Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol DUK
  • Rev/Share 40.6928
  • Book/Share 67.644
  • PB 1.7715
  • Debt/Equity 0.201
  • CurrentRatio 0.6291
  • ROIC 0.0423

 

  • MktCap 91126342228.0
  • FreeCF/Share 11.5167
  • PFCF 10.1704
  • PE 18.2588
  • Debt/Assets 0.0538
  • DivYield 0.036
  • ROE 0.0983

 

  • Rating B-
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 1
  • P/B Score 2
  • D/E Score 4

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Resumed DUK RBC Capital Mkts -- Sector Perform -- $143 Oct. 28, 2025
Initiation DUK Wells Fargo -- Equal Weight -- $126 Oct. 28, 2025
Initiation DUK BTIG Research -- Buy -- $150 Oct. 22, 2025
Initiation DUK TD Cowen -- Buy -- $143 Oct. 16, 2025
Initiation DUK Evercore ISI -- Outperform -- $143 Oct. 7, 2025
Upgrade DUK Scotiabank Sector Perform Sector Outperform -- $137 Oct. 3, 2025
Downgrade DUK Jefferies Buy Hold -- $134 Sept. 26, 2025
Upgrade DUK Goldman Neutral Buy -- $132 June 25, 2025
Initiation DUK Raymond James -- Market Perform -- -- June 13, 2025
Downgrade DUK KeyBanc Capital Markets Overweight Sector Weight -- -- Oct. 22, 2024

News

How Does Duke Energy's Regulated Utility Model Drive Stable Growth?
DUK
Published: December 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

DUK's regulated utility model helps it recover costs and earn stable returns on clean energy investments.

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Duke Energy Florida employees continue to power meaningful change in 2025
DUK
Published: December 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Through employee giving, the dollar value of volunteer service and Duke Energy Foundation matching funds, more than $1 million was invested in the communities the company serves ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.

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Duke Energy partners with community organization in South Carolina to help customers in need stay safe, warm and connected
DUK
Published: December 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Together with customers, employees and local partners, Duke Energy is making a difference – providing critical energy assistance so families can stay safe and connected during challenging times. GREENVILLE, S.C.

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Undercovered Dozen: Canadian Natural Resources, Duke Energy, PennyMac Mortgage And More
CNQ, DUK
Published: December 21, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

This week's Undercovered Dozen highlights 12 lesser-followed stocks and funds, each with distinct catalysts or value opportunities. This week's edition covers articles published between Dec. 12 and Dec. 18, offering fresh investment ideas. The series aims to inspire discussion and help investors discover overlooked opportunities in the market.

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Duke Energy (DUK) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
DUK
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Duke Energy (DUK) closed at $115.56 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.69% move from the prior day.

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Duke Energy and partners help customers in need stay safe, warm and connected
DUK
Published: December 17, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Together with customers, employees and local partners, Duke Energy is making a difference – providing critical energy assistance so families can stay safe and connected during challenging times. CHARLOTTE, N.C.

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Piedmont Natural Gas offers ways to save on energy bills ahead of next week's falling temperatures
DUK
Published: December 12, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Energy-saving tips and payment programs can help customers manage seasonal bills B-roll: Energy efficiency tips for natural gas CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With temperatures expected to plummet across the Southeast early next week, heating systems will be working harder – and using more energy.

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Can DUK's Massive Clean Energy Investments Drive Long-Term Growth?
DUK
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Duke Energy's hefty clean-energy and grid investments position the utility for rising electricity demand and long-term growth.

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Duke Energy Foundation gives boost to local economies with $500,000 in support for North Carolina small businesses
DUK
Published: December 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Grants will help small businesses expand - lifting economic activity and creating jobs. Twenty nonprofit organizations selected to receive grants of $25,000 to distribute to local small businesses.

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Investors Heavily Search Duke Energy Corporation (DUK): Here is What You Need to Know
DUK
Published: December 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Duke Energy (DUK) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Duke Energy applauds Department of Energy's new nuclear investments, helps advance deployment of SMRs in the U.S.
DUK
Published: December 04, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Aligns with Duke Energy's focus to reduce costs while supporting reliability and economic prosperity Federal cost-share project will support small modular reactor deployment by Tennessee Valley Authority and GE Vernova Hitachi CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy reaffirms its commitment to advanced nuclear development activities as part of its participation in a recently announced U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) cost-share project.

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If You Think a Selloff Is Near, Grab Some Insurance with These 3 Stocks
DUK, MCD, TLT
Published: December 04, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative

Mega cap tech stocks have continued to be the key growth engine for the U.S. economy.

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How Is Duke Energy Using Energy Storage to Build a More Reliable Grid?
DUK
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Duke Energy is ramping up battery and pumped-storage capacity to boost grid reliability, cut costs and support rising renewable integration.

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DUK Stock Underperforms Industry in 6 Months: Here's How to Play
DUK
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Duke Energy's clean-energy push, nuclear expansion and major capital plans highlight growth potential despite its premium valuation.

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Constellation Energy vs. Duke Energy: Which Stock Shines Brighter?
CEG, DUK
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

DUK edges out CEG with stronger earnings trends, better yield, lower valuation and bold clean energy investment plans.

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Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
DUK
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Duke Energy (DUK) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Duke Energy names Katie Aittola as head of supply chain and real estate, and chief procurement officer
DUK
Published: November 19, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Dwight Jacobs to retire after more than two decades of distinguished service CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy today announced that Katie Aittola will become senior vice president, supply chain and real estate, and chief procurement officer, effective Jan. 1.

