Duke Energy Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

DUK Stock  USD 120.12  1.91  1.62%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on Duke Energy is Buy with 10 hold recommendations. The current projected Duke Energy target price consensus is 123.48 with 20 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways Duke Energy analysts use to provide buy-or-sell recommendation to the public are conference calls analysis and financial statements evaluations. Some experts can also talk to Duke Energy vendors, executives, and/or customers. Duke Energy recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected Duke Energy target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation. Check out Macroaxis Advice on Duke Energy to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
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Lowest Forecast
112.36
Highest Forecast
137.06
Target Price
123.48
At this time, Duke Energy's Gross Profit is quite stable compared to the past year. Gross Profit Margin is expected to rise to 1.03 this year, although the value of Pretax Profit Margin will most likely fall to 0.11. At this time, Duke Energy's Other Current Assets are quite stable compared to the past year. Total Liabilities is expected to rise to about 141.8 B this year, although the value of Short and Long Term Debt Total will most likely fall to about 8.4 B.
  
It's important to approach Duke Energy's target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.

Duke Energy Target Price Consensus

Duke target price is determined by taking all analyst projections and averaging them out. There is no one specific way to measure analysts' performance other than comparing it to past results via a very sophisticated attribution analysis. Duke Energy's target price projections below should be used in combination with other traditional price prediction techniques such as stock price forecasting, investor sentiment analysis, technical analysis, earnings estimate, and various momentum models.
   20  Buy
Most Duke analysts issue ratings four times a year, at intervals of three months. Ratings are usually accompanied by a target price to help potential investors understand Duke stock's fair price compared to its market value. Analysts arrive at stock ratings after researching the public financial statements of Duke Energy, talking to its executives and customers, or listening to those companies' conference calls.
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Duke Energy Target Price Projection

Duke Energy's current and average target prices are 120.12 and 123.48, respectively. The current price of Duke Energy is the price at which Duke Energy is currently trading. On the other hand, Duke Energy's target price is what analysts think the stock is worth or could sell for in the future. The more significant the discrepancy between the two prices, the more it stimulates investors to act.

Current Price

Duke Energy Market Quote on 15th of March 2025

Low Price117.54Odds
High Price120.4Odds

120.12

Target Price

Analyst Consensus On Duke Energy Target Price

Low Estimate112.36Odds
High Estimate137.06Odds

123.4777

Historical Lowest Forecast  112.36 Target Price  123.48 Highest Forecast  137.06
Note that most analysts generally publish their price targets in research reports on specific companies, along with recommendations for the company's stock.Although price targets are often quoted in the financial news media, there could be a delay between the publication of the latest analyst outlook on Duke Energy and the information provided on this page.

Duke Energy Analyst Ratings

Duke Energy's analyst stock recommendations are determined by taking an average estimate of all analysts we track and classifying them as Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Strong Sell, or Sell. Ratings generally communicate what analysts sense about Duke Energy stock, and they use a lot of effort and time to analyze it and arrive at a rating. That suggests that analyst recommendations are the outcome of an objective and thorough examination of Duke Energy's financials, market performance, and future outlook by experienced professionals. Duke Energy's historical ratings below, therefore, can serve as a valuable tool for investors.

Analyst Consensus Breakdown

Average Consensus Estimates

Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize Duke Energy price targets

Duke Energy's stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using Duke Energy's target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at Duke Energy's target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if Duke Energy's stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional Duke Energy Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of Duke Energy is a key component of Duke Energy valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a Duke Energy.
Sophisticated investors, who have witnessed many market ups and downs, anticipate that the market will even out over time. This tendency of Duke Energy's price to converge to an average value over time is called mean reversion. However, historically, high market prices usually discourage investors that believe in mean reversion to invest, while low prices are viewed as an opportunity to buy.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
118.92120.04121.16
Details
Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
108.11123.94125.06
Details
Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
1.401.501.64
Details

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When determining whether Duke Energy is a good investment, qualitative aspects like company management, corporate governance, and ethical practices play a significant role. A comparison with peer companies also provides context and helps to understand if Duke Stock is undervalued or overvalued. This multi-faceted approach, blending both quantitative and qualitative analysis, forms a solid foundation for making an informed investment decision about Duke Energy Stock. Highlighted below are key reports to facilitate an investment decision about Duke Energy Stock:
Check out Macroaxis Advice on Duke Energy to cross-verify analyst projections. Unlike analyst recommendations, Macroaxis provides advice only from the perspective of investor risk tolerance and investment horizon.
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