Dominion Energy Inc (D)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
D
Dominion Energy Inc
$59.38
-2.69%
UTILITIES · Cap: $52.18B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$126.81
-2.26%
UTILITIES · Cap: $101.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 93% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $16.51B). D leads profitability with a 18.2% profit margin vs 15.6%. D appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.63. D earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
D
Strong Buy73
out of 100
Grade: B
DUK
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$162.40
Current Price
$59.38
$103.02 discount
Margin of Safety
-195.0%
Fair Value
$42.98
Current Price
$126.81
$83.83 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 365.5% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : D
The strongest argument for D centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.2% and operating margin at 22.0%. Revenue growth of 20.4% 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 : D
The primary concerns for D are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
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
D profiles as a growth stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
D carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
D is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
DUK generates stronger free cash flow (-463M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
D scores higher overall (73/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 18.2% margins and 20.4% 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.
Dominion Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Dominion Energy, Inc., commonly referred to as Dominion, is an American power and energy company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia that supplies electricity in parts of Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and supplies natural gas to parts of Utah, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Dominion also has generation facilities in Indiana, Illinois, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
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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