Dell Technologies Inc (DELL)vsDuke Energy Corporation (DUK)
DELL
Dell Technologies Inc
$208.95
+1.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $135.86B
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$129.55
+2.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $100.82B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Dell Technologies Inc generates 257% more annual revenue ($113.54B vs $31.79B). DUK leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs 5.2%. DELL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. DELL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B+).
DELL
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
DUK
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+80.7%
Fair Value
$643.68
Current Price
$208.95
$434.73 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
Every $100 of equity generates 44 in profit
Revenue surging 39.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 57.3% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
5.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 2.2%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DELL
The strongest argument for DELL centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 39.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : DELL
The primary concerns for DELL are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin.
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
DELL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while DUK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
DELL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
DELL is growing revenue faster at 39.5% — sustainability is the question.
DELL generates stronger free cash flow (4.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DELL scores higher overall (75/100 vs 59/100) and 39.5% revenue growth. 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.
Dell Technologies Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Dell Technologies Inc. designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and supports information technology solutions, products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Round Rock, Texas.
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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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