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Duke Energy EVP Gillespie sells $832k in stock

Published 13/08/2025, 21:56
Duke Energy EVP Gillespie sells $832k in stock
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Duke Energy (NYSE:DUK), a $97.7 billion utility giant trading near its 52-week high, saw Executive Vice President Thomas Preston Gillespie Jr. sell 6,700 shares of common stock on August 12, 2025, at a price of $124.26, totaling $832,542. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock appears overvalued at current levels, though it maintains a GOOD financial health score.

Following the transaction, Gillespie directly owns 46,422 shares of Duke Energy . He also indirectly owns 403 shares through a 401(k) plan. The company has maintained dividend payments for 55 consecutive years, with a current yield of 3.4%. Want deeper insights into insider trading patterns and 8 more exclusive ProTips? Check out the comprehensive Duke Energy research report on InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Duke Energy reported its second-quarter 2025 earnings, surpassing analysts’ expectations with an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.25. This figure exceeded the forecasted $1.21, resulting in a positive EPS surprise of 3.31%. The company’s revenue also outperformed projections, reaching $7.51 billion compared to the anticipated $7.45 billion. Following this strong performance, BMO Capital raised its price target for Duke Energy to $132 from $131, maintaining an Outperform rating on the stock. These developments reflect investor confidence in Duke Energy’s financial health and future prospects.

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