Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$401.39
+1.37%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $206.14B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 157% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $12.74B). ADI leads profitability with a 26.0% profit margin vs 15.7%. ADI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.88. ADI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 38.1%
Revenue surging 37.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 110.5% YoY
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADI
The strongest argument for ADI centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.0% and operating margin at 38.1%. Revenue growth of 37.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DUK
The strongest argument for DUK centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ADI
The primary concerns for ADI are P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADI profiles as a growth stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ADI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
ADI is growing revenue faster at 37.2% — sustainability is the question.
ADI generates stronger free cash flow (734M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADI scores higher overall (73/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 26.0% margins and 37.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Analog Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), also known simply as Analog, is an American multinational semiconductor company specializing in data conversion, signal processing and power management technology, headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
Duke Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Duke Energy Corporation is an American electric power and natural gas holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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