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Analyst Meetings. November 2003. Cautionary Statements And Risk Factors That May Affect Future Results.

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  1. Analyst Meetings November 2003

  2. Cautionary Statements And Risk Factors That May Affect Future Results • In connection with the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (Reform Act), FPL Group, Inc. (FPL Group) and Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) are hereby filing cautionary statements identifying important factors that could cause FPL Group's or FPL's actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in the Reform Act) made by or on behalf of FPL Group and FPL in this presentation, in response to questions or otherwise. Any statements that express, or involve discussions as to expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, assumptions or future events or performance (often, but not always, through the use of words or phrases such as will likely result, are expected to, will continue, is anticipated, believe, could, estimated, may, plan, potential, projection, target, outlook) are not statements of historical facts and may be forward-looking. Forward-looking statements involve estimates, assumptions and uncertainties. Accordingly, any such statements are qualified in their entirety by reference to, and are accompanied by, the following important factors (in addition to any assumptions and other factors referred to specifically in connection with such forward-looking statements) that could cause FPL Group's or FPL's actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of FPL Group and FPL. • Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made, and FPL Group and FPL undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. New factors emerge from time to time and it is not possible for management to predict all of such factors, nor can it assess the impact of each such factor on the business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. • The following are some important factors that could have a significant impact on FPL Group's and FPL's operations and financial results, and could cause FPL Group's and FPL's actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements: • FPL Group and FPL are subject to changes in laws or regulations, including the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978, as amended (PURPA), and the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 1935, as amended (Holding Company Act), changing governmental policies and regulatory actions, including those of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) and the utility commissions of other states in which FPL Group has operations, and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), with respect to, among other things, allowed rates of return, industry and rate structure, operation of nuclear power facilities, operation and construction of plant facilities, operation and construction of transmission facilities, acquisition, disposal, depreciation and amortization of assets and facilities, recovery of fuel and purchased power costs, decommissioning costs, return on common equity and equity ratio limits, and present or prospective wholesale and retail competition (including but not limited to retail wheeling and transmission costs). The FPSC has the authority to disallow recovery of costs that it considers excessive or imprudently incurred. • The regulatory process generally restricts FPL's ability to grow earnings and does not provide any assurance as to achievement of earnings levels. • FPL Group and FPL are subject to extensive federal, state and local environmental statutes, rules and regulations relating to air quality, water quality, waste management, natural resources and health and safety that could, among other things, restrict or limit the output of certain facilities or the use of certain fuels required for the production of electricity and/or increase costs. There are significant capital, operating and other costs associated with compliance with these environmental statutes, rules and regulations, and those costs could be even more significant in the future.

