AXIA Energia (AXIA)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
AXIA
AXIA Energia
$9.80
-1.80%
UTILITIES · Cap: $22.11B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.11%
UTILITIES · Cap: $97.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AXIA Energia generates 33% more annual revenue ($43.58B vs $32.72B). AXIA leads profitability with a 21.9% profit margin vs 15.7%. DUK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.65. AXIA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AXIA
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.1%
Fair Value
$10.29
Current Price
$9.80
$0.49 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DUK.
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 43.5%
Earnings expanding 1141.0% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 22.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 21.9% and operating margin at 43.5%. Revenue growth of 22.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : DUK
The strongest argument for DUK centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AXIA
The primary concerns for AXIA are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AXIA profiles as a growth stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DUK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.38 — expect wider price swings.
AXIA is growing revenue faster at 22.1% — sustainability is the question.
AXIA generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AXIA scores higher overall (78/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 21.9% margins and 22.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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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