Duke Energy Corp EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
11.96
Enterprise Value
$185.89B
EBITDA (TTM)
$15.55B
Sector
Utilities
How It's Calculated
11.96 = $185.89B ÷ $15.55B
What This Means
Duke Energy Corp's EV/EBITDA of 12.0 is in a moderate range for Utilities.
About Duke Energy Corp
Duke Energy Corp (DUK) operates in the Utilities sector, specifically in Utilities. With a market capitalization of about $97.78B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $124.28, within a 52-week range of $113.90 to $134.49 (-7.6% from the high, +9.1% from the low). Beta of 0.37 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 15.5%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Duke Energy Corp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Utilities. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 11.96x EV/EBITDA, Duke Energy Corp (DUK) carries a mid-range EV/EBITDA multiple that investors often stack-rank within the sector. Enterprise value of about $185.89B and EBITDA near $15.55B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the DUK metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Utilities names on our S&P 100 coverage, Duke Energy Corp's EV/EBITDA of 11.96 can be compared with peers such as NEE (18.75), SO (13.67), AEP (12.95). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Utilities stocks.
Key Takeaways
- DUK is grouped in the Utilities sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.37 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 15.5% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is DUK's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Duke Energy Corp's ratio is about 11.96 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Utilities.
Is 11.96 high or low vs peers?
Among Utilities peers (e.g. NEE (18.75), SO (13.67), AEP (12.95)), DUK's 11.96 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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