AlphaStocks
4.0
Weak

XCEL ENERGY INC (XEL)

Utilities / Multi-Utilities

S&P 500

$77.38

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

#34out of 60 in Utilities

Is XCEL ENERGY INC a Good Investment in 2026?

XCEL ENERGY INC (XEL) scores 4.0 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates XCEL ENERGY INC as Attractive (6/9). However, the Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates it Caution — Bottom half (rank 79%). XCEL ENERGY INC currently trades above its estimated fair value of $71, suggesting limited upside at current prices. XCEL ENERGY INC ranks #34 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E21.4ROE9.5Market Cap48BDiv Yield2.6

Estimated Fair Value

$70.5110% above

Trading near 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

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

54% above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 3.7 · Stalwart

Greenblatt

Caution

Bottom half (rank 79%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is XCEL ENERGY INC (XEL) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, XCEL ENERGY INC (XEL) scores 4.0 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading near estimated fair value.
What is XCEL ENERGY INC's Piotroski F-Score?
XCEL 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 XEL overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $71, XEL appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 10% above its estimated fair value. Trading near estimated fair value.
How does XEL compare to other Utilities stocks?
XCEL ENERGY INC ranks #34 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector, placing it in the top 57% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about XEL?
AlphaStocks evaluates XEL using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Caution. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.0/10.

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