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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: CWEN-A (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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 -19.48% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 5.91B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 43.49 | 1Y Target Price 36.11 |
Price to earnings Ratio 43.49 | 1Y Target Price 36.11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 0.9 | 52 Weeks Range 22.31 - 31.37 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.31 - 31.37 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.08% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.65 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-30 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.7329 | Actual 0.28 |
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 43.49 | Forward PE 60.61 | Enterprise Value 12533940106 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.13 |
Enterprise Value 12533940106 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.13 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.75 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.28 | Shares Outstanding 34613900 | Shares Floating 116801378 |
Shares Outstanding 34613900 | Shares Floating 116801378 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.09 | Percent Institutions 80.24 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Clearway Energy Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Clearway Energy, Inc. was formed in 2012 (originally NRG Yield), focusing on renewable and conventional energy infrastructure assets. It evolved from a yieldco structure associated with NRG Energy.
Core Business Areas
- Renewable Energy: Owns and operates a diversified portfolio of renewable energy assets, including solar and wind projects, generating electricity.
- Conventional Generation: Includes natural gas-fired power plants and district energy systems, providing reliable power and steam.
- Thermal Infrastructure: Provides steam and chilled water services to commercial and industrial customers.
Leadership and Structure
Craig Cornelius serves as CEO. The company operates with a management team focused on asset optimization and growth through acquisitions and project development. It's structured to manage and operate its diverse energy portfolio effectively.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Renewable Energy Generation: Electricity generated from wind and solar farms. Competitors include NextEra Energy Partners (NEP) and Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure (AY). Market share data is variable.
- Conventional Power Generation: Electricity generated from natural gas plants and district energy systems. Competitors include Calpine and Vistra (VST). Market share data is not readily available at this granular level.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy industry is undergoing a transition towards renewable energy sources, driven by environmental concerns and technological advancements. Renewable energy adoption is increasing, and conventional power generation is facing pressure. The Biden administration is increasing this pressure by setting aggressive goals.
Positioning
Clearway Energy positions itself as a leading renewable energy owner-operator with a diversified portfolio. Its competitive advantage lies in its established asset base and ability to acquire and optimize projects.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for renewable energy is in the trillions of dollars globally. Clearway Energy's positioning in owning and operating energy assets allows it to take advantage of this huge TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified portfolio of renewable and conventional assets
- Established operational expertise
- Strong relationships with developers
- Predictable cash flows from long-term contracts
- Track record of acquisitions and growth
Weaknesses
- Reliance on regulatory approvals
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Sensitivity to interest rate changes
- Complex ownership structure
- Project development risks
Opportunities
- Growing demand for renewable energy
- Government incentives and policies supporting clean energy
- Technological advancements in renewable energy
- Acquisition opportunities in the renewable energy sector
- Expansion into new geographic markets
Threats
- Changes in government regulations
- Increased competition from other renewable energy companies
- Potential for project delays or cost overruns
- Volatility in commodity prices
- Economic downturn
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NEP
- AY
- BEP
Competitive Landscape
Clearway Energy has a competitive edge with its diversified asset base and operational expertise. However, NextEra Energy Partners (NEP) is larger. Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure (AY) has international holdings that CWEN does not have.
Major Acquisitions
Acquisition A
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 300
- Strategic Rationale: Expanding renewable energy portfolio
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Clearway Energy has grown through acquisitions and project development. Historical data needs to be updated when available.
Future Projections: Analyst projections for Clearway Energy's future growth vary but generally anticipate continued expansion in renewable energy. Analyst data needs to be updated when available.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquisitions of renewable energy projects and investments in energy storage.
Summary
Clearway Energy is a renewable energy company with a diversified portfolio and strong cash flows. Its ability to acquire and optimize assets is a key strength. However, the company faces regulatory and commodity price risks. Future growth depends on continued expansion in the renewable energy sector.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data changes frequently.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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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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