Clearway Energy Inc Class C (CWEN)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
CWEN
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
$39.74
-1.58%
UTILITIES · Cap: $9.00B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.11%
UTILITIES · Cap: $97.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 2103% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $1.49B). DUK leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 0.6%. DUK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.65. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CWEN
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
-10.6%
Fair Value
$36.22
Current Price
$39.74
$3.52 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DUK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 556.0% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.8% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
0.6% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWEN
The strongest argument for CWEN centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 18.8% 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 : CWEN
The primary concerns for CWEN are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 374.7x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.81 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
CWEN profiles as a growth stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWEN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
CWEN is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
CWEN generates stronger free cash flow (256M), 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.
Clearway Energy Inc Class C
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Clearway Energy, Inc., participates in the renewable energy businesses in the United States.
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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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