Northwestern Energy [NWE] vs Idacorp [IDA] Detailed Stock Comparison
Northwestern Energy
NASDAQ
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Idacorp
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Northwestern Energy wins in 13 metrics, Idacorp wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Northwestern Energy appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Northwestern Energy | Idacorp | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 13.57 | 21.40 | Northwestern Energy |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.10 | 1.95 | Northwestern Energy |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 108.25 | 102.79 | Idacorp |
| PEG Ratio | 14.40 | 20.70 | Northwestern Energy |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.85 | 16.70 | Northwestern Energy |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 15.68% | 16.61% | Idacorp |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 26.73% | 12.36% | Northwestern Energy |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 26.73% | 12.36% | Northwestern Energy |
| Return on Equity | 8.27% | 9.60% | Idacorp |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.77% | 2.27% | Northwestern Energy |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-142.50M | $-414.86M | Northwestern Energy |
| Dividend Yield | 5.15% | 2.24% | Northwestern Energy |
| 1-Year Return | -2.41% | 17.68% | Idacorp |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.13 | 3.60 | Northwestern Energy |
| Enterprise Value | $6.31B | $9.34B | Idacorp |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 4.19 | 5.16 | Northwestern Energy |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 58.23% | 12.85% | Northwestern Energy |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $25 | $34 | Idacorp |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.84 | $5.64 | Idacorp |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.37 | 0.56 | Northwestern Energy |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Northwestern Energy vs Idacorp Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Energy | 0.13% | 0.15% | 2.55% | -9.65% | -2.92% | -0.72% |
| Idacorp | -0.03% | -0.15% | 6.14% | 3.77% | 11.47% | 12.95% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Energy | -2.41% | -3.47% | -9.09% | -3.47% | 82.80% | 66.91% |
| Idacorp | 17.68% | 11.92% | 32.22% | 97.96% | 239.92% | 311.21% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Northwestern Energy vs Idacorp
| Metric | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $3.20B | $6.52B |
| Market Cap Category | Mid cap | Mid cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 432,980 | 570,505 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 466,373 | 478,882 |
| Last Close | $52.61 | $122.54 |
| 52 Week Range | $50.43 - $59.89 | $97.20 - $125.42 |
| % from 52W High | -12.16% | -2.30% |
| All-Time High | $80.52 (Feb 17, 2020) | $125.42 (Jul 23, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -34.66% | -2.30% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.02% | -0.04% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.18% | 0.24% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.16% | 0.17% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.27% | 0.12% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.10% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 108.25 | 102.79 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $47.19 | $61.95 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.91 | $11.75 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $398.46M | $609.02M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-229,383,872 | $-352,458,624 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 5.15% | 2.24% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.62 | $2.55 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Northwestern Energy vs Idacorp
| Metric | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 13.57 | 21.40 |
| Forward P/E | 14.40 | 20.70 |
| PEG Ratio | 14.40 | 20.70 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.13 | 3.60 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.10 | 1.95 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $3.20B | $6.52B |
| Enterprise Value | $6.31B | $9.34B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 4.19 | 5.16 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 10.85 | 16.70 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.37 | 0.56 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $47.19 | $61.95 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Northwestern Energy vs Idacorp
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $466.63M | $432.46M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $194.91M | $376.90M |
| Gross Profit | $271.72M | $55.56M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $124.73M | $54.93M |
| EBITDA | $191.06M | $130.57M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $92.14M | $47.20M |
| Income Tax | $15.20M | $-12.47M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $76.94M | $59.66M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $56.03M | $634.50M |
| Total Current Assets | $472.83M | $1.22B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $397.64M | $673.48M |
| Long-Term Debt | $3.13B | $3.45B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $2.90B | $3.35B |
| Retained Earnings | $913.65M | $2.16B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $16.57M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $128.45M | $106.45M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-92.12M | $-201.32M |
| Free Cash Flow | $61.27M | $-77.04M |
| Debt Repayment | $-362.00M | $-22.96M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.34M | 3.28M |
| Short Ratio | 2.81 | 7.35 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.08% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 432,980 | 570,505 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 466,373 | 478,882 |
| Shares Outstanding | 61.32M | 53.96M |
| Float Shares | 61.00M | 53.75M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.99% | 0.91% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Northwestern Energy vs Idacorp
| Metric | NWE | IDA |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.62 | $2.55 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 5.15% | 2.24% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.58 | $2.98 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 1.21% | 0.79% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $7.74 | $8.95 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 13, 2025 | Feb 05, 2025 |