NextEra Energy [NEE] vs Duke Energy [DUK] Detailed Stock Comparison
NextEra Energy
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Duke Energy
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: NextEra Energy wins in 8 metrics, Duke Energy wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Duke Energy appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | NextEra Energy | Duke Energy | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 25.23 | 20.57 | Duke Energy |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.94 | 1.96 | Duke Energy |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 152.94 | 170.00 | NextEra Energy |
| PEG Ratio | 19.68 | 19.83 | NextEra Energy |
| EV/EBITDA | 17.12 | 12.20 | Duke Energy |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 22.85% | 15.72% | NextEra Energy |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 33.85% | 24.23% | NextEra Energy |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 33.85% | 24.23% | NextEra Energy |
| Return on Equity | 7.59% | 9.59% | Duke Energy |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.71% | 2.83% | Duke Energy |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $4.75B | $48.00M | NextEra Energy |
| Dividend Yield | 2.25% | 2.72% | Duke Energy |
| 1-Year Return | -6.53% | 11.24% | Duke Energy |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 5.76 | 3.17 | Duke Energy |
| Enterprise Value | $250.71B | $187.59B | NextEra Energy |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 9.68 | 6.08 | Duke Energy |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 64.12% | 50.84% | NextEra Energy |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $13 | $40 | Duke Energy |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.87 | $6.11 | Duke Energy |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.62 | 0.34 | Duke Energy |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
NextEra Energy vs Duke Energy Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy | -0.23% | 2.86% | -0.07% | 5.99% | 3.89% | 1.12% |
| Duke Energy | -0.48% | 1.96% | 7.75% | 4.43% | 8.41% | 16.23% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy | -6.53% | -19.97% | 3.25% | 165.59% | 456.50% | 595.49% |
| Duke Energy | 11.24% | 13.68% | 52.56% | 64.11% | 145.60% | 155.41% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: NextEra Energy vs Duke Energy
| Metric | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $149.11B | $97.76B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 7,259,670 | 3,637,652 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 10,246,863 | 2,979,507 |
| Last Close | $72.41 | $125.32 |
| 52 Week Range | $61.72 - $86.10 | $105.20 - $127.85 |
| % from 52W High | -15.90% | -1.98% |
| All-Time High | $93.73 (Dec 27, 2021) | $127.85 (Aug 05, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -22.75% | -1.98% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.10% | 0.05% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.25% | 0.09% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.23% | 0.16% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.34% | 0.24% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.10% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 152.94 | 170.00 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $24.67 | $64.16 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.84 | $0.44 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $12.21B | $11.94B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-13,566,249,984 | $-1,614,125,056 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.25% | 2.72% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.61 | $3.12 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: NextEra Energy vs Duke Energy
| Metric | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 25.23 | 20.57 |
| Forward P/E | 19.68 | 19.83 |
| PEG Ratio | 19.68 | 19.83 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 5.76 | 3.17 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.94 | 1.96 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $149.11B | $97.76B |
| Enterprise Value | $250.71B | $187.59B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 9.68 | 6.08 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 17.12 | 12.20 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.62 | 0.34 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $24.67 | $64.16 |
Financial Statements Comparison: NextEra Energy vs Duke Energy
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $6.70B | $8.25B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $2.40B | $3.97B |
| Gross Profit | $4.30B | $4.28B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $1.89B | $2.34B |
| EBITDA | $4.07B | $4.17B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $1.38B | $1.60B |
| Income Tax | $-256.00M | $193.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $1.64B | $1.40B |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $2.42B | $475.00M |
| Total Current Assets | $12.65B | $12.78B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $22.86B | $16.63B |
| Long-Term Debt | $79.81B | $80.73B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $60.37B | $51.79B |
| Retained Earnings | $32.61B | $3.99B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $184.77B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $1.06B | $2.24B |
| Capital Expenditures | $-153.00M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $268.00M | $-971.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-3.70B | $-2.05B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 35.85M | 11.98M |
| Short Ratio | 2.97 | 4.15 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 7,259,670 | 3,637,652 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 10,246,863 | 2,979,507 |
| Shares Outstanding | 2.06B | 776.00M |
| Float Shares | 2.06B | 775.53M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.83% | 0.69% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: NextEra Energy vs Duke Energy
| Metric | NEE | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.61 | $3.12 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.25% | 2.72% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.63 | $3.39 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.68% | 1.00% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $4.90 | $10.18 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 28, 2025 | Feb 14, 2025 |