Duke Energy Corporation

NYSE: DUK

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121.59 USD

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5Y price score: 21

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10Y return: 95.7%

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113.9

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1.6 %

Dividend Yield TTM

3.5 %

Market cap $

$ 94,791

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18.3

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1.8

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Total return (price & dividends)

2.2 %

34.6 %

95.7 %

Free cash flow per share growth

(1,210.8) %

(51.1) %

(1,559.3) %

Earnings per share growth

10.4 %

266.9 %

55.8 %

Founded: 1,904

Employees: 26,413

Business Summary:Duke Energy Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an energy company in the United States. It operates through three segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, Gas Utilities and Infrastructure, and Commercial Renewables. The Electric Utilities and Infrastructure segment generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity in the Carolinas, Florida, and the Midwest; and uses coal, hydroelectric, natural gas, oil, renewable generation, and nuclear fuel to generate electricity. It also engages in the wholesale of electricity to municipalities, electric cooperative utilities, and load-serving entities. This segment serves approximately 8.2 million customers in 6 states in the Southeast and Midwest regions of the United States covering a service territory of approximately 91,000 square miles; and owns approximately 50,259 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. The Gas Utilities and Infrastructure segment distributes natural gas to residential, commercial, industrial, and power generation natural gas customers; and owns, operates, and invests in pipeline transmission and natural gas storage facilities. It has approximately 1.6 million customers, including 1.1 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, as well as 550,000 customers in southwestern Ohio and northern Kentucky. The Commercial Renewables segment acquires, owns, develops, builds, and operates wind and solar renewable generation projects, including nonregulated renewable energy and energy storage services to utilities, electric cooperatives, municipalities, and corporate customers. It has 23 wind, 178 solar, and 2 battery storage facilities, as well as 71 fuel cell locations with a capacity of 3,554 MW across 22 states. The company was formerly known as Duke Energy Holding Corp. and changed its name to Duke Energy Corporation in April 2005. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Latest Earnings Call Takeaways

2026 Q2 (Aug 4, 2026)

1) Financial Performance & Guidance
- Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for Q2 2026 were $1.43, up from $1.25 YoY.
- Duke Energy reaffirms its 2026 EPS guidance range of $6.55 to $6.80.
- Long-term EPS growth rate is projected at 5% to 7% through 2030, with confidence in achieving the top half of this range starting in 2028.
- Strong performance attributed to growth in Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, driven by infrastructure investments and customer growth.

2) Strategic Initiatives & Regulatory Updates
- A comprehensive settlement was reached with North Carolina Public Staff regarding the DEC rate case, including a 9.8% return on equity (ROE) and a 53% equity capital structure.
- Ongoing discussions for a similar settlement framework for the DEP rate case, with hearings scheduled for August 11.
- Innovative strategies, such as accelerated tax credit flowback for a Florida battery project, are being employed to offset future rate increases.

3) Operational Developments & Infrastructure Investments
- Duke Energy is on track to add 15 gigawatts of capacity by 2031, with significant construction of gas turbines and other generation assets.
- The company has secured 7.8 gigawatts of electric service agreements (ESAs) with data center customers, contributing to long-term load growth.
- The gas portfolio includes 5 gigawatts under construction and an additional 2.5 gigawatts in development, with proactive planning for gas supply and labor.

4) Challenges & Market Conditions
- Higher depreciation and interest expenses are impacting financial performance, though these are offset by strong demand and favorable weather conditions.
- Affordability remains a concern in Indiana, with ongoing discussions about large load projects and potential regulatory impacts.
- The company is evaluating the potential for new nuclear projects, focusing on mitigating financial risks before proceeding.

5) Investor Considerations & Future Outlook
- Duke Energy is committed to maintaining a strong balance sheet, targeting a funds from operations (FFO) to debt ratio of 14.5% for the year, with aspirations to reach 15% in the long term.
- The company has increased its quarterly dividend, marking over 20 years of consecutive annual increases, reflecting its commitment to shareholder returns.
- The transcript lacks specific figures on the progress of the gas supply planning and the timeline for new nuclear projects, which could impact future growth expectations.

Bottom line: Duke Energy is positioned for robust growth with strong financial performance and strategic investments, reaffirming its commitment to delivering value for shareholders while navigating regulatory challenges and market conditions.

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Duke Energy Corporation — Financial Overview, Stock Price, Market Cap

Duke Energy Corporation is a company. Founded in 1904. As of August 26, 2026, the company's market capitalization is $94791077640 with a current stock price of $121.59.