Duke Energy Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Duke Energy Florida (NYSE: DUK) unveiled the DeBary Hydrogen Production Storage System on Jan. 7, 2026, the first U.S. demonstration capable of producing, storing and combusting up to 100% green hydrogen end-to-end.

The system uses the existing DeBary solar site to power two electrolyzers that split water; oxygen is released and green hydrogen is stored in reinforced containers. Stored hydrogen can fuel an upgraded combustion turbine (using GE Vernova technology) on a blend of natural gas and hydrogen or at 100% hydrogen to meet peak demand.

Company-level context: Duke Energy Florida owns 12,300 MW of capacity serving 2 million customers; Duke Energy serves 8.4 million electric customers and owns 54,800 MW capacity.

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) declared a quarterly cash dividend on common stock of $1.065 per share, payable on March 16, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 13, 2026. The company also declared a quarterly cash dividend on its Series A preferred stock of $359.375 per share (equivalent to $0.359375 per depositary share), payable on the same dates.

Duke Energy has paid a cash dividend on its common stock for 100 consecutive years. The release reiterates the company serves 8.6 million electric customers and 1.7 million natural gas customers, and owns 55,100 megawatts of energy capacity while investing in grid upgrades and cleaner generation.

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) said South Carolina regulators approved measures to recover Hurricane Helene costs, strengthen the grid, and apply tax credits and shareholder contributions to lower customer impacts beginning in 2026.

Key items: a securitization plan that will save Duke Energy Carolinas customers more than $140 million on Helene recovery; typical DEC residential bills rise about $0.84 (to $148.86) including a new storm charge of 3.2% ($4.58); typical DEP residential bills rise about $11.20 (to $165.02) starting Feb. 1.

Other facts: >70% of SC customers now benefit from self-healing grid technology; nuclear tax credits worth hundreds of millions annually will be passed to customers starting 2026; a proposed DEC/DEP combination could save Carolinas customers > $1 billion if approved.

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) submitted an early site permit (ESP) application to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Dec 30, 2025 for a site near Belews Creek Steam Station in Stokes County, North Carolina.

The ESP is technology neutral and lists six potential reactor technologies (four small modular reactor designs and two non-light-water designs). Duke says an approved ESP would reduce licensing and construction risks and preserve optionality.

Duke has not decided to build new units but plans, if selected, to add 600 megawatts of advanced nuclear by 2037 with a first small modular reactor online in 2036.

Duke Energy Florida (NYSE: DUK) says targeted 2025 infrastructure investments will save customers more than $1 billion through reliability improvements, fuel savings and grid upgrades. The company forecasts the average residential bill will drop by $44 per 1,000 kWh by March 2026 versus January.

Key 2025 actions include completion of three new solar sites (Hernando, Sumter, Madison) that are estimated to save $750 million in displaced fuel costs, major power-plant upgrades yielding over $350 million in fuel savings and an average $10 monthly bill reduction, storm hardening with >2,000 poles replaced, and expanded self-healing tech that prevented >215,000 outage hours.

Duke Energy Florida (NYSE: DUK) reported that employees and the Duke Energy Foundation contributed more than $1 million to Florida communities in 2025. From January through November, employees donated $293,000, volunteered nearly 11,000 hours (valued at >$380,000), and received Foundation matches totaling $387,000. Additional Foundation investments included $300,000 for climate resiliency, $789,000 for colleges and universities, $163,000 for emergency preparedness, and $125,000 to combat food insecurity.

The release also restates Duke Energy Florida's scale: 12,300 MW of capacity serving 2 million customers across a 13,000‑square‑mile service area in Florida.

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) expanded local aid in South Carolina to help customers stay safe, warm and connected during cold weather. In 2025 the company, its foundation, customers and employees contributed $670,000 in South Carolina through the Share the Light Fund, and since 2022 more than $11 million has gone to nonprofit partners nationwide.

In 2025 Duke Energy awarded $125,000 in microgrants to help households become eligible for weatherization and increased incentives and eligibility for several South Carolina energy efficiency and demand response programs.

Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK) and partners expanded holiday-season assistance to help customers stay safe, warm and connected on Dec. 17, 2025.

Key facts: the Share the Light Fund collected $6.4 million from Duke Energy, its foundation, customers and employees this year; the Duke Energy Foundation contributed over one‑third of that total, including an extra $400,000 invested in summer heat relief; and since 2022 total contributions exceed $11 million to local nonprofit partners. The company directs customers to a Payment Assistance Finder and accepts one‑time or recurring donations to the fund.

Piedmont Natural Gas (NYSE: DUK) urged customers on Dec. 12, 2025 to use energy-saving tips, online tools and assistance programs ahead of a predicted cold snap across the Southeast.

Key recommendations include thermostat setbacks, smart thermostats, regular filter changes, sealing ducts and home air leaks, insulating, and setting water heaters to 120°F. Customers can view monthly gas usage history, use an Energy Advisor tool and appliance cost calculators on the company website.

Piedmont promoted its free Equal Payment Plan (EPP) to level monthly bills and listed assistance options including Share the Warmth and LIHEAP, with state-specific guidance available on piedmontng.com.