RGC Resources, Inc. Reports 2025 Earnings

Core Insights - RGC Resources, Inc. reported consolidated earnings of $13.3 million, or $1.29 per share, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, an increase from $11.8 million, or $1.16 per share, for the previous fiscal year, driven by record gas deliveries and higher operating margins, despite inflationary pressures and lower equity earnings from the Mountain Valley Pipeline [1][2]. Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, operating revenues reached $95.33 million, up from $84.64 million in 2024, while operating expenses increased to $76.89 million from $67.56 million [6]. - The net loss for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, was $204,000, or $0.02 per share, compared to a net income of $141,000, or $0.01 per share, for the same quarter in 2024, attributed to higher expenses and seasonal weakness [2][6]. - The company’s equity in earnings from unconsolidated affiliates was $3.23 million for the fiscal year 2025, down from $3.85 million in 2024 [6]. Operational Highlights - RGC Resources made significant investments in utility infrastructure to enhance customer growth and system reliability, successfully delivering gas during one of the coldest winters in a decade, resulting in the highest annual gas volume delivered [2]. - The company refinanced and extended the maturity of RGC Midstream's debt in September 2025, indicating a proactive approach to managing financial obligations [2]. Balance Sheet Overview - As of September 30, 2025, total assets were $329.84 million, an increase from $320.70 million in 2024, with current assets at $23.32 million, down from $25.07 million [9]. - Total liabilities stood at $216.29 million, compared to $212.56 million in the previous year, while stockholders' equity increased to $113.55 million from $108.14 million [9].