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Clearway Energy Inc Class C (CWEN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/10/2025: CWEN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $37
1 Year Target Price $37
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 7.76% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.40B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 40.31 | 1Y Target Price 37 |
Price to earnings Ratio 40.31 | 1Y Target Price 37 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.91 | 52 Weeks Range 23.25 - 32.76 | Updated Date 07/10/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 23.25 - 32.76 | Updated Date 07/10/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.48% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.8 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.69% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.01% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1% | Return on Equity (TTM) -2.31% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 40.31 | Forward PE 169.49 | Enterprise Value 11676575234 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.55 |
Enterprise Value 11676575234 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.55 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.59 | Shares Outstanding 83257200 | Shares Floating 116791304 |
Shares Outstanding 83257200 | Shares Floating 116791304 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.46 | Percent Institutions 91.19 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
Company Overview
History and Background
Clearway Energy, Inc. Class C (CWEN) focuses on contracted clean energy. It was formed from NRG Yield in 2018 following NRG Energy's bankruptcy restructuring. It owns and operates infrastructure assets like solar, wind, and natural gas generation facilities.
Core Business Areas
- Renewable Energy Generation: Owns and operates solar and wind energy facilities, selling power under long-term contracts.
- Conventional Generation: Owns and operates natural gas-fired generation facilities, also selling power under long-term contracts.
- Thermal Infrastructure: Provides steam and chilled water services to commercial and industrial customers.
Leadership and Structure
Craig Cornelius is the CEO. The organizational structure is focused on managing and operating a diverse portfolio of energy assets with emphasis on long-term contracted revenues.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Solar Energy: Generates electricity from solar farms under long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). Market share data is fragmented, but solar energy constitutes a significant portion of Clearway's revenue. Competitors include NextEra Energy Resources, AES Corporation, and First Solar.
- Wind Energy: Generates electricity from wind farms under long-term PPAs. Wind energy is another crucial revenue source for Clearway. Competitors are similar to solar, including NextEra, AES, and Iberdrola Renewables.
- Natural Gas Generation: Operates natural gas-fired power plants selling electricity into wholesale markets or under contract. This segment provides baseload power. Competitors include Calpine and Vistra Energy.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The renewable energy sector is experiencing substantial growth driven by government policies, declining costs, and increasing demand for clean energy. The conventional power generation segment faces increasing pressure from environmental regulations and renewable energy competition.
Positioning
Clearway Energy positions itself as a provider of contracted clean energy. Its competitive advantage lies in its long-term contracts that provide stable and predictable cash flows. They also have a diverse geographic base of operations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for renewable energy is estimated in the hundreds of billions USD globally. Clearway is positioned to capitalize on this, but it is one small player in a huge market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Long-term contracted revenue streams
- Diversified portfolio of assets
- Strong operational expertise
- Focus on clean energy
Weaknesses
- Dependence on long-term contracts
- Exposure to regulatory changes
- High debt levels
- Interest Rate Sensitivity
Opportunities
- Acquisition of additional renewable energy assets
- Expansion into new markets
- Development of new technologies
- Refinancing opportunities
Threats
- Changes in government policies
- Increased competition
- Rising interest rates
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NEE
- AES
- BEP
Competitive Landscape
Clearway competes with larger utilities and independent power producers. Its advantage lies in its focus on contracted clean energy and its operational expertise.
Major Acquisitions
Mirova US Solar Portfolio
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 340
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded solar portfolio and increased geographic diversification.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Clearway's historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and expansions of its renewable energy portfolio.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by continued acquisitions and development of new renewable energy projects.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the acquisition of new solar and wind projects and the refinancing of existing debt.
Summary
Clearway Energy focuses on contracted clean energy and has diversified portfolio of assets. Its long-term contracted revenue provides stability, but debt levels should be monitored. The company can capitalize on renewable energy market growth through acquisitions. Regulatory changes and competition pose risks.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Investor Relations
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market data and competitive landscapes are dynamic and subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Clearway Energy Inc Class C
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters 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. The company operates through Flexible Generation and Renewables segments. Its portfolio comprises approximately 11.8 GW of gross capacity in 26 states, including approximately 9 GW of wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems, (BESS); 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. operates as a subsidiary of Clearway Energy Group LLC.
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