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Duke Energy
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Duke Energy

$130.40

-1.08%

Open $131.83·Prev $131.83

as of 13 Apr

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Power Core

Power Core in one sentence: Duke Energy's moat is the regulated monopoly franchise across six high-growth states, where the rate base compounds through mandatory capital investment and no competitor can legally or physically duplicate the grid.

Published1 Apr 2026
UniverseS&P 500
SectorUtilities

Direction of Movement

Upward, Powered by Load Growth and Regulatory Compounding

ROC 200

+14.6%

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Company Profile

Duke Energy Corporation operates as a major energy company in the United States through its subsidiaries. It functions across two primary segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, which generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity to approximately 8.6 million customers in the Southeast and Midwest regions; and Gas Utilities and Infrastructure, which serves more than 1.6 million natural gas customers. The company maintains regulated utilities in key states including the Carolinas, Indiana, Florida, Ohio, and Kentucky, positioning it as one of the largest utilities in the nation. Duke Energy Corporation plays a critical role in delivering reliable power and gas services to residential, commercial, and industrial users, supporting essential energy needs across diverse geographies. Its operations emphasize regulated electric and gas infrastructure, contributing significantly to the stability of regional energy markets. Founded in 1904 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Duke Energy Corporation remains a cornerstone of the U.S. utilities sector.

Sector

Utilities

Industry

Utilities - Regulated Electric

Employees

26,441

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