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Duke Energy

Duke Energy Corp. engages in the distribution of natural gas and energy related services. It operates through the following segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, Gas Utilities & Infrastructure and Commercial Renewables. The Electric Utilities and Infrastructure segment conducts operations in regulated electric utilities in the Carolinas, Florida and the Midwest. The Gas Utilities and Infrastructure segment focuses on Piedmont, natural gas local distribution companies in Ohio and Kentucky, and natural gas storage and midstream pipeline investments. The Commercial Renewables segment acquires, develops, builds, operates, and owns wind and solar renewable generation throughout the continental United States. The company was founded on April 30, 1904 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

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Duke Energy reports solid Q4 earnings, focuses on clean energy

Duke Energy's strong financial performance and commitment to clean energy transition are notable.
While facing regulatory challenges and undisclosed valuation details, the company maintains a focus on cost savings and customer satisfaction.
Exploration of emerging technologies presents opportunities for growth and innovation in meeting climate goals.
Overall, Duke Energy's strategic direction and financial stability position it well for future investments and sustainable growth.

Duke Energy reports Q1 earnings, focuses on renewables and grid

Duke Energy's Q1 performance reflects impact from weather conditions.
The company maintains its strategic focus on renewables and grid investments.
Challenges include weather-related impacts and moderated load growth.
Opportunities lie in long-term EPS growth, asset sales, and cost mitigation.

Duke Energy reports Q2 earnings, affirms growth strategy amid challenges

Duke Energy's Q2 performance reflects weather-related earnings impact.
Strengths in safety, reliability, and organic growth strategy stand out.
Challenges include weather vulnerabilities and balancing growth with costs.
Opportunities lie in regulated businesses, clean energy, and strategic investments.

Duke Energy reports solid Q3 earnings amidst operational advancements

Duke Energy's Q3 performance reflects growth and operational achievements, supported by regulatory progress and portfolio optimization.
While facing challenges from weather impacts and industrial volume fluctuations, the company remains focused on cost efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Opportunities lie in the company's strategic positioning with renewables, battery storage, and natural gas, alongside a positive outlook for industrial rebound in 2024.
Overall, Duke Energy's strong performance, commitment to growth, and focus on operational excellence position it well for future success.

Duke Energy meets 2023 targets, focuses on clean energy transition

Duke Energy's solid performance in 2023 sets the stage for growth. Emphasis on clean energy and customer growth presents opportunities. Challenges include transitioning away from coal and managing rate cases.

Duke Energy surpasses Q1 earnings, accelerates renewable investments

Duke Energy's strong Q1 performance and focus on renewables and natural gas highlight its resilience in the evolving energy landscape. Regulatory challenges and the need for balancing generation sources pose operational hurdles, but growth opportunities through economic development initiatives and financial strategies offer promising prospects.

Duke Energy reports solid Q2 earnings, poised for sustainable growth

Duke Energy's Q2 performance reflects steady progress towards their annual earnings guidance and long-term growth targets.
With a strategic capital plan, regulatory wins, and tech partnerships, the company is well-positioned for future success in the energy sector.
Challenges in execution and balancing investments with returns highlight the need for continued strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

Duke Energy navigates hurricane costs, eyes growth opportunities in Q3

Duke Energy faced earnings impact from hurricanes but remains resilient with a focus on long-term growth strategies.
The company's performance in restoring outages and monetizing tax credits showcases financial strength and strategic planning.
Challenges include managing hurricane costs, financing needs, and evaluating new projects while seizing opportunities for growth.
Overall, Duke Energy's outlook remains positive with a commitment to enhancing financials and advancing infrastructure investments.

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Duke Energy Corp. engages in the distribution of natural gas and energy related services. It operates through the following segments: Electric Utilities and Infrastructure, Gas Utilities and Infrastructure, and Other. The Electric Utilities and Infrastructure segment conducts operations in regulated electric utilities in the Carolinas, Florida and the Midwest. The Gas Utilities and Infrastructure segment focuses on Piedmont, natural gas local distribution companies in Ohio and Kentucky, and natural gas storage and midstream pipeline investments. The Other segment includes interest expense on holding company debt, unallocated corporate costs, and Bison which is a wholly owned captive insurance company. The company was founded on April 30, 1904 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Fifteen earn a spot to compete in Bonner Springs, Kan., against lineworkers from around the world PLAINFIELD, Ind.

Duke Energy Indiana's lineworkers show off skills to advance to International Lineman's Rodeo

Grants will provide storm kits for seniors, as well as equipment and training to aid in emergency preparedness and disaster response efforts ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.