  3. FPL Group and FPL operate in a changing market environment influenced by various legislative and regulatory initiatives regarding deregulation, regulation or restructuring of the energy industry, including deregulation of the production and sale of electricity. FPL Group and its subsidiaries will need to adapt to these changes and may face increasing competitive pressure. • The operation of power generation facilities involves many risks, including start up risks, breakdown or failure of equipment, transmission lines or pipelines, use of new technology, the dependence on a specific fuel source or the impact of unusual or adverse weather conditions (including natural disasters such as hurricanes), as well as the risk of performance below expected levels of output or efficiency. This could result in lost revenues and/or increased expenses. Insurance, warranties or performance guarantees may not cover any or all of the lost revenues or increased expenses, including the cost of replacement power. In addition to these risks, FPL Group's and FPL's nuclear units face certain risks that are unique to the nuclear industry including the ability to dispose of spent nuclear fuel, as well as additional regulatory actions up to and including shutdown of the units stemming from public safety concerns, whether at FPL Group's and FPL's plants, or at the plants of other nuclear operators. Breakdown or failure of an FPL Energy, LLC (FPL Energy) operating facility may prevent the facility from performing under applicable power sales agreements which, in certain situations, could result in termination of the agreement or incurring a liability for liquidated damages. • FPL Group's and FPL's ability to successfully and timely complete their power generation facilities currently under construction, those projects yet to begin construction or capital improvements to existing facilities is contingent upon many variables and subject to substantial risks. Should any such efforts be unsuccessful, FPL Group and FPL could be subject to additional costs, termination payments under committed contracts and/or the write-off of their investment in the project or improvement. • FPL Group and FPL use derivative instruments, such as swaps, options, futures and forwards to manage their commodity and financial market risks, and to a lesser extent, engage in limited trading activities. FPL Group could recognize financial losses as a result of volatility in the market values of these contracts, or if a counterparty fails to perform. In the absence of actively quoted market prices and pricing information from external sources, the valuation of these derivative instruments involves management's judgment or use of estimates. As a result, changes in the underlying assumptions or use of alternative valuation methods could affect the value of the reported fair value of these contracts. In addition, FPL's use of such instruments could be subject to prudency challenges by the FPSC and if found imprudent, cost disallowance. • There are other risks associated with FPL Group's non-rate regulated businesses, particularly FPL Energy. In addition to risks discussed elsewhere, risk factors specifically affecting FPL Energy's success in competitive wholesale markets include the ability to efficiently develop and operate generating assets, the successful and timely completion of project restructuring activities, the price and supply of fuel, transmission constraints, competition from new sources of generation, excess generation capacity and demand for power. There can be significant volatility in market prices for fuel and electricity, and there are other financial, counterparty and market risks that are beyond the control of FPL Energy. FPL Energy's inability or failure to effectively hedge its assets or positions against changes in commodity prices, interest rates, counterparty credit risk or other risk measures could significantly impair its future financial results. In keeping with industry trends, a portion of FPL Energy's power generation facilities operate wholly or partially without long-term power purchase agreements. As a result, power from these facilities is sold on the spot market or on a short-term contractual basis, which may affect the volatility of FPL Group's financial results. In addition, FPL Energy's business depends upon transmission facilities owned and operated by others; if transmission is disrupted or capacity is inadequate or unavailable, FPL Energy's ability to sell and deliver its wholesale power may be limited. • FPL Group is likely to encounter significant competition for acquisition opportunities that may become available as a result of the consolidation of the power industry. In addition, FPL Group may be unable to identify attractive acquisition opportunities at favorable prices and to successfully and timely complete and integrate them.

  4. FPL Group and FPL rely on access to capital markets as a significant source of liquidity for capital requirements not satisfied by operating cash flows. The inability of FPL Group and FPL to maintain their current credit ratings could affect their ability to raise capital on favorable terms, particularly during times of uncertainty in the capital markets which, in turn, could impact FPL Group's and FPL's ability to grow their businesses and would likely increase interest costs. • FPL Group's and FPL's results of operations can be affected by changes in the weather. Weather conditions directly influence the demand for electricity and natural gas and affect the price of energy commodities, and can affect the production of electricity at wind and hydro-powered facilities. In addition, severe weather can be destructive, causing outages and/or property damage, which could require additional costs to be incurred. • FPL Group and FPL are subject to costs and other effects of legal and administrative proceedings, settlements, investigations and claims; as well as the effect of new, or changes in, tax rates or policies, rates of inflation, accounting standards, securities laws or corporate governance requirements. • FPL Group and FPL are subject to direct and indirect effects of terrorist threats and activities. Generation and transmission facilities, in general, have been identified as potential targets. The effects of terrorist threats and activities include, among other things, terrorist actions or responses to such actions or threats, the inability to generate, purchase or transmit power, the risk of a significant slowdown in growth or a decline in the U.S. economy, delay in economic recovery in the U.S., and the increased cost and adequacy of security and insurance. • FPL Group's and FPL's ability to obtain insurance, and the cost of and coverage provided by such insurance, could be affected by national events as well as company-specific events. • FPL Group and FPL are subject to employee workforce factors, including loss or retirement of key executives, availability of qualified personnel, collective bargaining agreements with union employees or work stoppage. The issues and associated risks and uncertainties described above are not the only ones FPL Group and FPL may face. Additional issues may arise or become material as the energy industry evolves. The risks and uncertainties associated with these additional issues could impair FPL Group's and FPL's businesses in the future.

