Black Hills (US:BKH) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-03-08 21:44Recent Events - Black Hills Corporation (BKH) has submitted a tax-free all-stock merger with NorthWestern Energy for regulatory approval, with a shareholder vote scheduled for April 2, 2026, and the transaction expected to close in the second half of 2026 if approved [1] Performance Strategy - The company has provided guidance for adjusted earnings per share of $4.25 to $4.45 for 2026, representing a year-over-year growth of 6% at the midpoint, and plans to invest $4.7 billion from 2026 to 2030 in growth areas such as grid upgrades and data centers [2] Company Status - On March 1, 2026, the company will distribute a quarterly dividend of $0.703 per share to shareholders, marking the 56th consecutive year of dividend increases [2] - As of March 3, 2026, BKH's stock price closed at $72.48, with recent fluctuations influenced by broader market and energy sector sentiments [2]