Duke Energy equips Florida communities with storm kits, essential tools and more thanks to $300,000 in emergency preparedness grants

Latest decrease, due to lower projected demand costs, will be reflected beginning with customers' August 2023 bills Multiple drops in benchmark cost of natural gas earlier this year contribute to annual residential customer savings Video here: Understand how your natural gas bill works and what factors influence your monthly bill CHARLOTTE, N.C. , July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Piedmont Natural Gas received approval from the North Carolina Utilities Commission to reduce residential customer billing rates due to updated annual demand projections, to be reflected beginning with customers' August 2023 bills.

Piedmont Natural Gas lowers rates; average N.C. residential customer to save approximately $176 per year compared to August 2022 rates

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More than $14.5 million to Share the Light Fund® to help low-income customers with bill pay assistance Over $40.4 million invested in energy efficiency programs Launching new program to assist seniors with critical home repairs CHARLOTTE, N.C. , July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy and its Foundation are marking the milestone of investing more than $70 million since the beginning of 2021 to support nonprofits and other programs dedicated to help those in need.

Duke Energy's focus on affordability grows, surpassing $70 million in aid to customers, communities since 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C. , July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As summer temperatures start to rise, Duke Energy is reminding customers to check out the latest assistance programs that can help keep bills in check.

Duke Energy offers programs to help customers with high summer energy bills

GREENVILLE, S.C. , July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy is reminding customers to check out the latest assistance programs that can help keep bills in check as the heat of summer settles in across the Palmetto State.

Duke Energy offers programs to help South Carolina customers with high summer energy bills

Grants will support organizations and projects designed to attract businesses and enhance the quality of life for Floridians ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.

$682,000 in Duke Energy grants provide economic boost to Florida communities

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Trinchero Family Estates Fosters Industry-Leading Environmental Stewardship in Partnership with Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions

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Duke Energy's (DUK) recent solar purchase agreement with Ranger Power will provide low-cost, reliable and clean energy to its Indiana customers.

Duke Energy (DUK) Signs 199MW Solar Power Deal in Indiana

PLAINFIELD, Ind. , July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $170,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations providing support for those impacted by devastating storms that moved across Indiana in late June and early July.

Duke Energy gives $170,000 in grants to support Indiana communities devastated by storms

Duke Energy (DUK) increases the quarterly dividend to $1.025 per share, reflecting a rise of 2% from the previous payout.

Duke Energy (DUK) Rewards Shareholders With 2% Dividend Hike

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Duke Energy plans to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. They plan on investing $56B into renewable energy and grid infrastructure over the next decade. Since 2013 annual revenue has risen by 27.83%, while operating income has risen by 23.48%. When faced with the uncertainty of the future energy market, Duke Energy's increasingly diverse portfolio gives them an adaptability advantage.

Duke Energy Is Still Worth Buying

Duke Energy's (DUK) introduces a new rooftop solar project with 2MW generation capacity, which will supply solar power to its customers in Kentucky.

Duke Energy (DUK) Unveils Kentucky's Biggest Rooftop Solar Farm

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Project joins the company's other three solar facilities in Northern Kentucky's Kenton and Grant counties More than 5,600 solar panels designed to generate approximately 2 megawatts of clean electricity CINCINNATI , July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy customers in Northern Kentucky are benefiting from additional clean, renewable solar energy as a result of a new utility-scale rooftop solar project now generating power for area homes and businesses.   Kentucky's largest rooftop solar array operates over 5,600 photovoltaic panels on the 800,000-square-foot Amazon Air Hub rooftop adjacent to the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.

Duke Energy unveils Kentucky's largest utility-scale rooftop solar site at Amazon Air Hub

Duke Energy's (DUK) plan to divest its commercial distributed generation business is likely to support the company's clean energy transition and reduce debt.

Duke Energy (DUK) to Divest Commercial DG Business for $364M

CHARLOTTE, N.C. , July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy will post its second-quarter 2023 financial results at 7 a.m.

Duke Energy to announce second-quarter 2023 financial results on Aug. 8

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Duke Energy Corp (NYSE:DUK) announced that it is selling its commercial distributed generation business to an affiliate of middle-market infrastructure investor ArcLight for an enterprise value of $364 million. The energy holding company said it will net about $259 million in proceeds from the transaction which will be used to strengthen its balance sheet and avoid having to issue additional debt securities or bonds associated with these assets.

Duke Energy sells commercial distributed generation business to ArcLight

Utility firm Duke Energy said on Wednesday it would sell its commercial distributed generation business to private equity firm ArcLight Capital Partners in a $364 million deal.

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