  5. Capitalizing on Our Strengths • Premier integrated utility • high growth, stable customer base • favorable regulatory climate • operational excellence • Successful wholesale generation business • well diversified portfolio • substantially hedged • uniquely positioned for growth • Strong financial position • Substantial cash flow

  6. 2003 Capacity % contracted 2:FPL 100% FPL Energy 79% Total FPL Group 3 97% FPL Group – A Strong Balance Earnings Contribution %2003E 1 Florida Power & Light FPLEnergy Corp. & Other 1 Excludes the mark-to-market effect of non-managed hedges, which cannot be determined at this time 2 As of 10/3/03 3 Weighted average based on 2003 estimated earnings contribution

  7. FPL: Strong Top-Line Growth % of Revenues by Customer Class 1 Strong Demand Growth (92 – 02) 55% 35% FPL FPL Industry Average Industry Average • Customer growth of 2.1% 2 • Underlying usage growth of 1.6% 2 1 As of 12/31/02 2 Over last 10 years

  8. Constructive Regulatory Environment in Florida • Appointed public service commission • 5 commissioners with staggered terms • Fuel, purchased power directly passed through • “Rate certainty” through end of 2005 • incentive-based agreement allowing shareholders to benefit from productivity improvements • “win-win” revenue sharing provision instead of ROE measure • No current activity on wholesale restructuring

  9. Delivering Value to Customers Base Portion of 1,000 kWh Residential Bill Real dollars (2002) 40% Nominal dollars Residential Bill Comparison 1,000 kWh Bill Proposed bills for FPL, PEF and TECO set to begin on 01/04. The bills exclude municipal taxes and franchise fees. Rates outside of Florida as reported in EEI Typical Bills Report Summer 2003 (10/03).

  10. Superior Cost Performance(O&M $ per customer) Industry Average 1 FPL 1 Includes a one-time $35 million FPSC approved addition to the storm fund reserve

  11. Operational Excellence at FPL Plant Availability Service Reliability Outage Time Per Customer (Min.) Nuclear Fossil FPL = 50% better than average FPL information and industry nuclear plant availability as of 2002; remaining industry information as of 2001

  12. Emission Rates – Leadership Position Nitrogen Oxide and Sulfur Dioxide (lbs/mwh) Carbon Dioxide(lbs/kwh) NOx SO2 Industry Average Industry Average FPL FPL Industry Average FPL FPL historic information: Emissions from AOR's, Generation from 1192's; reflects FPL ownership share only, purchased power not included Electric Utility Industry historical data from DOE's EIA “Electric Power Annual 2001” (3/03) Electric Utility Industry projected data from DOE's EIA “Annual Energy Outlook 2003” (1/03)

  13. FPL Value Proposition • Growing demand for electricity in our service territory • Collaborative and progressive regulatory environment • Outstanding operating performance • Low environmental risk • Premier utility franchise • Strong earnings and cash flow potential

  14. FPL Energy: A DisciplinedWholesale Generator • Moderate risk approach • diversified by region, fuel source • well hedged portfolio • emphasis on base-load assets • Low cost provider • modern, efficient, clean plants • operational excellence • Industry leader in wind generation • Conservative, integrated asset optimization function • 10,309 1 net MW in operation • presence in 24 states 1 As of 10/22/03

  15. Diversified Portfolio at FPL EnergyYear-end 2004(Projected) (11,894 1 Net MW in Operation) Regional Diversity Fuel Diversity Gas 57% Northeast Central 25% 35% Wind 23% Other Mid-Atlantic 1% 23% Hydro Nuclear Oil West 3% 9% 7% 17% 1 As of 10/22/03

  16. More than 80 percent of expected 2004 gross margin hedged FPL Energy: Moderate Risk Approach2004 Hedging Program 1 Weighted to reflect in-service dates and planned maintenance 2 Reflects Round-the-clock MW 3 Reflects on-peak MW As of 10/3/03

  17. Other Projects/QF Portfolio: Stable Earnings • 1,255 MW net ownership • 87% natural gas • Bellingham/Sayreville and Doswell = 80% of MW Solid Long-term Contract Coverage 1 1 As of 7/7/03

  18. Wind: A Unique Advantage • U.S. market leader with over 40% market share • 2,579 1 net MW in operation by year-end • Supported by policy trends (RPS, PTCs) and economics • Attractive financial characteristics • long-term power contracts (15 – 25 years) • ROEs in the high teens/low 20s • accretive in first full year 1 As of 10/22/03

  19. Seabrook: Creating Significant Value • Acquired premier nuclear unit for $799 million • Opportunity to create significant shareholder value • more than $500 million of NPV estimated in the acquisition pro forma • performance to date exceeding expectations (2003) Contract Coverage 1 1 As of 10/3/03

