Duke Energy Corporation (DUK)

NYSE: DUK · Real-Time Price · USD
125.07
+0.17 (0.14%)
May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT - Market closed
Market Cap97.50B +4.1%
Revenue (ttm)32.72B +7.2%
Net Income5.08B +7.8%
EPS6.52 +8.1%
Shares Out 779.60M
PE Ratio19.23
Forward PE18.53
Dividend$4.26 (3.41%)
Ex-Dividend DateMay 15, 2026
Volume3,338,335
Open125.00
Previous Close124.90
Day's Range123.85 - 125.83
52-Week Range111.22 - 134.49
Beta0.40
AnalystsBuy
Price Target136.92 (+9.48%)
Earnings DateMay 5, 2026

About DUK

Duke Energy Corporation, through its subsidiaries, operates as an energy company in the United States. The company operates through two segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure (EU&I); and Gas Utilities and Infrastructure (GU&I). The EU&I segment generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity to customers in the Southeast and Midwest regions. It generates electricity through coal, hydroelectric, natural gas, oil, renewables, and nuclear fuel. This segment also engages in the wholesale of electricity to municipalities, electric ... [Read more]

Sector Utilities
Founded 1904
Employees 26,441
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol DUK
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Duke Energy's revenue was $31.79 billion, an increase of 6.20% compared to the previous year's $29.93 billion. Earnings were $4.91 billion, an increase of 11.25%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 14 analysts, the average rating for DUK stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $136.92, which is an increase of 9.48% from the latest price.

Price Target
$136.92
(9.48% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Duke Energy submits application for DOE loans

Duke Energy (DUK) submitted an application for loans from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that represent potentially billions of dollars in customer savings as the company strengthens the electric...

1 day ago - TheFly

Duke Energy price target raised to $140 from $139 at Evercore ISI

Evercore ISI raised the firm’s price target on Duke Energy (DUK) to $140 from $139 and keeps an In Line rating on the shares.

1 day ago - TheFly

Duke Energy applies for Department of Energy loans that represent potentially billions of dollars in customer savings

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy today announced it submitted an application for loans from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that represent potentially billions of dollars ...

1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy announces dividend payments to shareholders

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) today declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $1.065 per share.

5 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy Transcript: AGM 2026

Shareholders elected all directors and approved auditor and executive compensation proposals, but did not pass the elimination of supermajority voting. Strategic investments, cost management, and decarbonization progress were highlighted, with robust Q&A on affordability, compensation, and nuclear plans.

5 days ago - Transcripts

Duke Energy price target raised to $139 from $130 at Mizuho

Mizuho raised the firm’s price target on Duke Energy (DUK) to $139 from $130 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.

6 days ago - TheFly

Duke Energy Beats on Profits and Revenue, But Is Not Raising Guidance

Duke Energy's CFO Brian Savoy joins Bloomberg Open Interest to break down a strong earnings beat and explains why the company isn't raising guidance yet. He reveals how AI data center demand is reshap...

7 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Duke Energy Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 adjusted EPS rose to $1.93, driven by infrastructure investments and strong economic development, with over $5B in customer benefits announced. Guidance for 2026 EPS and long-term growth reaffirmed, supported by robust capital allocation and regulatory progress.

7 days ago - Transcripts

Duke Energy tops profit, revenue estimates on rate recovery, weather boost

Utility Duke Energy exceeded Wall Street expectations for first-quarter profit and revenue on Tuesday, supported by the recovery of rate-based ​infrastructure investments and favorable weather.

7 days ago - Reuters

Duke Energy reports first-quarter 2026 financial results

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) has posted its first-quarter 2026 financial results in a news release available on the company's website at the following link: duk...

7 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy reports Q1 adjusted EPS $1.93, consensus $1.80

Reports Q1 revenue $9.18B, consensus $8.49B. “We’re advancing the economies of the states we serve by making the right investments at the right time in a way that delivers value…

7 days ago - TheFly

Duke Energy backs FY26 adjusted EPS view $6.55-$6.80, consensus $6.70

Backs long-term adjusted EPS growth rate of 5%-7% through 2030 off the 2025 midpoint of $6.30, with confidence to earn in the top half of the range beginning in 2028.

7 days ago - TheFly

Duke Energy finalizes two initiatives to deliver more than $5 billion in cost-saving benefits to customers

Estimated $2.3 billion in savings for customers expected from combination of Carolinas utilities Safe, reliable, low-cost power plant operations and new investments to deliver up to $3.1 billion in ta...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

South Carolina customers projected to benefit from billions in long-term savings from approved combination of Duke Energy utilities

Agreement approved by the Public Service Commission of South Carolina outlines guaranteed savings and long-term cost reductions GREENVILLE, S.C., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- South Carolina customer...

12 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy Foundation invests $275,000 in nonprofits supporting Floridians' most essential needs

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $275,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations that are helping meet Floridians' most basic, essential needs and inc...

14 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy commits $1 million to strengthen nonprofits helping North Carolina customers meet essential needs

$500,000 will be awarded to 20 nonprofits supporting seniors – applications open through May 29 Additional $500,000 to support Share the Light Fund ® agencies statewide CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 27, 2026...

15 days ago - PRNewsWire

NRC renews operating license for Duke Energy’s Robinson Nuclear Plant

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, or NRC, has renewed the operating license for Duke Energy’s (DUK) Robinson Nuclear Plant for an additional 20 years, extending the plant’s ability to deliver…

19 days ago - TheFly

Robinson Nuclear Plant receives approval from U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission to continue operating until 2050

License extension supports growing energy demand, helps keep customer costs as low as possible Extended operation provides significant economic benefits for Pee Dee region Editor's note: Visit the Duk...

19 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy invests nearly $620,000 to strengthen North Carolina's natural spaces, resilience and community pride this Earth Day

29 grants support conservation, environmental resilience and local park projects across the state as part of Earth Day and America250 efforts CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This Earth...

19 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy Foundation announces first round of America250 grants to strengthen and protect South Carolina green spaces

Funding celebrates Earth Day with $275,000 for trees, trails and parks projects GREENVILLE, S.C., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To strengthen communities across South Carolina as the nation approache...

20 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy price target lowered to $141 from $142 at Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley lowered the firm’s price target on Duke Energy (DUK) to $141 from $142 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm is updating the price targets…

21 days ago - TheFly

Powering Reliability: Duke Energy lineworkers sharpen skills at Carolinas Lineman's regional rodeo

30 regional winners advance to the International Lineman's Rodeo this fall, reinforcing the skills customers rely on for safe, reliable power NEW HILL, N.C., April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy...

21 days ago - PRNewsWire

Duke Energy price target raised to $136 from $135 at Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo analyst Shahriar Pourreza raised the firm’s price target on Duke Energy (DUK) to $136 from $135 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. Following conversations with…

21 days ago - TheFly

Duke Energy initiated with a Buy at Truist

Truist analyst Richard Sunderland initiated coverage of Duke Energy (DUK) with a Buy rating and $142 price target The firm launched coverage of 20 names in the power and utilities…

22 days ago - TheFly

Duke Energy Foundation announces first round of America250 grants to strengthen Florida communities

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To strengthen communities across Florida as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $22,500 to five non...

26 days ago - PRNewsWire