Coinbase Global Inc (COIN)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
COIN
Coinbase Global Inc
$181.73
-6.37%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $47.99B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$129.55
+2.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $99.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 362% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $6.88B). COIN leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 15.6%. COIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. COIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
COIN
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for COIN.
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
Earnings expanding 430.6% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 3.1B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 22.2%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : COIN
The strongest argument for COIN centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 11.3%. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : COIN
The primary concerns for COIN are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.8x 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
COIN profiles as a declining stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
COIN carries more volatility with a beta of 3.61 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
COIN generates stronger free cash flow (3.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
COIN scores higher overall (60/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins. Both earn "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.
Coinbase Global Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Coinbase Global, Inc. provides financial infrastructure and technology for the crypto economy. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware.
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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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