NRG Energy, Inc. First Quarter 2025 Earnings and Acquisition of a Premier Power Portfolio May 12, 2025 1 | NRG 1Q25 Earnings Safe Harbor Forward-Looking Statements In addition to historical information, the information presented in this presentation includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Exchange Act. These statements involve estimates, expectations, projections, goals, assumptions, known and unknown risks and uncertainties ...

Exhibit 99.1 NRG Energy, Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 Results and Reaffirms 2025 Financial Guidance HOUSTON—May 12, 2025—NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) today reports GAAP Net Income of $750 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025. GAAP EPS — basic is $3.70, Cash Provided by Operating Activities is $855 million, Adjusted Net Income is $531 million, Adjusted EPS is $2.68, Adjusted EBITDA is $1,126 million, and Free Cash Flow before Growth Investments (FCFbG) is $293 million for the first quarter of ...

Group 1 - NRG Energy is set to release its first-quarter earnings results on May 12, with analysts expecting earnings of $1.67 per share, a significant increase from $0.90 per share in the same period last year [1] - Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith has maintained a Buy rating for NRG Energy and raised the price target from $113 to $132 [1] - NRG Energy currently offers an annual dividend yield of 1.46%, translating to a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share, or $1.76 annually [2] Group 2 - To achieve a monthly income of $500 from dividends, an investment of approximately $410,239 or around 3,409 shares is required, while a more modest goal of $100 per month would need about $82,072 or 682 shares [2] - The dividend yield can fluctuate based on changes in the stock price and dividend payments, as it is calculated by dividing the annual dividend by the stock's current price [3][4] - NRG Energy's shares gained 1.4%, closing at $120.34 on Thursday [5]

Group 1 - The company is experiencing a multi-year upward trend in financial health, supported by recent financial figures [1] - Mr. Mavroudis, a professional portfolio manager, specializes in risk management and financial market analysis, investing globally across various financial instruments [1] - The company has successfully navigated major crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating resilience in its investment strategies [1] Group 2 - Mr. Mavroudis has published three books on investments and engages with the investment community through articles and educational seminars [1] - The company is registered with the Hellenic Capital Market Commission and holds various certifications in financial management and analysis [1]

NRG Energy (NRG) closed at $109.36 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.95% move from the prior day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.06%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.28%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.1%.Heading into today, shares of the power company had gained 13.79% over the past month, outpacing the Utilities sector's gain of 2.85% and the S&P 500's loss of 4.29% in that time.The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings pe ...

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Group 1 - NRG Energy, Inc. is viewed positively by Jim Cramer, who describes it as a "very good" utility, supported by Goldman Sachs initiating coverage with a Buy rating and a price target of $129 [1] - NVIDIA Corporation announced a $5.5 billion charge this quarter due to halted shipments of its H20 graphics processing units to China and other markets, indicating a shift in investment strategy [1] - Deluxe Corporation is facing negative sentiment, with Cramer stating "Something is very wrong" and a strategic partnership with Bonko for payment solutions announced [2] Group 2 - Planet Labs has been downgraded by Goldman Sachs from Buy to Neutral, with a reduced price target from $6 to $3.5, reflecting concerns over its financial performance [2] - Telefónica, S.A. is considered a "good" company by Cramer, who also expresses a favorable view of Banco Santander, following better-than-expected FY 2024 results posted by Telefónica [3] Group 3 - On the price action front, NVIDIA shares increased by 1.4% to settle at $112.20, while Deluxe shares decreased by 0.5% to close at $14.63 [4] - Planet Labs shares rose by 4.5% to settle at $3.28, and NRG Energy shares rose by 1.2% to close at $97.11 [4] - Telefónica shares gained 0.4% to settle at $4.68 [4]

