Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)

Currency in USD
123.90
+0.56(+0.45%)
Closed·
123.80-0.10(-0.08%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
122.59125.11
52 wk Range
113.90134.49
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
123.34
Open
124.94
Day's Range
122.59-125.11
52 wk Range
113.9-134.49
Volume
5.06M
Average Volume (3m)
3.69M
1-Year Change
-1.612%
Book Value / Share
68.98
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
138.47
Upside
+11.76%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
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ProTips
Has raised its dividend for 18 consecutive years

Duke Energy Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Neutral
Technical Indicators
Sell
Moving Averages
Neutral

Analyst Ratings

11 Buy
12 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
23 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 138.47
(+11.76% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BMO Capital
Buy132.00+6.54%134.00MaintainAug 05, 2026
Barclays
Buy132.00+6.54%140.00MaintainAug 05, 2026
BTIG
Buy141.00+13.80%139.00MaintainJul 23, 2026
KeyBanc
Buy139.00+12.19%-UpgradeJul 23, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold138.00+11.38%136.00MaintainJul 22, 2026

Duke Energy Corporation SWOT Analysis


Clean Energy Pionee
Duke Energy's ambitious transition to cleaner energy sources and grid modernization efforts position it as a leader in the evolving utility landscape
Financial Powerhouse
With a market cap of $91.2B and robust EBITDA of $13.7B, Duke Energy demonstrates strong financial performance and growth potential
Regulatory Triumphs
Recent favorable regulatory outcomes provide clear visibility for growth targets, supporting Duke Energy's 5-7% EPS CAGR projection
Analyst Optimism
Analysts set price targets ranging from $124 to $135, reflecting confidence in Duke Energy's $82.5B capital expenditure plan and growth strategy
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Duke Energy Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Duke Energy Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.43 beat estimates by 8.33%, though revenue of $7.59B missed forecasts by 0.26%; shares fell 0.96% to $123.09.
  • Company reaffirmed full-year 2026 EPS guidance of $6.55-$6.80 and maintained 5-7% annual EPS growth target through 2030, expecting top-half range from 2028.
  • Duke secured 7.8 gigawatts in data-center agreements, deploying $1B monthly toward 15 GW capacity addition by 2031; pipeline could add $5-10B capital spending.
  • Utility raised quarterly dividend 2% in July, extending 20+ year streak; priced $600M via ATM equity program in 2026 with no large block offerings planned.
  • Management postponed new nuclear projects pending cost-overrun protections; company maintains $91.2B debt and 1.71 debt-to-equity ratio amid heavy capex needs.
Last Updated: 04/08/2026, 16:06
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Earnings

Latest Release
Aug 04, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.43 / 1.32
Revenue / Forecast
7.59B / 7.61B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 6.50%
Dividend Yield
3.50%
Industry Median 3.39%
Annualised payout
4.34
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+2.00%
Growth Streak

DUK Income Statement

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Relationship
P/E Ratio
18.7x21.5x12.2x
PEG Ratio
2.195.390.02
Price/Book
1.8x2.0x1.3x
Price / LTM Sales
2.9x3.3x1.7x
Upside (Analyst Target)
12.1%13.4%17.0%
Fair Value Upside
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Duke Energy Corporation, through its subsidiaries, operates as an energy company in the United States. The company operates through two segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure (EU&I); and Gas Utilities and Infrastructure (GU&I). The EU&I segment generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity to customers in the Southeast and Midwest regions. It generates electricity through coal, hydroelectric, natural gas, oil, renewables, and nuclear fuel. This segment also engages in the wholesale of electricity to municipalities, electric cooperative utilities, and other load-serving entities. The GU&I segment distributes natural gas to customers in the residential, commercial, industrial, and power generation natural gas sectors; and invests in pipeline transmission projects, renewable natural gas projects, and natural gas storage facilities. The company was formerly known as Duke Energy Holding Corp. and changed its name to Duke Energy Corporation in April 2006. Duke Energy Corporation was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
280.55M35.99%34.60B
Other Institutional Investors
270.27M34.67%33.33B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
228.78M29.35%28.22B
Total
779.6M100.00%96.16B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.8.89%69,323,8708,550,406
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC6.48%50,526,6036,231,951

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FAQ

What Is the Duke Energy (DUK) Stock Price Today?

The Duke Energy stock price today is 123.90 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Duke Energy Trade On?

Duke Energy is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Duke Energy?

The stock symbol for Duke Energy is "DUK."

What Is the Duke Energy (DUK) Afterhours Price Today? (Afterhours variable test: 123.80) Current Date: Aug 07, 2026

After hours price: 123.80. After hours price change (units): -0.10. Price change percentage: -0.08%

What Is the Duke Energy Market Cap?

As of today, Duke Energy market cap is 96.61B USD.

What Is Duke Energy's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Duke Energy EPS (TTM) is 6.50.

When Is the Next Duke Energy Earnings Date?

Duke Energy will release its next earnings report on Oct 29, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is DUK a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Duke Energy Stock Split?

Duke Energy has split 3 times.

What is the current trading status of Duke Energy (DUK)?

As of Aug 07, 2026, Duke Energy (DUK) is trading at a price of 123.90 USD, with a previous close of 123.34 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 122.59 USD to 125.11 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 113.90 USD to 134.49 USD.

What Is Duke Energy (DUK) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Duke Energy is 138.47 USD, with a high estimate of 147 USD and a low estimate of 131 USD. 11 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +11.76% Upside potential.

What Is the DUK Premarket Price?

DUK's last pre-market stock price is 124.13 USD. The pre-market share volume is 20,360.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.79, or 0.64%.

What Is the DUK After Hours Price?

DUK's last after hours stock price is 123.80 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.10, or -0.08%.
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