Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$146.78
+0.88%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $182.57B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 26% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $25.90B). APH leads profitability with a 17.2% profit margin vs 15.7%. APH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.25. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.5%
Fair Value
$296.26
Current Price
$146.78
$149.48 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DUK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 12.9x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 58.4% 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 15.7% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are Price/Book, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 42.5x 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
APH profiles as a growth stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
APH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
APH is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
APH generates stronger free cash flow (830M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (74/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 58.4% 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.
Amphenol Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Amphenol Corporation is a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable and interconnect systems such as coaxial cables. Amphenol is a portmanteau from the corporation's original name, American Phenolic Corp.
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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