Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsSpotify Technology SA (SPOT)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$127.38
+0.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $98.62B
SPOT
Spotify Technology SA
$473.21
-2.40%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $99.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 85% more annual revenue ($31.79B vs $17.19B). DUK leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 12.9%. SPOT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.99. SPOT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SPOT
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-198.2%
Fair Value
$42.98
Current Price
$127.38
$84.40 premium
Margin of Safety
+13.1%
Fair Value
$560.66
Current Price
$473.21
$87.45 discount
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%
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.1x book value
2.1% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SPOT
The strongest argument for SPOT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
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 : SPOT
The primary concerns for SPOT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DUK profiles as a mature stock while SPOT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPOT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.72 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
SPOT generates stronger free cash flow (834M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPOT scores higher overall (62/100 vs 59/100). Both earn "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 →Spotify Technology SA
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · INTERNET CONTENT & INFORMATION · USA
Spotify Technology SA, provides audio streaming services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Luxembourg, Luxembourg.
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