Lithium ETF Rallies 91% on Battery Materials RecoveryThe [Amplify Lithium & Battery Technology ETF (BATT)] has returned 91.2% over the past year. This comes as lithium prices doubled from their 2025 lows to around $20,000 per metric ton, shifting from oversupply to what analysts call a structural deficit.The lithium market moved from supply glut to balance during 2025. Low prices halted producer investment and slowed global supply growth, according to Morningstar's [February analysis] on lithium's rebound.M ...

Amsterdam, 25 February 2026 (Regulated Information) --- AMG Critical Materials N.V. (“AMG”, EURONEXT AMSTERDAM: “AMG”) reports full year adjusted EBITDA of $235 million in 2025, a 40% increase compared to the 2024 adjusted EBITDA of $168 million, driven primarily by our Antimony and Engineering businesses. We ended the year with a strong balance sheet highlighted by our $484 million of total liquidity as of December 31, 2025. Dr. Heinz Schimmelbusch, Chairman of the Management Board and CEO, said, “In 2025, ...

Core Insights - Ford Motor Company is establishing its Energy business as a strategic growth pillar, aiming to diversify revenue streams and reduce reliance on traditional automotive cycles [1][10] Group 1: Ford Energy Business Development - Ford Energy is leveraging the company's manufacturing strength in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to create scalable energy storage solutions, responding to surging demand from data centers and grid stability needs [2][10] - The energy storage sector offers a faster path to scale compared to the automotive industry, with Ford planning to secure contracts for a 20 gigawatt-hour capacity starting in 2027 [3][10] - Ford's collaboration with CATL provides a technological edge, allowing the company to avoid high tariffs on imported LFP batteries and position itself ahead of competitors [4] Group 2: Strategic Positioning and Market Response - Ford aims to be an end-to-end solutions provider in the energy sector, focusing on long-term servicing and support to foster deeper customer relationships and recurring revenue [5] - The strategic move aligns with Ford's strengths in industrial-scale production and has garnered positive responses from utilities and large energy buyers, viewing Ford as a reliable partner [6] Group 3: Market Trends and Competitor Analysis - The energy storage market is experiencing explosive growth, with Tesla's Energy Generation and Storage business showing a CAGR of 168% over the past three years, driven by products like Megapack and Powerwall [8] - General Motors has also entered the energy sector with its GM Energy unit, focusing on energy management solutions and partnerships to enhance its battery capabilities beyond electric vehicles [9] Group 4: Financial Performance and Valuation - Ford's stock has underperformed compared to the Zacks Automotive-Domestic industry, with a 15.4% gain over the last six months versus the industry's 27.9% [11] - The company appears undervalued with a forward price/sales ratio of 0.31, significantly lower than the industry's 3.43 [13]

