Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$127.58
+0.10%
UTILITIES · Cap: $99.18B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$95.51
+0.81%
UTILITIES · Cap: $202.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 14% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $27.87B). NEE leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 15.6%. NEE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.14. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
NEE
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-61.0%
Fair Value
$79.14
Current Price
$127.58
$48.44 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 28.1%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Earnings expanding 160.0% YoY
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 15.6% and operating margin at 28.1%.
Bull Case : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 30.2%.
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.
Bear Case : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NEE carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
DUK generates stronger free cash flow (-463M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 29.4% 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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