  20. Fossil Merchant: Upside Leverage Regional Diversity 1 • Low cost, efficient base load generation • Liquid, “gas-on-margin” markets • Cash flow positive at weak spark spreads • Longer term upside potential ERCOT 43% NEPOOL/PJM/NYPP 37% WECC/SERC 20% 1 As of 10/6/03. Includes projects under construction/advanced development coming on-line through 2004

  21. FPL Energy Value Proposition • Moderate risk approach • Well diversified by region and fuel source • Growth opportunities in wind building on our competitive advantage • Nuclear creating substantial value • Merchant portfolio offers longer term upside leverage • Disciplined hedging/optimization • Opportunity to pursue acquisitions that are accretive, strategically attractive and financeable

  22. Financial discipline Strong credit ratings Prudent dividend policy FPL Group: Strong Financial Position FPL Includes AEE, AEP, CEG, CIN, CMS, CNP, D, DTE, DUK, ED, ETR, EXC, FE , FPL, PCG, PGN, PNW, PPL, SO, TE, TXU, and XEL

  23. Total Shareholder ReturnSince 2002 FPL Group 21.0% S&P 500 Electric Utilities Index (1.0)% S&P 500 Index (7.1)%

  24. Outlook for 2003 Remains Strong • FPL • expect earnings of $725 - $735 million assuming normal weather for the balance of the year • FPL Energy • expect earnings of $165 - $190 million • Corporate and Other • breakeven results at FPL FiberNet • higher interest expense • net drag of 20 - 30 cents per share EPS of $4.80 to $5.00 1 1 Excluding the cumulative effect of adopting new accounting standards as well as the mark-to-market effect of non-managed hedges and the ongoing fair valuing of minority interest required by a new accounting rule, none of which can be determined at this time

  25. Strong Outlook for 2004 • FPL • expect earnings contribution of $4.20 - $4.35 per share assuming normal weather • FPL Energy • expect earnings contribution of $1.05 - $1.20 per share • Corporate and Other • breakeven results at FPL FiberNet • higher interest expense • net drag of 30 – 35 cents per share EPS of $4.95 to $5.20 1 1 Excluding the cumulative effect of adopting new accounting standards as well as the mark-to-market effect of non-managed hedges and the ongoing fair valuing of minority interest required by a new accounting rule, none of which can be determined at this time

  26. FPL 2004 Earnings Contribution Drivers Weather-normalized 2004 EPS contribution range of $4.20 to $4.35 1 1 Normalizes for 2003 weather. Typical weather variability around 2004 expectations would be approximately ±16¢ with 80% probability

  27. FPL Energy 2004 Earnings Drivers Potential 2004 EPS contribution range of $1.05 to $1.20 1 Excludes potential variability associated with factors described on following charts

  28. FPL Energy: Potential Drivers of 2004 Earnings Variability 1 Represents 1 standard deviation from historic mean

  29. FPL Group: A Solid Investment • Premier integrated utility serving a vibrant territory • Growing wholesale generation business with moderate risk profile • Operational and environmental excellence • Financial strength and discipline • Proven track record • Solid corporate governance policies and practices

  30. Appendix

  31. FPL’s Contribution to Earnings Adjusted 1 GAAP 1 CAGR 3.0% 2 3 2 3 1 Assuming dilution 2 2000 results include merger-related expenses of $0.23 per share 3 2001 results include merger-related expenses of $0.09 per share

  32. FPL Energy’s Contribution to Earnings Adjusted 1 GAAP 1 CAGR 14.2% 4 2 3 2 3 4 1 Assuming dilution 2 2000 results include merger-related expenses of $0.01 per share 3 2001 results include net unrealized mark-to-market gains associated with non-managed hedges of $0.04 per share 4 2002 results include the cumulative effect of an accounting change of $1.28 per share, restructuring and other charges of $0.42 per share and net unrealized mark-to-market gains associated with non-managed hedges of $1 million after-tax

