Comcast Corp (CMCSA)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
CMCSA
Comcast Corp
$27.04
+1.05%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $96.59B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$129.55
+2.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $100.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Comcast Corp generates 294% more annual revenue ($125.28B vs $31.79B). DUK leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 15.0%. DUK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.68. CMCSA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
CMCSA
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.7%
Fair Value
$107.32
Current Price
$27.04
$80.28 discount
Margin of Safety
-64.7%
Fair Value
$78.65
Current Price
$129.55
$50.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Generating 4.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 32.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMCSA
The strongest argument for CMCSA centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Market Cap.
Bull Case : DUK
The strongest argument for DUK centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 28.1%.
Bear Case : CMCSA
The primary concerns for CMCSA are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMCSA profiles as a value stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMCSA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
CMCSA generates stronger free cash flow (4.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMCSA scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100). Both earn "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.
Comcast Corp
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
Comcast Corporation is an American telecommunications conglomerate headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the second-largest broadcasting and cable television company in the world by revenue (behind AT&T), the largest pay-TV company, the largest cable TV company and largest home Internet service provider in the United States, and the nation's third-largest home telephone service provider. Comcast provides services to U.S. residential and commercial customers in 40 states and in the District of Columbia. As the parent company of the international media company NBCUniversal since 2011, Comcast is a producer of feature films and television programs intended for theatrical exhibition and over-the-air and cable television broadcast, respectively.
Visit Website →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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