Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$128.38
-1.46%
UTILITIES · Cap: $99.33B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$85.03
-0.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $175.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 14% more annual revenue ($32.80B vs $28.82B). NEE leads profitability with a 40.4% profit margin vs 16.0%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.71. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
DUK
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
NEE
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-89.7%
Fair Value
$67.16
Current Price
$128.38
$61.22 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NEE.
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 27.5%
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Earnings expanding 93.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.1% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.6% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 16.0% and operating margin at 27.5%.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.4% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.85 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 1.6% — sustainability is the question.
DUK generates stronger free cash flow (-1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (70/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 40.4% margins. 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
NextEra Energy, Inc. is an American energy company with about 46 gigawatts of generating capacity, revenues of over $17 billion in 2017, and about 14,000 employees throughout the US and Canada. Its subsidiaries include Florida Power & Light (FPL), NextEra Energy Resources, NextEra Energy Partners, Gulf Power Company, and NextEra Energy Services.
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