Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsWells Fargo & Company (WFC)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$127.38
+0.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $98.62B
WFC
Wells Fargo & Company
$80.26
+0.82%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $245.65B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Wells Fargo & Company generates 152% more annual revenue ($80.04B vs $31.79B). WFC leads profitability with a 26.7% profit margin vs 15.6%. WFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.66. WFC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
WFC
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
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
+53.8%
Fair Value
$173.78
Current Price
$80.26
$93.52 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%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Generating 4.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : WFC
The strongest argument for WFC centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.7% and operating margin at 29.9%.
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 : WFC
The primary concerns for WFC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DUK profiles as a mature stock while WFC is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WFC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.07 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
WFC generates stronger free cash flow (4.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WFC scores higher overall (72/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 26.7% 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.
Visit Website →Wells Fargo & Company
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco, California, operational headquarters in Manhattan, and managerial offices throughout the United States and overseas.
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