Earnings call transcript: Duke Energy tops Q2 2026 EPS forecast

Duke Energy reported Q2 2026 adjusted earnings per share of $1.43, surpassing analyst estimates, although revenue slightly missed forecasts. The utility reaffirmed its full-year EPS guidance and highlighted significant electric service agreements with data-center customers and ongoing capital investments. Management emphasized a focus on disciplined execution, financial stewardship, and shareholder returns, alongside strategic plans for generation capacity expansion and a cautious approach to new nuclear projects.