What Is DUK Fair Value?
Duke Energy (DUK) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of August 29, 2026, Duke Energy (DUK) has a composite fair value estimate of $109.68 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $120.25, suggesting the stock is fair value by 8.8%.
Data as of August 29, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Fair Value4 of 4 models$109.68
vs. current price of $120.25(-8.8%)
How Is DUK Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what DUK is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
DUK Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$113.15
-5.9%Fair Value
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
$138.68
+15.3%Undervalued
Inputs used
DUK Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$102.03
-15.2%Overvalued
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$67.11
-44.2%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $120.25 is 5.9% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $3.93B | $3.73B |
| Year 2 | $4.19B | $3.78B |
| Year 3 | $4.46B | $3.83B |
| Year 4 | $4.76B | $3.88B |
| Year 5 | $5.07B | $3.93B |
| Year 6 | $5.41B | $3.98B |
| Year 7 | $5.77B | $4.03B |
| Year 8 | $6.15B | $4.08B |
| Year 9 | $6.56B | $4.13B |
| Year 10 | $6.99B | $4.19B |
| Terminal Value | $259.98B | $155.76B |
What Are DUK's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$120.25
EPS (TTM)
$6.60
Forward P/E
16.8
Profit Margin
16.0%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
-4.5B
EBITDA
16.6B
Book Value
$68.95
Total Debt
92.2B
What Do Analysts Say About DUK?
Low
$129.00
Average
$137.28
High
$147.00
Upside
+14.2%
DUK Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of DUK?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), DUK's estimated fair value is $109.68. The stock is currently trading at $120.25, which makes it fair value by our analysis.
How is DUK's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is DUK overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, DUK is fair value. The current price of $120.25 is 8.8% above our estimated fair value of $109.68.
What do Wall Street analysts say about DUK?
18 analysts cover Duke Energy with a consensus rating of "Buy." The average price target is $137.28, ranging from $129.00 to $147.00. This implies 14.2% upside from the current price.