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Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
DUK
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Duke Energy (DUK) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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AI companies want to know how quickly we can bring speed to power: Duke Energy CEO Harry Sideris
DUK
Published: November 10, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Harry Sideris, Duke Energy CEO, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss how the company is helping develop the AI boom, what questions companies are asking Duke Energy and much more.

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Piedmont Natural Gas offers programs and tips to help customers save on energy bills as colder temps hit the Southeast next week
DUK
Published: November 07, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Company's payment plans, assistance programs and energy-saving tips and tools can help customers manage seasonal bills B-roll: Energy efficiency tips for natural gas CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With colder-than-normal temperatures arriving across the Southeast early next week, Piedmont Natural Gas reminds customers of the company's tips, tools and assistance programs to help manage seasonal energy bills.

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Duke Energy shares ways to save energy and money as coldest air of the season arrives next week
DUK
Published: November 07, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Empowering customers with tools and tips to manage costs during well-below-average November temperatures CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With the coldest air of the season forecast to arrive early next week, Duke Energy is committed to helping customers across the Carolinas save energy and money as heating systems work harder.

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Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
DUK
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Duke Energy Corporation ( DUK ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 7, 2025 10:00 AM EST Company Participants Abby Motsinger - Vice President of Investor Relations Harry Sideris - President, CEO & Director Brian Savoy - Executive VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Julien Dumoulin-Smith - Jefferies LLC, Research Division Carly Davenport - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Alexander Calvert - Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, Research Division Diana Niles - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division David Paz - Wolfe Research, LLC Nicholas Campanella - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Presentation Operator Hello, everyone, and thank you for joining …

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Duke Energy kicks off monthlong campaign providing more than $600,000 to help fight hunger in South Carolina
DUK
Published: November 07, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Effort will assist at least 60 feeding programs amid funding uncertainties as colder weather and holiday season approaches Since 2021, Duke Energy and Duke Energy Foundation have dedicated more than $2.6 million to support the efforts of these agencies Campaign begins with Yam Jam, a volunteer event in Greenville that packages 50,000 pounds of sweet potatoes for holiday food boxes GREENVILLE, S.C. , Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As colder weather and the holidays approach, many South Carolina families turn to assistance programs that help support those facing hunger.

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Duke Energy (DUK) Q3 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
DUK
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Although the revenue and EPS for Duke Energy (DUK) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

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Duke Energy Q3 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
DUK
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

DUK delivers double-digit earnings growth and a solid revenue beat in Q3, while tightening its 2025 EPS guidance range.

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Buy 5 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Dodge Ongoing Market Volatility
ATO, AWR, CWCO, DUK, ETR
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Market swings persist despite record highs - investors turn to ATO, AWR, CWCO, ETR and DUK for low-beta stability and steady income.

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Top Wind Energy Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio for Long-Term Growth
D, DUK, PCG, POR
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Rising demand from AI data centers, EVs and industrial growth makes wind energy stocks like DUK, D, PCG, and POR attractive long-term picks.

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Duke Energy to Release Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know
DUK
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

DUK's Q3 results may reflect gains from grid upgrades, stronger power demand, and new solar output despite higher interest costs.

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Duke Energy Foundation gives $100,000 to One SC Fund as part of annual campaign to help fight hunger in South Carolina
DUK
Published: October 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

In addition, the company throughout November will provide another $500,000 to at least 60 feeding programs statewide amid funding uncertainties as colder weather and the holiday season approaches Since 2021, Duke Energy and the Foundation have dedicated more than $2.6 million to support the efforts of these agencies GREENVILLE, S.C. , Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy and Duke Energy Foundation are contributing $100,000 to the One SC Fund recently activated by Gov.

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PPL vs. Duke Energy: Which Utility Stock Offers Better Value for Now?
DUK, PPL
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Both PPL and DUK stocks have massive long-term capital expenditure to expand their infrastructure and add more clean projects in their portfolio.

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About Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)

  • IPO Date 1980-03-17
  • Website https://www.duke-energy.com
  • Industry Regulated Electric
  • CEO Harry K. Sideris
  • Employees 26413

Duke Energy Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an energy company in the United States. It operates through three segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, Gas Utilities and Infrastructure, and Commercial Renewables. The Electric Utilities and Infrastructure segment generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity in the Carolinas, Florida, and the Midwest; and uses coal, hydroelectric, natural gas, oil, renewable generation, and nuclear fuel to generate electricity. It also engages in the wholesale of electricity to municipalities, electric cooperative utilities, and load-serving entities. This segment serves approximately 8.2 million customers in 6 states in the Southeast and Midwest regions of the United States covering a service territory of approximately 91,000 square miles; and owns approximately 50,259 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. The Gas Utilities and Infrastructure segment distributes natural gas to residential, commercial, industrial, and power generation natural gas customers; and owns, operates, and invests in pipeline transmission and natural gas storage facilities. It has approximately 1.6 million customers, including 1.1 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, as well as 550,000 customers in southwestern Ohio and northern Kentucky. The Commercial Renewables segment acquires, owns, develops, builds, and operates wind and solar renewable generation projects, including nonregulated renewable energy and energy storage services to utilities, electric cooperatives, municipalities, and corporate customers. It has 23 wind, 178 solar, and 2 battery storage facilities, as well as 71 fuel cell locations with a capacity of 3,554 MW across 22 states. The company was formerly known as Duke Energy Holding Corp. and changed its name to Duke Energy Corporation in April 2005. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.