DUKNEUTRAL

EV/EBITDA

11.6x

Updated 75h ago

Sector Performance

38th percentile

DUK

11.6x

Sector Median

13.7x

Sector Avg

18.4x

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Deep Analysis

Duke Energy's current EV/EBITDA of 11.6x measures its enterprise value relative to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization—a common valuation yardstick that helps investors assess whether a stock is cheap or expensive compared to its profits.

This figure sits below the sector median of 13.6x, placing the company at the 38th percentile among its utility peers, meaning it is valued lower than most of them. The year-over-year change is N/A, the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, and the trend direction over the last eight quarters is also N/A, so no movement data is available to evaluate. Because the current level is below the sector median, there may be a valuation opportunity if the discount is unjustified, but the absence of trend information prevents any judgment on momentum or stability. This metric partly supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the below-median EV/EBITDA suggests relative undervaluation, but without trend context, it does not provide enough conviction to shift the rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about DUK?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

Who are DUK's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: LSPD (-24.2x), BRZE (-24.5x), EVGO (-25.7x), NIO (-36.8x), SNAP (-38.8x).

The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.