Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsMoodys Corporation (MCO)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
MCO
Moodys Corporation
$451.35
+1.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $79.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 316% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $7.87B). MCO leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 15.7%. MCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.11. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
MCO
Buy61
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 83 in profit
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 45.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 26.3x book value
Elevated debt levels
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 : MCO
The strongest argument for MCO centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 45.7%.
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 : MCO
The primary concerns for MCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
MCO generates stronger free cash flow (844M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DUK scores higher overall (67/100 vs 61/100), 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 →Moodys Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
Moody's Corporation, often referred to as Moody's, is an American business and financial services company. It is the holding company for Moody's Investors Service (MIS), an American credit rating agency, and Moody's Analytics (MA), an American provider of financial analysis software and services.
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