Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsEOG Resources Inc (EOG)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
EOG
EOG Resources Inc
$140.93
+0.09%
ENERGY · Cap: $73.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 39% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $23.57B). EOG leads profitability with a 23.3% profit margin vs 15.7%. EOG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. EOG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
EOG
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DUK.
Margin of Safety
+39.3%
Fair Value
$226.89
Current Price
$140.93
$85.96 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : EOG
The strongest argument for EOG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.3% and operating margin at 37.9%. Revenue growth of 15.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : EOG
The primary concerns for EOG are Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DUK profiles as a mature stock while EOG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
DUK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.40 — expect wider price swings.
EOG is growing revenue faster at 15.6% — sustainability is the question.
EOG generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EOG scores higher overall (80/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 23.3% margins and 15.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
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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ENERGY · OIL & GAS E&P · USA
EOG Resources, Inc. is an American energy company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in the Heritage Plaza building in Houston, Texas.
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