NRG Energy Inc vs Tractor Supply Co — how do they compare? NRG Energy Inc trades at $132.3 (market cap $27.55B), while Tractor Supply Co trades at $29.67 (market cap $15.89B). The key difference: NRG Energy Inc is the larger of the two by market cap, and Tractor Supply Co pays the higher dividend (3.17%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| NRG | TSCO | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $27.55B | $15.89B |
Sector | Utilities | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $184.03 | $62.65 |
52-Week Low | $120.65 | $29.14 |
Enterprise Value | $51.38B | $22.08B |
Dividend Yield | 1.46% | 3.17% |
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NRG Energy is one of the largest retail energy providers in the U.S., with 7 million customers, including its 2021 acquisition of Direct Energy. It also is one of the largest U.S. independent power producers, with 16 gigawatts of nuclear, coal, gas, and oil power generation capacity primarily in Texas. Since 2018, NRG has divested its 47% stake in NRG Yield, among other renewable energy and conventional generation investments. NRG exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in December 2003.
Read more on NRG →Tractor Supply is the largest operator of retail farm and ranch stores in the United States. The company targets recreational farmers and ranchers and has little exposure to commercial and industrial farm operations. Currently, the company operates 2,016 of its namesake banners in 49 states and 178 Petsense stores. Stores are typically located in towns outside of urban areas and in rural communities. In fiscal 2021, revenue consisted primarily of livestock and pet (47%), hardware, tools, and truck (21%), and seasonal gift and toy (21%).
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