DUK— Duke Energy Corporation
NYSEUtilities · Utilities - Regulated Electric
Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) stock trades at $125.05, up 1.24% on the day. With a market capitalization of $97.49 billion, DUK is a large-cap utilities stock. It trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 19.2, a forward P/E of 17.4 and earnings per share (EPS) of $6.50. Over the most recent period the company reported 11% year-over-year revenue growth and a net profit margin of 15.7%. Below you'll find DUK's full fundamentals, fair-value estimates, dividend history, earnings and our buy, hold or avoid verdict for 2026.
Price & Performance
Performance
Analysis & Verdict
Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Stock Analysis 2026
Rule-based · Updated daily · Not financial advice
Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) operates in the Utilities - Regulated Electric space within the Utilities sector. With a market cap of $97.5B, it qualifies as a mid-cap company. The company is growing revenue strongly while maintaining healthy profitability — a combination that investors typically reward with a premium valuation.
- Forward P/E (17.4×) is lower than trailing P/E (19.2×) — analysts expect earnings to improve
- Revenue growth of 11% YoY shows solid business momentum
- Healthy profit margin of 15.7%
- Dividend yield of 3.41% provides consistent income on top of price appreciation
- Low beta of 0.38 — less volatile than the market, suitable for conservative portfolios
- High debt-to-equity of 161.50× increases financial risk, especially with elevated interest rates
- Current ratio below 1 (0.66×) — short-term liabilities exceed current assets
Verdict
Strong Buy
Multiple fundamental strengths with few red flags. Long-term buyers may find this compelling.
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Fair Value Estimates
Current price: $125.05
Graham Number
√(22.5 × EPS × Book Value)
$100.27
Benjamin Graham's intrinsic value formula. Assumes a fair stock trades at no more than 22.5× the product of EPS and book value per share.
Bazin Ceiling Price
Avg. Annual DPS (5Y) ÷ 6%
$67.67
Décio Bazin's dividend-based ceiling. The max price you should pay so that dividends alone deliver at least 6% annual yield on your cost basis.
These are simplified estimates. Not financial advice.
Buy & Hold Checklist
Quality criteria for long-term holding
7/10
70% score
Pays dividends
15Y hist.15+ years of dividend history
Dividend consistency (5Y+)
15 yrsUninterrupted dividend payments for at least 5 years
ROE above 10%
9.7%Return on equity — measures how efficiently capital is used
Positive profit margin
15.7%Net profit margin must be positive — company earns more than it spends
Revenue growth (annual)
+11.3%Annual revenue must be growing compared to the prior year
Earnings growth (annual)
+12.0%Annual earnings must be growing compared to the prior year
Debt/Equity below 2×
161.50×Low financial leverage reduces risk of distress
Current ratio above 1
0.66×Short-term assets must cover short-term liabilities
Daily liquidity above $5M
$420M/dayHigh trading volume ensures easy entry and exit
Dividend yield above 0%
3.41%Stock must distribute income to shareholders
Financials
Revenue & Results
Key Statistics
Earnings
Next Earnings
Aug 4, 2026
41
days
EPS (TTM)
$6.50
P/E (TTM)
19.2
Fwd P/E
17.4
SEC Filings & Reported Financials
Earnings History
SEC EDGAR · official filings
SEC Filings
Official EDGAR documents
Insider Transactions
SEC Form 4 · officers, directors & 10% owners
Dividends & Income
Dividends
Current DY
3.41%
5Y Avg Annual
$3.7060
Last Payment
$1.0650
Ex-Date
05/15/2026
Annual dividends paid per share
| Ex-Date | Payment | Amount | Est. DY |
|---|---|---|---|
Latest05/15/2026 | 06/16/2026 | $1.0650 | 3.41% |
02/13/2026 | 03/17/2026 | $1.0650 | 3.41% |
11/14/2025 | 12/16/2025 | $1.0650 | 3.41% |
08/15/2025 | 09/16/2025 | $1.0650 | 3.41% |
05/16/2025 | 06/17/2025 | $1.0450 | 3.34% |
02/14/2025 | 03/18/2025 | $1.0450 | 3.34% |
11/15/2024 | 12/17/2024 | $1.0450 | 3.34% |
08/16/2024 | 09/17/2024 | $1.0450 | 3.34% |
Magic Number
Shares needed to self-fund your next purchase
$125.05
Price
$1.0650
Last div. (quarterly)
118
shares
Own 118 DUK shares ($14,755.90) and each quarterly dividend pays for 1 new share — the snowball runs on its own.
Investment target
$14,755.90
New shares / year
+4 shares
Tools & Simulators
If You Had Invested…
Hypothetical return based on historical prices
* Dividend reinvestment calculated at ex-date price. For informational purposes only.
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About Duke Energy Corporation
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.
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Utilities - Regulated Electric
Location
Charlotte, United States
Employees
26,441
DUK — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) a good stock to buy in 2026?
Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) shows strengths such as revenue growth of 11% and a strong 16% net margin, while risks include high leverage (debt/equity of 161.5). Whether DUK is a good buy in 2026 depends on your time horizon and risk tolerance — review the full bull case, bear case and fair-value estimates above. This is informational analysis, not financial advice.
What is DUK's stock price today?
Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) trades at $125.05, up 1.24% on the session. Prices on this page update throughout the trading day.
Does DUK pay a dividend?
Yes. Duke Energy Corporation pays an annual dividend of $4.26 per share, a dividend yield of 3.41%. The most recent ex-dividend date was May 15, 2026. Its payout ratio is about 65% of earnings.
Is DUK overvalued?
With a P/E ratio of 19.2×, DUK trades at a roughly market-average valuation for the utilities sector. Its PEG ratio is 2.62. See the Fair Value Estimates section above for Graham Number and dividend-based price targets.
What is DUK's market cap?
Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) has a market capitalization of $97.49 billion, classifying it as a large-cap stock in the Utilities sector.
Disclaimer: This page — including any buy/hold/avoid view, fair value or price estimate — is generated from market data for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment or trading advice. Data may be delayed or inaccurate. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decision.