Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1994 to 2025
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EPS Growth Rates (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31.6% | 26.6% | 15.4% |
| 2024 | 50.1% | 26.1% | 14.9% |
| 2023 | 47.3% | 24.3% | 14.8% |
| 2022 | 45.1% | 20.9% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | 48.6% | 22.3% | 15.9% |
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Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) Earnings Overview
As of March 2, 2026, Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $4.99B, reflecting +0.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $6.42 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 0.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, DUK's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +29.7%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $4.97B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Duke Energy Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 0.3%, operating margin of 0.3%, and net margin of 0.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to industry peers including XEL ($1.92B net income, 0.1% margin), ETR ($1.77B net income, 0.1% margin), PEG ($2.11B net income, 0.2% margin), DUK has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare DUK vs XEL →
Peer Comparison
Earnings metrics vs industry competitors
Historical Data
32 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4.97B | +10.2% | $8.58B | $6.31 | 15.4% | 26.6% |
| 2024 | $4.51B | +5.0% | $7.93B | $5.71 | 14.9% | 26.1% |
| 2023 | $4.30B | +68.5% | $7.07B | $5.43 | 14.8% | 24.3% |
| 2022 | $2.55B | -34.7% | $6.01B | $3.17 | 8.9% | 20.9% |
| 2021 | $3.91B | +183.8% | $5.50B | $4.94 | 15.9% | 22.3% |
| 2020 | $1.38B | -63.3% | $4.57B | $1.72 | 5.9% | 19.6% |
| 2019 | $3.75B | +40.6% | $5.71B | $5.06 | 14.9% | 22.8% |
| 2018 | $2.67B | -12.8% | $4.68B | $3.77 | 10.9% | 19.1% |
| 2017 | $3.06B | +14.7% | $5.63B | $4.36 | 13.0% | 23.9% |
| 2016 | $2.67B | -6.8% | $5.20B | $3.11 | 11.7% | 22.9% |
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Start ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
Is DUK growing earnings?
DUK EPS of $6.42 reflects slowing growth at +0.1%, below the 5-year CAGR of +29.7%. TTM net income is $5.0B. Expansion rate has moderated.
What are DUK's profit margins?
Duke Energy Corporation net margin is +0.2%, with operating margin at +0.3%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are DUK's earnings?
DUK earnings data spans 1994-2025. The current earnings trend is +0.1% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.