BEPC vs. CWEN

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

BEPC (Brookfield Renewable Corporation) and CWEN (Clearway Energy, Inc.) are both stocks. Both operate in the Utilities - Renewable industry within the Utilities sector. Over the past year, BEPC returned 25.53% vs 23.10% for CWEN. A 0.62 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

BEPC vs. CWEN - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Brookfield Renewable Corporation (BEPC) and Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, BEPC achieves a 0.84% return, which is significantly lower than CWEN's 14.11% return.

BEPC

• 1D: 1.39%
• 1M: 2.18%
• YTD: 0.84%
• 6M: -0.13%
• 1Y: 25.53%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

CWEN

• 1D: -0.94%
• 1M: -3.78%
• YTD: 14.11%
• 6M: 13.42%
• 1Y: 23.10%
• 3Y*: 15.61%
• 5Y*: 12.35%
• 10Y*: 15.69%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

BEPC vs. CWEN - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
BEPC Brookfield Renewable Corporation	0.84%	45.18%	-2.74%
CWEN Clearway Energy, Inc.	14.11%	35.48%	-1.52%

Correlation

The correlation between BEPC and CWEN is 0.59, which is moderate. They share some common price drivers but move independently often enough to provide real diversification benefit when combined.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.59
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Dec 24, 2024	0.62

The correlation between BEPC and CWEN has been stable across timeframes, ranging from 0.59 to 0.62 - a consistent structural relationship.

Fundamentals

Market Cap BEPC : $6.92B CWEN : $1.30B
EPS BEPC : -$29.65 CWEN : $0.02
PS Ratio BEPC : 1.70 CWEN : 2.44
Total Revenue (TTM) BEPC : $4.03B CWEN : $1.49B
Gross Profit (TTM) BEPC : $1.93B CWEN : $543.00M
EBITDA (TTM) BEPC : $563.03M CWEN : $878.00M

Return for Risk

BEPC vs. CWEN — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

BEPC

BEPC Risk / Return Rank: 64
BEPC Sharpe Ratio Rank: 66
BEPC Sortino Ratio Rank: 59
BEPC Omega Ratio Rank: 60
BEPC Calmar Ratio Rank: 67
BEPC Martin Ratio Rank: 67

CWEN

CWEN Risk / Return Rank: 66
CWEN Sharpe Ratio Rank: 67
CWEN Sortino Ratio Rank: 62
CWEN Omega Ratio Rank: 61
CWEN Calmar Ratio Rank: 72
CWEN Martin Ratio Rank: 71

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

BEPC vs. CWEN - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Brookfield Renewable Corporation (BEPC) and Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	BEPC	CWEN	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.76	0.79	-0.04
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.18	1.29	-0.11
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.16	1.16	0.00
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.29	1.64	-0.35
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	2.93	3.60	-0.68

BEPC vs. CWEN - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current BEPC Sharpe Ratio is 0.76, which is comparable to the CWEN Sharpe Ratio of 0.79. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of BEPC and CWEN, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

BEPC vs. CWEN - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum BEPC drawdown since its inception was -19.92%, smaller than the maximum CWEN drawdown of -79.41%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for BEPC and CWEN.

Drawdown Indicators

	BEPC	CWEN	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-19.92%	-79.41%	+59.49%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-19.92%	-14.15%	-5.77%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-33.54%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-52.09%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-52.09%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-12.83%	-10.16%	-2.67%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-6.48%	-35.35%	+28.87%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	8.75%	6.43%	+2.32%

Volatility

BEPC vs. CWEN - Volatility Comparison

Brookfield Renewable Corporation (BEPC) and Clearway Energy, Inc. (CWEN) have volatilities of 9.20% and 9.22%, respectively, indicating that both stocks experience similar levels of price fluctuations. This suggests that the risk associated with both stocks, as measured by volatility, is nearly the same. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	BEPC	CWEN	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	9.20%	9.22%	-0.02%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	26.73%	22.55%	+4.18%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	33.98%	29.34%	+4.64%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	35.26%	30.29%	+4.97%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	35.26%	31.30%	+3.96%

Dividends

BEPC vs. CWEN - Dividend Comparison

BEPC's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.03%, less than CWEN's 4.93% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
BEPC Brookfield Renewable Corporation	4.03%	3.89%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
CWEN Clearway Energy, Inc.	4.93%	5.32%	6.36%	5.62%	4.48%	3.68%	3.29%	4.01%	7.29%	5.81%	5.98%	6.88%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both BEPC and CWEN in my portfolio?

BEPC and CWEN have a correlation of 0.59, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, BEPC or CWEN?

CWEN has higher volatility (9.22%) compared to BEPC (9.20%). In terms of maximum drawdown, BEPC dropped -19.92% vs CWEN's -79.41%.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

CWEN currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (0.79 vs 0.76), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.