UBS Rates Clearway Energy (CWEN) buy, $45 Price Target

UBS maintains its buy rating on Clearway Energy, Inc., setting a $45 price target, a 22.15% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Jun 26, 2026, 3:03 AM EDT · Updated Jun 26, 2026, 12:02 PM EDT

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UBS rated Clearway Energy, Inc. ($CWEN) "buy" with a $45 price target on June 24, 2026.

Since the rating, $CWEN is down 8.9% after 1 week, down 12.8% after 1 month and down 17.4% to date (from the $36.23 close on Jun 24, 2026).

CWEN Clearway Energy, Inc.

$29.93 -8.39% year to date

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Key Points

UBS analyst William Grippin reiterated a buy rating on Clearway Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CWEN) with a price target of $45.
UBS's $45 price target implies 22.15% upside from Clearway Energy, Inc.'s ($CWEN) current $36.84 share price.
Clearway Energy, Inc. traded at $36.78 on Friday; it has a market cap of about $5.74 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 13.46.
BlackRock increased its holdings in Clearway Energy by 1,202,548 shares, totaling 13,917,017 shares valued at $546.8 million.

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UBS analyst William Grippin has reiterated a buy rating for Clearway Energy, Inc. (NYSE:CWEN) with a price target of $45. This latest guidance, issued on June 24, 2026, underscores the confidence UBS has in the company's performance.

Analyst rating track record

UBS vs. the S&P 500

YTD return +8.46% hypothetical

All-time return +24.67% S&P 500 +23.84%

vs. S&P 500 +0.83% ahead of the index

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Other Institutional Activity in Clearway Energy

Several institutional investors have been active in Clearway Energy. BlackRock, Inc. grew its holdings by 1,202,548 shares, ending with 13,917,017 shares worth about $546.8 million, a 9.5% increase. Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position with 5,257,475 shares valued at approximately $206.6 million. ClearBridge Investments, LLC increased its stake by 547,034 shares, resulting in 5,203,971 shares valued at $204.5 million, marking an 11.7% rise. Neuberger Berman Group LLC also expanded its position by 940,204 shares to 4,464,250 shares, valued at $175.4 million, reflecting a 26.7% increase. Morgan Stanley added 223,930 shares, bringing its total to 3,050,954 shares worth $119.9 million, a 7.9% increase.

Clearway Energy, Inc. Stock Up 19.5%

Shares of Clearway Energy, Inc. traded near $36.78 on Friday. The company has a market capitalization of about $5.74 billion and a forward P/E ratio of 13.46, with a beta of 0.863. The stock's 52-week range spans from $27.67 to $41.74. Clearway Energy's 50-day moving average is $38.68, while its 200-day moving average is $35.79. The company maintains a current ratio of 1.107 and a quick ratio of 0.575, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 178.933.

12-month forecast

$CWEN price target

Clearway Energy, Inc. daily closes and this analyst's $45 target. Not advice.

Recent Earnings

Clearway Energy reported revenue of approximately $1.49 billion with a revenue growth of 18.8%. Its net margin stands at 0.606%, and it recorded a negative return on equity of -3.549%. The next earnings report is scheduled for August 5, 2026.

Dividend

Clearway Energy offers an annual dividend rate of $1.83 per share, yielding 4.96%. The dividend payout ratio is 17.97%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Clearway Energy, Inc.

Recent insider activity includes TotalEnergies SE buying 945 shares on June 18, 2026, and BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC also purchasing 945 shares on the same date. Earlier, on June 12, TotalEnergies SE and BlackRock Portfolio Management LLC each acquired 438 shares. Additionally, on June 1, Oneal Stanley bought 7,611 shares, and Lowry Jennifer Elaine purchased 4,248 shares.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 24, 2026, UBS maintained its buy rating on Clearway Energy, Inc. with a price target of $45. Morgan Stanley previously maintained a buy rating with a $60 target on May 27, 2026. The consensus among analysts is a strong buy, with an average target price of $43.82 based on 11 opinions.

About Clearway Energy, Inc.

Clearway Energy, Inc., based in Princeton, New Jersey, operates in the renewable energy sector. The company manages a diverse portfolio of clean energy generation assets across the United States, including wind, solar, and battery storage systems. With a total gross capacity of approximately 12.9 gigawatts across 27 states, Clearway Energy plays a significant role in providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions. The company is led by CEO Craig Cornelius and operates under the umbrella of Clearway Energy Group LLC.

Bottom Line

UBS's reiteration of its buy rating for Clearway Energy, Inc. highlights continued optimism about the company's growth prospects. Investors often track such ratings to gauge market sentiment and potential future performance. It's important to note that these analyst ratings are based on backward-looking data and should be considered as part of a broader investment strategy.