Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsCompanhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELPC)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
ELPC
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
$11.21
-2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $8.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 20% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $27.29B). DUK leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 9.9%. ELPC trades at a lower P/E of 16.6x. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
ELPC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Revenue surging 20.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
4.1% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : ELPC
The strongest argument for ELPC centers on P/E Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : ELPC
The primary concerns for ELPC are EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DUK profiles as a mature stock while ELPC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DUK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
ELPC is growing revenue faster at 20.0% — sustainability is the question.
ELPC generates stronger free cash flow (521M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DUK scores higher overall (67/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.3% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL engages in the generation, transformation, distribution, and sale of electricity to industrial, residential, commercial, rural, and other customers in Brazil.
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