CMS Energy(US:CMS) Prnewswireยท2025-07-31 10:30Core Insights - CMS Energy reported earnings per share of $0.66 for Q2 2025, a slight increase from $0.65 in Q2 2024, with adjusted earnings per share rising to $0.71 from $0.66 year-over-year [1][10] - For the first half of 2025, the company reported $1.67 per share compared to $1.61 in the same period of 2024, with adjusted earnings per share at $1.73 versus $1.63, attributed to favorable regulatory outcomes, cost-reduction initiatives, and weather conditions [1][2] Financial Performance - Operating revenue for Q2 2025 was $1.838 billion, up from $1.607 billion in Q2 2024, while operating expenses increased to $1.521 billion from $1.324 billion [8] - Net income attributable to CMS Energy for Q2 2025 was $201 million, compared to $198 million in Q2 2024, with diluted earnings per share at $0.66 versus $0.65 [8][10] - For the first six months of 2025, net income available to common stockholders was $500 million, up from $480 million in the same period of 2024 [8] Guidance and Outlook - CMS Energy reaffirmed its adjusted earnings guidance for 2025 at $3.54 to $3.60 per share, with a long-term adjusted EPS growth target of 6 to 8 percent [2][3] - The company expressed confidence in achieving its earnings guidance and operational objectives, focusing on investments in electric and gas businesses [3] Strategic Developments - CMS Energy announced an agreement with a new data center expected to contribute up to 1 gigawatt of load growth in its service territory, providing additional economic benefits for Michigan [3]