Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsEli Lilly and Company (LLY)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
LLY
Eli Lilly and Company
$1,131.42
-2.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $948.95B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Eli Lilly and Company generates 121% more annual revenue ($72.25B vs $32.72B). LLY leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 15.7%. LLY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.45. LLY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
LLY
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 81 in profit
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 49.4%
Revenue surging 55.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 169.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Elevated debt levels
Trading at 32.4x book value
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 : LLY
The strongest argument for LLY centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 49.4%. Revenue growth of 55.5% 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 : LLY
The primary concerns for LLY are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DUK profiles as a mature stock while LLY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LLY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
LLY is growing revenue faster at 55.5% — sustainability is the question.
LLY generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LLY scores higher overall (78/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins and 55.5% 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.
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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HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Eli Lilly and Company is an American pharmaceutical company headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with offices in 18 countries. Its products are sold in approximately 125 countries.
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