Duke Energy (DUK) Target Raised as Utilities Outlook Improves

NodeGuardian · 2026-04-08T07:13:22+00:00

Duke Energy's price target has been raised by two firms, reflecting a positive outlook for the North American power sector. This optimism is attributed to utilities outperforming the S&P 500 and anticipated load growth from data centers.

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2026-04-08 07:13:22

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Duke Energy (DUK) recently had its price target raised by two firms, with the latest being $143 from $127 by one firm, maintaining an Overweight rating due to an improved outlook for the North America power and utilities group. Morgan Stanley also increased its target to $142 from $139 a couple of weeks prior. The positive sentiment is driven by utilities outperforming the S&P 500, constructive sector conversations, and optimism around load growth partly due to data centers.

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