Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
DUK
Duke Energy Corporation
$124.22
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $94.40B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$88.72
+1.78%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Duke Energy Corporation generates 1739% more annual revenue ($32.72B vs $1.78B). SWX leads profitability with a 26.1% profit margin vs 15.7%. SWX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. DUK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
DUK
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SWX
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
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%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 21.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.1% and operating margin at 37.9%.
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 : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DUK profiles as a mature stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SWX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.58 — expect wider price swings.
DUK is growing revenue faster at 11.3% — sustainability is the question.
SWX generates stronger free cash flow (-47M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DUK scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.3% 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.
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 →Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. purchases, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada and California. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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