Comparisons › SO / DUK
Southern vs Duke Energy: comparing SO and DUK stock
12-month growth, from 100━ SO +4.6% ━ DUK +7.8%
| Metric | SO | DUK |
|---|---|---|
| Price, $ | 93.34 | 130.08 |
| Year to date | +8.8% | +12.9% ● |
| 12 months | +4.6% | +7.8% ● |
| From 52-week high | −6.0% | −2.4% ● |
| vs 200-day average | +1.3% | +4.9% ● |
| P/E | 20.3 | 19.5 |
| Dividend yield | 3.24% | 3.41% ● |
| Revenue growth, YoY | +6.4% ● | +6.3% |
| Operating income growth | +3.3% | +5.3% ● |
| Operating margin | 27.0% | 27.0% ● |
| Gross margin | 48.3% | 52.0% ● |
| Market cap | $107.4B | $101.4B |
| Next earnings | Nov 5, 2026 | Nov 5, 2026 |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which is better to buy: Southern or Duke Energy?
We do not advise what to buy. By the numbers: Duke Energy rose more over the year (+7.8%); Duke Energy is closer to its 52-week high; Duke Energy has the higher operating margin; Southern is growing revenue faster; Duke Energy has the lower P/E. How to weigh such signs is covered in «How to analyse a stock».
Can I buy both?
Yes. Many hold several companies in one industry to avoid depending on one. A broad index fund often already holds the largest US companies.
When do they report?
Southern — Nov 5, 2026; Duke Energy — Nov 5, 2026.