Duke Energy
About: Duke Energy is one of the largest US utilities, with regulated utilities in the Carolinas, Indiana, Florida, Ohio, and Kentucky that deliver electricity to more than 8 million customers. Its natural gas utilities serve more than 1.6 million customers.
Employees: 26,413
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Funds holding %
of 7,425 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 7 analysts
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
119% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 256 | Existing positions closed: 117
22% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 877 | Existing positions reduced: 718
19% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $495M | Put options by funds: $414M
16% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 19 [Q3] → 22 (+3) [Q4]
5% more funds holding
Funds holding: 2,045 [Q3] → 2,148 (+103) [Q4]
0.85% less ownership
Funds ownership: 66.86% [Q3] → 66.0% (-0.85%) [Q4]
6% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $58.6B [Q3] → $54.9B (-$3.68B) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
7 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$121
1%
downside
Avg. target
$127
4%
upside
High target
$135
11%
upside
7 analyst ratings
4 positive
57%
3 neutral
43%
0 negative
0%
BMO Capital James Thalacker 78% 1-year accuracy 59 / 76 met price target | 1%upside $123 | Outperform Maintained | 10 Apr 2025 |
Barclays Nicholas Campanella 58% 1-year accuracy 46 / 80 met price target | 1%upside $123 | Overweight Maintained | 8 Apr 2025 |
UBS Ross Fowler 54% 1-year accuracy 13 / 24 met price target | 4%upside $127 | Neutral Maintained | 21 Mar 2025 |
Morgan Stanley Stephen Byrd 56% 1-year accuracy 60 / 108 met price target | 5%upside $128 | Equal-Weight Maintained | 20 Mar 2025 |
JP Morgan Jeremy Tonet 63% 1-year accuracy 25 / 40 met price target | 1%downside $121 | Neutral Maintained | 11 Mar 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 27 articles about DUK published over the past 30 days
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
4 hours ago
Why Duke Energy (DUK) Outpaced the Stock Market Today
Duke Energy (DUK) closed at $122.02 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.26% move from the prior day.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
PPL vs. DUK: Which Utility Stock Makes a Stronger Investment Case?
PPL and DUK represent the energy sector's evolving landscape, with utilities progressively transitioning to cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
Duke Energy (DUK) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Duke Energy (DUK) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
Investors Heavily Search Duke Energy Corporation (DUK): Here is What You Need to Know
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Duke Energy (DUK) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 days ago
30 Duke Energy lineworkers from across Carolinas secure spots to compete at International Lineman's Rodeo this fall
Lineman's rodeo competitive events test essential on-the-job skills such as equipment repair and pole climbing Winners include lineworkers who supported Hurricane Helene response and restoration NEW HILL, N.C. , April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The air was electric, and the energy was tangible at a competition over the weekend where 30 Duke Energy lineworkers from across North Carolina and South Carolina took home top awards at the Carolinas Lineman's Rodeo – earning the opportunity to move on to one of the most prominent and celebrated lineworker events in the world.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
5 days ago
Is Duke Energy (DUK) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?
Neutral
PRNewsWire
6 days ago
Duke Energy Foundation commits $500,000 to support local environmental impact programs across North Carolina
Applications for funding will be accepted through June 30 for eligible nonprofit organizations CHARLOTTE, N.C. , April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy Foundation today announced a commitment of $500,000 in new funding designed to support local environmental impact programs across North Carolina.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
6 days ago
Duke Energy and GE Vernova announce significant arrangement for gas turbines and associated equipment
Innovative partnership provides clear path for Duke Energy to procure up to 11 American-produced GE Vernova natural gas turbines Partnership ensures Duke Energy will meet its customers' growing and evolving energy needs driven by economic development and AI growth CHARLOTTE, N.C. and CAMBRIDGE, Mass.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 week ago
Duke Energy marks Earth Month in South Carolina with $375,000 in grants to fight trash, promote tree planting, sustain trail access
Duke Energy Foundation funding goes to 24 nonprofit, governmental organizations across the state Grants support efforts that work to ensure future generations enjoy the tremendous benefits of the natural resources of the Palmetto State GREENVILLE, S.C. , April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout the month of April, Duke Energy is highlighting the importance of sustainability of our state's natural assets with $375,000 in grants to organizations that manage and provide support to state and local parks, tree planting and advocacy, trail maintenance and litter prevention.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
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