Core Insights - David Tepper, a prominent hedge fund manager, is strategically adjusting his portfolio in the AI sector, showing a preference for Chinese companies over U.S. counterparts [1][5]. Group 1: Portfolio Adjustments - Tepper reduced his stakes in Amazon and Meta by nearly 19% and 21.6% respectively in Q4 2024 [3]. - Conversely, he increased his investment in Alibaba by 18.4% and acquired approximately 3.17 million additional shares of JD.com, raising his position by nearly 43.4% [4]. Group 2: Energy Sector Investments - Tepper significantly increased his holdings in Vistra and NRG Energy, boosting his stake in Vistra by 112.5% and in NRG Energy by 81.5% [6]. - Vistra is a leading integrated power provider in the U.S., serving around 5 million customers across 18 states, while NRG Energy provides energy to approximately 8 million residential customers and operates in 25 U.S. states and Canada [6][7]. Group 3: AI Growth Drivers - The investments in Vistra and NRG Energy are linked to the growth of data centers, which are crucial for AI development [7]. - U.S. energy demand for data centers is projected to nearly quadruple to 55 gigawatts by 2030, with Texas identified as the fastest-growing power market [8]. Group 4: Valuation and Growth Prospects - Both Vistra and NRG Energy have seen significant stock sell-offs, leading to attractive valuations, with Vistra's forward price-to-earnings ratio at 16.3 and NRG Energy at 12.8 [10]. - The demand for power is expected to rise due to the construction of new data centers, indicating strong growth prospects for these companies [11].

Company Overview - NRG Energy (NRG) shares have decreased by approximately 8.9% over the past month, underperforming the S&P 500 [1] - The most recent earnings report is crucial for understanding the catalysts affecting the stock [1] Earnings Estimates - Estimates for NRG have trended downward in the past month, with the consensus estimate shifting by -20.88% [2] VGM Scores - NRG has a Growth Score of A, but a low Momentum Score of F, while its Value Score is B, placing it in the top 40% for this investment strategy [3] - The aggregate VGM Score for NRG is A, which is significant for investors not focused on a single strategy [3] Market Outlook - The overall trend of estimates for NRG indicates a downward shift, with a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), suggesting an expectation of in-line returns in the coming months [4] Industry Comparison - NRG is part of the Zacks Utility - Electric Power industry, where Consolidated Edison (ED) has seen an 8% gain over the past month [5] - Consolidated Edison reported revenues of $3.67 billion for the last quarter, reflecting a year-over-year increase of +6.5%, with EPS of $0.98 compared to $1 a year ago [5] - For the current quarter, Consolidated Edison is expected to post earnings of $2.30 per share, indicating a year-over-year change of +7%, with a recent estimate change of +4.4% [6]

Core Viewpoint - NRG Energy has announced a definitive agreement to acquire six power generation facilities from Rockland Capital, adding 738 MW of natural gas-fired capacity to its portfolio, which is expected to enhance its market position in Texas [1][4]. Acquisition Details - The acquisition is valued at $560 million, translating to $760 per kilowatt, which is significantly lower than the cost of new construction [2]. - The deal is subject to Hart-Scott-Rodino regulatory approval and is anticipated to close in the second quarter of 2025 [2]. - The acquisition will be primarily funded through corporate debt, with no impact on NRG's stated capital allocation plan [2]. Strategic Implications - This acquisition includes one combined-cycle unit and five peaker units, further strengthening NRG Energy's position in the growing market [3]. - Expanding the natural gas generation portfolio with modern, flexible assets is expected to create long-term value for shareholders as Texas experiences record electricity growth driven by various factors [4]. Industry Context - Other companies in the sector, such as Constellation Energy, Dominion Energy, and Duke Energy, are also focusing on expanding their clean power generation through various initiatives [5]. - Constellation Energy and Calpine Corp. have announced a significant acquisition, which will enhance their capacity from zero- and low-emission sources to nearly 60 GW [6]. - Dominion Energy aims to increase renewable energy capacity by over 15% annually over the next 15 years, while Duke Energy has plans for substantial battery storage and wind projects [7][8]. Stock Performance - Over the past six months, NRG Energy's shares have increased by 14.5%, contrasting with a 2.8% decline in the industry [10].