NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) Shares Sold Off by Rep. Kevin Hern

Key Points

• Rep. Kevin Hern sold $15,001–$50,000 of NextEra Energy shares on October 2 through the Hern Family Foundation account, alongside several other stock sales disclosed from September.
• NextEra shares opened at $78.41, with the company reporting quarterly EPS of $1.15—above estimates—and reaffirming fiscal 2026 EPS guidance of $3.92–$4.02. Its quarterly dividend is $0.6232 per share, representing an annualized yield of about 3.2%.
• Analysts maintain a generally positive outlook, with a “Moderate Buy” consensus and an average price target of $99.65, though some firms cite valuation pressure from higher interest rates and have reduced earnings estimates.

Representative Kevin Hern (Republican-Oklahoma) recently sold shares of NextEra Energy, Inc. NYSE: NEE. In a filing disclosed on October 13th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $15,001 and $50,000 in NextEra Energy stock on October 2nd. The trade occurred in the Representative's "HERN FAMILY FOUNDATION" account.

Representative Kevin Hern also recently made the following trade(s):

• Sold $15,001 - $50,000 in shares of Lockheed Martin NYSE: LMT on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $50,001 - $100,000 in shares of Devon Energy NYSE: DVN on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $15,001 - $50,000 in shares of Devon Energy NYSE: DVN on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $15,001 - $50,000 in shares of Starbucks NASDAQ: SBUX on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $50,001 - $100,000 in shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies NYSE: MRSH on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Home Depot NYSE: HD on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $15,001 - $50,000 in shares of UnitedHealth Group NYSE: UNH on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $15,001 - $50,000 in shares of Chevron NYSE: CVX on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $1,001 - $15,000 in shares of Chubb NYSE: CB on 9/23/2026.
• Sold $15,001 - $50,000 in shares of Lockheed Martin NYSE: LMT on 9/17/2026.

NextEra Energy Stock Up 0.2%

NEE stock opened at $78.41 on Thursday. NextEra Energy, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $74.41 and a fifty-two week high of $98.75. The business's 50-day moving average is $81.34 and its two-hundred day moving average is $86.76. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45, a quick ratio of 0.44 and a current ratio of 0.53. The company has a market cap of $163.57 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.00, a P/E/G ratio of 2.41 and a beta of 0.64.

NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE - Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Friday, July 24th. The utilities provider reported $1.15 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.11 by $0.04. The business had revenue of $7.53 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $8.11 billion. NextEra Energy had a return on equity of 12.28% and a net margin of 32.40%. The business's revenue for the quarter was up 12.4% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm posted $1.05 earnings per share. NextEra Energy has set its FY 2026 guidance at 3.920-4.020 EPS. As a group, analysts forecast that NextEra Energy, Inc. will post 4.03 earnings per share for the current year.

NextEra Energy Dividend Announcement

The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Tuesday, September 15th. Investors of record on Friday, August 28th were given a dividend of $0.6232 per share. This represents a $2.49 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.2%. The ex-dividend date was Friday, August 28th. NextEra Energy's dividend payout ratio is 55.96%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Several research firms recently weighed in on NEE. Mizuho lowered their target price on NextEra Energy from $95.00 to $80.00 and set a "neutral" rating on the stock in a research report on Tuesday, October 6th. BMO Capital Markets upped their price target on NextEra Energy from $94.00 to $96.00 and gave the stock an "outperform" rating in a research report on Monday, July 27th. Seaport Research Partners restated a "sell" rating and issued a $56.00 price target (up from $55.00) on shares of NextEra Energy in a research report on Friday, October 2nd. Sanford C. Bernstein reaffirmed an "outperform" rating and issued a $108.00 price objective on shares of NextEra Energy in a research note on Monday, July 27th. Finally, Morgan Stanley set a $110.00 price objective on NextEra Energy and gave the company an "overweight" rating in a research report on Wednesday. Eighteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and five have given a Hold rating to the company's stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of "Moderate Buy" and a consensus target price of $99.65.

Trending Headlines about NextEra Energy

Here are the key news stories impacting NextEra Energy this week:

• Positive Sentiment: NextEra’s strong earnings-surprise history and favorable combination of analyst estimate trends and business expectations have increased the possibility of another quarterly earnings beat. Analysts expect earnings of roughly $1.23 per share for the third quarter, while the company’s full-year 2026 guidance is $3.92-$4.02 per share. Will NextEra Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
• Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo reiterated a Buy rating and a $108 price target, implying substantial upside from recent trading levels. The bullish view reflects NextEra’s earnings growth potential and long-term utility and clean-energy development pipeline. Wells Fargo Keeps Buy Rating on NextEra Energy
• Positive Sentiment: A proposed shareholder-litigation settlement would provide NextEra with a $15.5 million insurance-funded payment and introduce governance reforms. Investors may view the agreement as reducing legal uncertainty and improving oversight, although the reforms could keep governance issues in focus. Governance Settlement and Earnings Expectations
• Positive Sentiment: NextEra’s long record of dividend increases and expected earnings growth support the case for continued dividend growth, which may appeal to income-focused investors. NextEra’s Dividend Growth Outlook
• Neutral Sentiment: Investors are awaiting the company’s upcoming earnings report. A beat could support the shares, but guidance and management commentary on growth, financing and Florida Power & Light regulation will likely determine the lasting market reaction.
• Negative Sentiment: Morgan Stanley identified NextEra among clean-tech companies whose valuations could be affected by higher interest rates. Rising rates can increase financing costs and reduce the appeal of utility and renewable-energy cash flows. Clean-Tech Valuation Impact from Higher Rates
• Negative Sentiment: KeyCorp lowered its 2026 EPS estimate to $3.96 from $4.02 and trimmed forecasts for 2027, 2029 and 2030. Although it raised its fourth-quarter 2026 estimate to $0.49, the broader reductions indicate some concern about longer-term earnings momentum.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On NextEra Energy

Several hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of NEE. Pin Oak Investment Advisors Inc. bought a new position in shares of NextEra Energy in the second quarter worth about $26,000. Kilter Group LLC bought a new stake in NextEra Energy during the 2nd quarter valued at about $25,000. Manning & Napier Advisors LLC bought a new stake in NextEra Energy during the 2nd quarter valued at about $26,000. Financial Life Planners bought a new stake in NextEra Energy during the 1st quarter valued at about $30,000. Finally, Osbon Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in NextEra Energy in the 4th quarter valued at about $27,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 78.72% of the company's stock.

About Representative Hern

Kevin Hern (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Oklahoma's 1st Congressional District. He assumed office on November 13, 2018. His current term ends on January 3, 2027. Hern (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Oklahoma's 1st Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election. Kevin Hern went into business as a McDonald's franchisee in 1999. He acquired 10 McDonald's franchises by 2012. He served on the McDonald's National Leadership Team for 13 years, including the tax policy team, the insurance corporation, and as chairman of the economics team. From 2011 to 2015, he was chairman of the finance committee of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority.

NextEra Energy Company Profile

NextEra Energy, Inc is an electric power and energy infrastructure company headquartered in Juno Beach, Florida. Through its principal subsidiary, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), the company generates, transmits, distributes and sells electricity to customers across Florida. FPL serves residential, commercial and industrial customers and operates a diverse generation portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, nuclear and other resources.

NextEra Energy's other major business, NextEra Energy Resources, develops, owns and operates energy projects in the United States and Canada.

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