  33. FPL Group Earnings Performance Adjusted 1 GAAP 1 CAGR 3.1% 2 3 4 2 3 4 1 Assuming dilution 2 2000 results include merger-related expenses at FPL of $0.23 per share, at FPL Energy of $0.01 per share and at Corporate & Other of $2 million after-tax 3 2001 results include merger-related expenses at FPL of $0.09 per share and at Corporate & Other of $0.02 per share and at FPL Energy net unrealized mark-to-market gains associated with non-managed hedges of $0.04 per share 4 2002 results include the cumulative effect of an accounting change at FPL Energy of $1.28 per share, restructuring and other charges at FPL Energy of $0.42 per share, restructuring and impairment charges at Corporate & Other of $0.37 per share, a reserve for leveraged leases at Corporate & Other for $0.17 per share, a favorable settlement of litigation with IRS at Corporate & Other of $0.17 per share, and net unrealized mark-to-market gains associated with non-managed hedges at FPL Energy of $1 million after-tax

  34. Organizational Structure(Credit Ratings - S&P/Moody’s/Fitch) FPL Group, Inc. Holding Company A/Not Rated/A Outlook Negative/Not Rated/Stable Florida Power & Light Company (Utility Operation) Issuer Rating A,A-1/A1/Not Rated Secured A/Aa3/AA- Commercial Paper A-1/P-1/F1 Outlook Negative/Stable/Stable FPL Group Capital Inc (Funding Co. for Non-regulated Ops) Issuer Rating A,A-1/Not Rated/Not Rated Unsecured A-/A2/A Commercial Paper A-1/P-1/F1 Outlook Negative/Negative/Stable FPL Energy, LLC (Non-rate regulated Operations)

  35. 1 Debt Maturities($ millions) 1 At 9/30/03, $231 million and $639 million of short-term investments were available for FPL and Corporate & Other, respectively

  36. Liquidity Resources($ millions) 1 364-day with 1 year term-out As of 10/21/03

  37. Pension Update($ millions) • Expected long-term rate of return is 7.75% • Weighted average discount rate used for determining obligation is 6.00% • FPL Group’s pension status ranks very favorably relative to its peers Fair Value of Pension Assets at 9/30/02 $2,388 Pension Benefit Obligation at 9/30/02 $1,405 Funded Status at 9/30/02 $983

  38. FPL: Substantial Regulated Generation Fleet • 18,591 1 MW of generating capability in Florida • 300 additional MW to be added in 2003 • 1,900 MW to be added in 2005 • 1,100 MW to be added in 2007 • Diverse fuel mix Energy Sources (based on kWh produced in 2002) Nuclear Purchased Power Natural Gas Oil Coal 1 As of 9/30/03

  39. FPL: Superior Cost Management(O&M ¢ per retail kWh) Industry Average 1 FPL 1 Includes a one-time $35 million FPSC approved addition to the storm fund reserve

  40. FPL Energy Market Price SensitivityUnhedged Segment 1 Weighted to reflect in-service dates and planned maintenance2 Reflects on-peak MW unhedged only As of 10/3/03

  41. U.S. Wind Market Share(MW) Competitors with less than 50 MW (<1%) each 18% FPL Energy 41% Competitors at ~1 to <7% each 41% U.S. Wind Market Share (MW) Pre 2001 2001 2002 2003 Market Size Total New Capacity Installed 2,578 1,697 410 1,584 1 6,269 FPL Energy Contribution 576 843 201 2 812 3 2,579 FPL Energy New Contribution % 50% 49% 51% FPL Energy Total Market % 22% 33% 37% 41% 4 1 Estimated as of 10/20/03 2 Excludes 123 MW of acquisitions 3 Excludes 24 MW of acquisitions 4 Total FPL Energy 2,579 MW with acquisitions

  42. FPL Energy Wind EconomicsCash Flow Profile – Illustrative 100 MW ROE IRR

  43. Wind MW under Contract As of 10/3/03. Excludes small project of 3 MW

  44. States with Renewable Portfolio Standards Source: Union of Concerned Scientists

  45. Curtail plant during off-peak hours, sell fuel and supply PPA with low-cost wholesale power Utility shares savings through reduced rates under PPA Negotiated transactions with other project participants (steam host) QF Restructuring(Illustrative) QF Savings = Utility Savings = $5/MWh $5/MWh MW MW Wholesale Power Market QF Project Utility $100/MWh $42/MWh $95/MWh $50/MWh $2/MWh Fuel Cost VOM Cost

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