AlphaStocks
4.0
Weak

NRG ENERGY, INC. (NRG)

Utilities / Independent Power Producers & Energy Traders

S&P 500

$150.71

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#31out of 60 in Utilities

Is NRG ENERGY, INC. a Good Investment in 2026?

NRG ENERGY, INC. (NRG) scores 4.0 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates NRG ENERGY, INC. as Attractive (6/9). However, the Lynch model rates it Caution — PEG 3.0 · Stalwart. NRG ENERGY, INC. currently trades above its estimated fair value of $128, suggesting limited upside at current prices. NRG ENERGY, INC. ranks #31 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E27.0ROE55.8Market Cap31BDiv Yield1.4

Estimated Fair Value

$127.9618% above

Trading slightly above estimated fair value.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/9

Buffett

Attractive

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Caution

PEG 3.0 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Neutral

Bottom half (rank 66%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NRG ENERGY, INC. (NRG) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, NRG ENERGY, INC. (NRG) scores 4.0 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
What is NRG ENERGY, INC.'s Piotroski F-Score?
NRG ENERGY, INC.'s Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is NRG overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $128, NRG appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 18% above its estimated fair value. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
How does NRG compare to other Utilities stocks?
NRG ENERGY, INC. ranks #31 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector, placing it in the top 52% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about NRG?
AlphaStocks evaluates NRG using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Attractive; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Caution; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.0/10.

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