Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsOrmat Technologies Inc (ORA)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$119.42
+0.04%
UTILITIES · Cap: $93.11B
ORA
Ormat Technologies Inc
$94.89
-1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 2660% more annual revenue ($32.80B vs $1.19B). DUK leads profitability with a 16.0% profit margin vs 10.7%. DUK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.22. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
DUK
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
ORA
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-79.6%
Fair Value
$66.50
Current Price
$119.42
$52.92 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ORA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.1% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DUK
The strongest argument for DUK centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.0% and operating margin at 27.5%.
Bull Case : ORA
The strongest argument for ORA centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : DUK
The primary concerns for DUK are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : ORA
The primary concerns for ORA are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 52.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ORA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.90 — expect wider price swings.
ORA is growing revenue faster at 10.6% — sustainability is the question.
ORA generates stronger free cash flow (-87M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
DUK scores higher overall (63/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 16.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Visit Website →Ormat Technologies Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
Ormat Technologies, Inc. is engaged in the geothermal and recovered energy business in the United States, Indonesia, Kenya, Turkey, Chile, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Ethiopia, New Zealand, Honduras and internationally. The company is headquartered in Reno, Nevada.
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