Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$389.31
+3.33%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $195.07B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$129.55
+2.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $99.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 170% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $11.76B). ADI leads profitability with a 23.0% profit margin vs 15.6%. ADI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.99. ADI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ADI.
Margin of Safety
-64.7%
Fair Value
$78.65
Current Price
$129.55
$50.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADI
The strongest argument for ADI centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 33.1%. Revenue growth of 30.4% 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 15.6% and operating margin at 28.1%.
Bear Case : ADI
The primary concerns for ADI are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 73.0x 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 1.75 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 1.05 — expect wider price swings.
ADI is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
ADI generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 30.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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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