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Clearway Energy Inc Class C(CWEN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CWEN
11/06/2026: CWEN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Clearway Energy, Inc. Class C is a prominent owner and operator of renewable and conventional energy generation assets, catering primarily to income-focused investors. The company's main strength lies in its portfolio of long-term, fixed-price power purchase agreements that provide reliable and predictable cash flows. Its primary growth story revolves around expanding into battery storage to capitalize on the increasing demand for clean energy. However, investors must monitor risks such as high financial leverage, sensitivity to interest rate changes, and regulatory uncertainties regarding renewable tax incentives. The stock is best suited for dividend-oriented portfolios seeking defensive energy infrastructure exposure with moderate capital growth potential.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
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 aggressive capital appreciation. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | This stock is primarily a yield play and rarely displays high-volatility momentum trends. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock can offer value to investors when yield-adjusted valuations are attractive. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Clearway is specifically structured to provide consistent dividend income for long-term investors. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The company's contracted revenue model provides defensive characteristics suitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | As a utility-related stock, price moves are generally tied to interest rate cycles and sector sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Changes in market discount rates can significantly alter the attractiveness of yield-oriented stocks. |
| Competition risk (renewable energy) | Medium / high | Intense competition for projects can compress margins on new power purchase agreements. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company's focus on long-term contracts provides a highly predictable business quality. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | Sustainability of dividends depends on continued successful cash flow generation and debt management. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Developing and integrating new renewable assets requires consistent operational excellence. |
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 6.35% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/06/2026 |
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Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
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Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 8.45B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 44.52 | 1Y Target Price 40.36 |
Price to earnings Ratio 44.52 | 1Y Target Price 40.36 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares | Beta 0.82 | 52 Weeks Range 28.57 - 41.12 | Updated Date 11/05/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 28.57 - 41.12 | Updated Date 11/05/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.11% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.77 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Renewable Power | Wind and solar energy sales through long-term contracts. | Steady income generated from wind and solar farms. |
| Conventional Power | Natural gas power generation. | Additional income from reliable grid-support power plants. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-09 | When After Market | Estimate 0.46 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.42% | Operating Margin (TTM) 25.16% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.98% | Return on Equity (TTM) -3.17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 44.52 | Forward PE 140.85 | Enterprise Value 13.81B | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.37 |
Enterprise Value 13.81B | Price to Sales(TTM) 5.37 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.77 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.54 | Shares Outstanding 121.17M | Shares Floating 120.39M |
Shares Outstanding 121.17M | Shares Floating 120.39M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.7 | Percent Institutions 90.92 |
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.
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