Duke Energy Reports Strong 2025 Results, Raises 2026 EPS Guidance, and Extends Long-Term Growth

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Duke Energy Corporation announced full-year 2025 adjusted EPS of $6.31, exceeding its guidance midpoint, and provided 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $6.55 to $6.80, while extending its 5% to 7% long-term growth rate through 2030.

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• Exceeded 2025 Full-Year EPS Guidance

  Reported and adjusted EPS of $6.31 for 2025, closing above the guidance midpoint of $6.30.

• Introduced Higher 2026 EPS Guidance

  Set 2026 adjusted EPS guidance at $6.55 to $6.80, indicating expected growth.

• Extended Long-Term Growth Outlook

  Reaffirmed and extended its 5% to 7% adjusted EPS growth rate through 2030.

• Significant Capital Investment Plan

  Detailed a $103 billion five-year capital plan projected to drive 9.6% earnings base growth through 2030.

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The filing highlights Duke Energy's strong financial performance in 2025, with full-year adjusted EPS surpassing expectations. Despite a slight decline in fourth-quarter adjusted EPS compared to the prior year, the company provided an optimistic outlook with increased 2026 EPS guidance and a reaffirmed long-term growth rate. The substantial $103 billion five-year capital plan and anticipated demand from AI and advanced manufacturing are expected to drive significant earnings base growth, reinforcing the company's strategic position and future prospects.