Greencoat UK Wind (UKW.L) Stock Analysis & Winston Score
Greencoat UK Wind is a company that owns and operates wind farms across the United Kingdom. It buys stakes in both onshore and offshore wind energy projects, then collects the electricity revenue those turbines generate. It is one of the largest listed renewable energy investment funds in the UK. The company makes money by selling electricity produced by its wind farms, mostly under long-term contracts or at market prices, and it pays much of that income back to shareholders as dividends. It operates entirely within the UK and manages a portfolio worth several billion pounds across dozens of wind sites. Its main competitive advantage is its large, diversified portfolio of operating assets, which produces relatively steady cash flows. The key risk is that wind farm output depends on actual wind levels, and falling wholesale electricity prices could reduce revenue significantly over time.
Winston Score: 58/100 — Good
A decent business — some strong pillars, some weaker.
- Quality: Strong (21/30)
- Growth: Mixed (7/20)
- Cash Flow: Exceptional (10/10)
- Stability: Good (5/10)
- Valuation: Good (5/10)
- Ownership: Mixed (6/15)
Key Facts
Price: 110.00 GBp
Market Cap: £2.4B
Sector: Financial Services
Industry: Asset Management
Exchange: London Stock Exchange

