Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR (BBVA)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
BBVA
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
$22.22
-2.67%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $128.65B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 0% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $32.61B). BBVA leads profitability with a 33.1% profit margin vs 15.7%. BBVA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. BBVA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
BBVA
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 33 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBVA
The strongest argument for BBVA centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.1% and operating margin at 54.9%. Revenue growth of 11.9% 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 : BBVA
The primary concerns for BBVA are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.56 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
BBVA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
BBVA is growing revenue faster at 11.9% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
BBVA scores higher overall (69/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 33.1% margins and 11.9% 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.
Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, SA provides retail banking, wholesale banking, asset management and private banking services. The company is headquartered in Bilbao, Spain.
Duke Energy Corporation
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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