Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1994 to 2025
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Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of March 1, 2026, Duke Energy Corporation (DUK) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.7x, with a stock price of $130.85 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $6.42.
The current P/E is 29% below its 5-year average of 29.3x. Over the past five years, DUK's P/E has ranged from a low of 18.0x to a high of 60.5x, placing the current valuation at the 35th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Utilities sector median P/E of 21.0x, DUK is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 108 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 171.6x.
The PEG ratio of 0.70 (P/E divided by 11% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, DUK trades at a notable discount to the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.2x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
Peer Comparison
P/E metrics vs. Electric and gas combination utilities peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
DUKDuke Energy Corporation | $102B | 20.7 | 0.70Best | +11% |
XELXcel Energy Inc. | $49B | 24.2 | 4.46 | +7% |
ETREntergy Corporation | $48B | 27.4 | 10.81 | +60% |
WECWEC Energy Group, Inc. | $38B | 24.2 | 4.87 | +0% |
AEEAmeren Corporation | $31B | 21.2 | 2.39 | +21% |
FTSFortis Inc. | $29B | 23.1 | 4.60 | +5% |
ESEversource Energy | $29B | 33.6 | - | +279%Best |
EDConsolidated Edison, Inc. | $26B | 20.0Lowest | 1.74 | +8% |
DTEDTE Energy Company | $21B | 21.0 | - | +4% |
LNTAlliant Energy Corporation | $19B | 26.9 | 9.23 | -3% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
Historical P/E Data
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q3 | $123.75 | $6.36 | 19.5x | +11% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $118.00 | $6.12 | 19.3x | +10% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $121.97 | $6.00 | 20.3x | +16% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $107.74 | $5.68 | 19.0x | +8% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $115.30 | $5.57 | 20.7x | +18% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $100.23 | $5.57 | 18.0x | +2% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $96.71 | $4.15 | 23.3x | +33% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $97.04 | $3.72 | 26.1x | +48% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $88.26 | $1.46 | 60.5x | +244% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $89.74 | $1.70 | 52.8x | +200% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $96.47 | $3.13 | 30.8x | +75% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $102.99 | $3.20 | 32.2x | +83% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.6x
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Is DUK stock overvalued or undervalued?
DUK trades at 20.7x P/E, below its 5-year average of 29.3x. At the 35th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does DUK's valuation compare to peers?
Duke Energy Corporation P/E of 20.7x compares to sector median of 21.0x. The discount suggests lower growth expectations or higher risk.
What is DUK's PEG ratio?
DUK PEG ratio is 0.70. Below 1.0 indicates valuation is supported by earnings growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1994-2025.