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Alliant Energy reported ongoing earnings per share (EPS) growth of $0.18 for 2025 compared to 2024, driven by increased revenue requirements from rate-based increases and favorable temperature impacts on electric and gas sales [13][14] - The company achieved a 10-year compound annual EPS growth of 6.3%, with ongoing EPS growth of 6% in 2025, exceeding the midpoint of guidance [5][14] - A total shareholder return of over 13% was delivered for the year, marking the 22nd consecutive year of dividend increases [5] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Wisconsin, Alliant Energy completed 275 MW of energy storage investments and turbine upgrades, contributing to regulatory execution strength [6] - Electric sales increased by nearly 1% in 2025 compared to 2024, primarily driven by higher commercial and industrial sales [14] - The company closed the year with four executed electric service agreements (ESAs) totaling 3 GW of peak load, indicating a 50% future growth in demand [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is actively engaged with customers and pursuing 2-4 gigawatts of additional large load growth opportunities beyond current projections [10] - The approval of individual customer rate contracts in Iowa supports economic development while maintaining flat retail electric base rates for existing customers [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Alliant Energy's strategy focuses on unlocking customer and community potential, with significant capital investments in data centers that strengthen local tax bases [6][7] - The company aims to be a partner of choice, aligning capital and regulatory solutions to enable growth while meeting customer and shareholder expectations [9] - A proactive approach to safe harboring renewable and energy storage investments is emphasized to maintain reliability and cost-effectiveness [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the importance of navigating public policy shifts and the acceleration of electric demand as key factors influencing performance [5] - The company expects a compound annual earnings growth rate of 7%+ from 2027 to 2029, based on current projections for capital expenditure plans and data center load [18] - Management expressed confidence in executing projects within the updated capital expenditure plan, with a focus on maintaining stable base rates for customers [19][21] Other Important Information - The company has a four-year capital plan of approximately $13.4 billion, with a balanced mix of funding sources including cash from operations and new financings [20] - Regulatory decisions in Iowa and Wisconsin are aligned with capital investment plans, reducing regulatory uncertainty for 2026 [21][23] Q&A Session Summary Question: On the 3 GW of data centers, what are the minimum take agreements? - Management confirmed that any additional demand from hyperscalers would be accretive to current planning assumptions [30] Question: How are conversations with hyperscalers evolving, especially regarding stricter safeguards? - Management noted that Iowa has strategic advantages for data center growth, and they are committed to ensuring Wisconsin remains open for business [32] Question: What is the path to construction for the relocated QTS project? - Management clarified that they are using individual customer rate constructs for both states and are pleased with their ability to pivot quickly [42] Question: What are the goals for timing on bringing in another deal for the 2-4 GW of growth? - Management indicated that they have three buckets of opportunities and are focused on high-quality electric service agreements [44] Question: Is the 1% retail sales growth assumption conservative? - Management stated that most data center load is expected to come in 2027 and beyond, making the 1% growth assumption consistent with current expectations [53] Question: How does the shift in renewables in CapEx relate to QTS? - Management explained that the shift is part of a consistent investment plan and reflects a proactive approach to meet customer needs [57]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, Alliant Energy achieved ongoing earnings per share (EPS) growth of $0.18 compared to 2024, driven by increased revenue from rate-based increases and favorable temperature impacts on electric and gas sales [11][12] - The company reported a 10-year compound annual EPS growth of 6.3%, with ongoing EPS growth of 6% in 2025, exceeding the midpoint of guidance [4][11] - A total shareholder return of over 13% was delivered for the year, and the dividend was increased for the 22nd consecutive year [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Electric sales increased by nearly 1% in 2025 compared to 2024, primarily due to higher commercial and industrial sales across both IPL and WPL [12] - The company completed 275 MW of energy storage investments and turbine upgrades in Wisconsin, contributing to operational performance [5] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Iowa, the approval of individual customer rate contracts supports economic development while maintaining flat retail electric base rates for existing customers through the end of the decade [6] - The company closed the year with four executed Electric Service Agreements (EFAs) totaling 3 GW of peak load, indicating a 50% future growth in demand [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Alliant Energy's strategy focuses on unlocking customer and community potential, with significant capital investments in data centers that enhance local tax bases and support public services [5] - The company aims to attract large load customers by ensuring regulatory solutions align with customer needs, emphasizing a customer-centric approach [6][7] - A proactive approach to renewable and energy storage investments is central to the company's strategy, with plans to maximize existing resources and extend asset life [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted the importance of agility and disciplined decision-making in navigating the evolving energy landscape, with a focus on long-term value [7][9] - The company expects to pursue industry-leading demand growth and successful project execution, with a compound annual earnings growth rate of 7%+ projected for 2027-2029 [16] Other Important Information - The company has a four-year capital expenditure plan of approximately $13.4 billion, with funding through a mix of cash from operations and new financings [18] - Regulatory decisions in Iowa and Wisconsin are aligned with capital investment plans, reducing regulatory uncertainty for 2026 [19][20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Minimum take agreements for the 3 GW of data centers - Management confirmed that any additional demand from hyperscalers would be accretive to current planning assumptions [26] Question: Conversations with hyperscalers and data center developments - Management noted that Iowa has strategic advantages over Wisconsin for data center growth, and they are committed to ensuring Wisconsin remains open for business [29] Question: Path to construction for the relocated QTS project - Management clarified that they are pleased with their ability to pivot quickly and have a robust plan for the new site [39] Question: Timing for additional deals in the 2-4 GW range - Management indicated that they are in active discussions and have structured their approach to ensure high-quality Electric Service Agreements [41] Question: Land control and zoning for new projects - Management confirmed that they own considerable land zoned for industrial use, which supports their economic development strategy [48] Question: Retail sales growth assumptions for 2026 - Management expects retail sales growth of approximately 1%, consistent with 2025, with significant data center load anticipated in 2027 and beyond [50] Question: Shift in capital expenditures related to QTS - Management explained that the shift in capital expenditures is primarily a refinement of their planning process rather than a significant change [64] Question: Regulatory continuity amid gubernatorial races - Management emphasized their commitment to reliability and affordability, ensuring that customers benefit from data center growth [72] Question: Local concerns regarding data center developments in Wisconsin - Management indicated that challenges are primarily at the township level, with local support for data centers being crucial [75]

Alliant Energy said 2025 GAAP EPS rose to $3.14 from $2.69 in 2024, while ongoing (non-GAAP) EPS increased to $3.22 from $3.04, representing 6% growth. The company affirmed 2026 ongoing EPS guidance of $3.36–$3.46. Management framed the year’s performance around execution on a growing regulated investment plan and “growing customer demand,” including an updated arrangement tied to QTS, a major data center operator, after renegotiating an electric service agreement based on a new project location. Allia ...

Fourth Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call February 19, 2026 Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain information contained in this presentation is forward-looking information based on current expectations and plans that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking information includes, among other things, financial objectives, earnings guidance, projected capital expenditures, planned financing activities, and other financial and operational projections. Southern Company and its s ...

Hi, welcome to Arc Invest's Big Ideas 2026 deep dive. I'm Brett Winton, the chief futurist, and I'm going to start right on slide four, which is titled the great acceleration. The um the core thesis both in this section and across the entire deck is that AI is the central dynamo, the spinning wheel of magic that is accelerating you know all the five major innovation platforms that we focus on and igniting a new era of um macroeconomic growth.Um so the five major innovation platforms AI, public blockchains, ...

Electric-vehicle (EV) stocks have cooled from their late-2023 highs, and especially since then, Tesla (TSLA) has been under particular pressure. After an AI-driven rally, Tesla’s core auto business has faced mounting headwinds, especially in China. Those pressures are now showing up clearly in recent sales data, highlighting just how quickly the competitive landscape is shifting. For example, in January 2026, Chinese tech-maker Xiaomi’s (XIACF) new YU7 SUV sold 37,869 units in China versus 16,845 for Tes ...