AXIA Energia (AXIA)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
AXIA
AXIA Energia
$10.22
0.00%
UTILITIES · Cap: $23.29B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$126.51
+2.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $99.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AXIA Energia generates 36% more annual revenue ($44.57B vs $32.80B). AXIA leads profitability with a 27.1% profit margin vs 16.0%. DUK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.37. AXIA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
AXIA
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
DUK
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-26.4%
Fair Value
$9.12
Current Price
$10.22
$1.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-89.7%
Fair Value
$67.16
Current Price
$126.51
$59.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 43.8%
Earnings expanding 1141.0% YoY
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.1% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AXIA
The strongest argument for AXIA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.1% and operating margin at 43.8%.
Bull Case : DUK
The strongest argument for DUK centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.0% and operating margin at 27.5%.
Bear Case : AXIA
The primary concerns for AXIA are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXIA profiles as a mature stock while DUK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DUK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
AXIA is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
AXIA generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AXIA scores higher overall (76/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 27.1% 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.
AXIA Energia
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Centrais Eltricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobrs, engages in the generation, transmission, and commercialization of electricity in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Duke Energy Corporation is an American electric power and natural gas holding company headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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