Allete Inc (ALE)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
ALE
Allete Inc
$67.90
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.94B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.11%
UTILITIES · Cap: $97.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 2081% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $1.50B). DUK leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 11.0%. ALE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.57. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
ALE
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.7%
Fair Value
$60.25
Current Price
$67.90
$7.65 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DUK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 7.9%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ALE
The strongest argument for ALE centers on Price/Book.
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 : ALE
The primary concerns for ALE are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
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
ALE profiles as a declining stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ALE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
ALE generates stronger free cash flow (-174M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DUK scores higher overall (67/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Allete Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
ALLETE, Inc. is an energy company. The company is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota.
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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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