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Clearway Energy Inc (CWEN-A)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: CWEN-A (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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
12 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $36.11
1 Year Target Price $36.11
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -19.49% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.69B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 41.92 | 1Y Target Price 36.11 |
Price to earnings Ratio 41.92 | 1Y Target Price 36.11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 0.9 | 52 Weeks Range 21.94 - 30.86 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 21.94 - 30.86 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.29% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.65 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 5.31% | Operating Margin (TTM) 22.19% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.96% | Return on Equity (TTM) -2% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 41.92 | Forward PE 43.29 | Enterprise Value 12420562307 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.98 |
Enterprise Value 12420562307 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.98 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.67 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.18 | Shares Outstanding 34613900 | Shares Floating 116801378 |
Shares Outstanding 34613900 | Shares Floating 116801378 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.09 | Percent Institutions 80.28 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Clearway Energy Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN) was formed in 2012 as NRG Yield, Inc., a subsidiary of NRG Energy. It was rebranded as Clearway Energy in 2018 after Global Infrastructure Partners acquired a controlling interest in NRG's renewable energy portfolio. The company focuses on owning and operating clean energy infrastructure assets.
Core Business Areas
- Renewable Energy Generation: Owns and operates a diversified portfolio of renewable energy assets, including solar, wind, and distributed generation facilities. Generates and sells electricity under long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs).
- Conventional Generation: Operates a portfolio of natural gas fired generation facilities, many of which are contracted under long term agreements.
- Thermal Infrastructure: Provides steam and chilled water services to commercial and industrial customers.
Leadership and Structure
Craig Cornelius serves as the CEO. The company is structured with a board of directors and executive management team overseeing operations across its business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Renewable Energy (Solar & Wind): Generates electricity from solar and wind farms, selling power under long-term contracts. Market share within the renewable energy sector is fragmented and difficult to pinpoint precisely but is a significant player. Competitors include NextEra Energy Resources, Invenergy, and EDF Renewables. Market share estimates for wind and solar can vary widely based on geographic location and specific sub-segments.
- Conventional Generation (Natural Gas): Operates natural gas-fired power plants. Competitors include Calpine, NRG Energy, and Vistra. It is difficult to give a precise market share.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The renewable energy industry is experiencing rapid growth driven by increasing environmental concerns, government incentives, and declining costs of renewable technologies. The conventional energy industry is facing increasing pressure due to environmental concerns and the growth of renewable energy.
Positioning
Clearway Energy is positioned as a leading independent power producer focused on clean energy infrastructure. Its competitive advantages include a diversified portfolio of assets, long-term contracts, and a strong track record of operational excellence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global renewable energy market is projected to reach trillions of dollars. Clearway is positioned to capture a portion of this market, primarily through PPAs and infrastructure development. The total addressable market including conventional sources would be substantially higher. Hard to give exact TAM for CWEN's markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified portfolio of renewable and conventional energy assets
- Long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) providing stable cash flow
- Strong operational expertise
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on power purchase agreements (PPA) and their renewal
- Exposure to regulatory changes in the energy sector
- Relatively high debt levels.
- Interest rate sensitivity
Opportunities
- Acquisitions of new renewable energy assets
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new renewable energy technologies
- Increasing demand for renewable energy
Threats
- Changes in government policies and regulations related to renewable energy
- Competition from other renewable energy companies
- Technological obsolescence
- Interest rate increases
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NEE
- BEP
- AES
Competitive Landscape
Clearway's advantage lies in its diversified portfolio and PPA-backed revenue. Disadvantages include regulatory and interest rate exposure.
Major Acquisitions
Capistrano Wind I, LLC
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 93
- Strategic Rationale: Expand wind portfolio to Northern California and diversify operations. The purchase included the remaining 50% ownership stake.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Analyze Clearway Energy's historical growth in revenue, earnings, and asset base over the past several years.
Future Projections: Refer to analyst reports and company guidance for projections of future growth in revenue, earnings, and dividends.
Recent Initiatives: Highlight recent acquisitions, project developments, and strategic partnerships undertaken by Clearway Energy.
Summary
Clearway Energy presents a mixed profile. It boasts a diverse portfolio and steady cash flow from PPAs, supporting consistent dividend payouts. However, its high debt and sensitivity to interest rates present risks. Future growth hinges on successful asset acquisitions and navigating regulatory changes, making it a moderately attractive investment depending on risk tolerance.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Company Investor Relations Website
- Financial News Outlets
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. Financial data should be verified with official company filings.
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
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Princeton, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2015-05-15 | 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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