CenterPoint Energy, Inc. Q4 2025 Earnings Call Summary

Delivered 9% EPS growth for the fourth time in five years, driven by constructive rate case outcomes and timely interim recovery mechanisms. Accelerated the Houston Electric peak load growth forecast to 50% by 2029, reaching this milestone two years earlier than previously planned due to reshoring and data center demand. Attributed the ability to meet rapid load growth to existing system capacity, which allows for quick interconnection of large projects with manageable upgrades. Maintained a strateg ...