, which provide highly predictable cash flows and support consistent dividend payments. Its primary growth story revolves around its close partnership with the sponsor, Clearway Energy Group, facilitating steady access to new renewable projects. Key risks include significant interest rate sensitivity and potential delays in grid interconnection. Clearway is best suited for income-oriented investors seeking exposure to the energy transition, though investors should monitor federal regulatory changes and capital expenditure requirements.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company focuses more on steady yield than high-growth capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock typically exhibits lower volatility and lacks the explosive momentum characteristic of tech growth. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to dividend yield rather than deep-value price-to-earnings multiples. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Clearway Energy is specifically designed to provide consistent, reliable income through dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | Contracted assets provide a buffer against short-term energy price volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock price is often influenced by interest rate changes rather than operational news. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Yield-focused stocks can become expensive when interest rates fall. |
| Competition risk (Renewable Energy) | Medium / high | Significant competition for new project sites and power purchase agreements exists. |
| Business quality | Strong | The portfolio consists of high-quality, long-term contracted assets. |
| Dividend income | Strong | The business model is specifically structured to sustain dividend distributions. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully integrating new projects and managing operational costs is vital. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 2.2% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/24/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.43B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 35.44 | 1Y Target Price 41.85 |
Price to earnings Ratio 35.44 | 1Y Target Price 41.85 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares | Beta 0.88 | 52 Weeks Range 26.58 - 41.12 | Updated Date 09/23/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 26.58 - 41.12 | Updated Date 09/23/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.96% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.85 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Renewable Power Generation | Sale of electricity from wind and solar farms under long-term PPAs. | The company gets paid regularly for the electricity its solar and wind plants produce. |
| Conventional Power Generation | Revenue from contracted natural gas facilities used for grid stability. | Reliable, conventional power plants provide steady cash flow to complement renewable earnings. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 35.44 | Forward PE 39.37 | Enterprise Value 15.93B | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.72 |
Enterprise Value 15.93B | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.72 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.12 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.31 | Shares Outstanding 121.17M | Shares Floating 120.51M |
Shares Outstanding 121.17M | Shares Floating 120.51M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.66 | Percent Institutions 89.18 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Clearway Energy Inc Class C
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Princeton, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-07-17 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Craig Cornelius | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Renewable | Full time employees 60 | |
Full time employees 60 | |||
Clearway Energy, Inc. operates in the clean energy generation assets business in the United States. It operates through Flexible Generation and Renewables & Storage segments. The company's portfolio comprises approximately 12.9 GW of gross capacity in 27 states, including approximately 10.1 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems; and approximately 2.8 GW of dispatchable combustion-based power generation assets included in the Flexible Generation segment that provide critical grid reliability services. The company was formerly known as NRG Yield, Inc. and changed its name to Clearway Energy, Inc. in August 2018. Clearway Energy, Inc. was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Princeton, New Jersey. Clearway Energy, Inc. is a subsidiary of Clearway Energy Group LLC.
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