Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $3.91 for 2025, which is in the top half of the guidance range, with expectations of over 8% adjusted EPS annual growth through 2029 [4][25] - Retail sales increased approximately 4% in 2025, with industrial sales contributing a 7% increase [25][26] - The company anticipates an 8% compound annual growth rate in retail sales through 2029, driven by a 15% growth in industrial sales [5][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved 4% sales growth in 2025, primarily driven by industrial sales [5] - Significant electric service agreements totaling approximately 3.5 gigawatts were signed in 2025, indicating strong demand from industrial sectors [5][6] - The company has a pipeline of 7-12 gigawatts for data centers and 3-5 gigawatts for other industries, with a clear line of sight on equipment to serve 8 gigawatts of incremental load [8][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Entergy's utility remains in the first quartile for Net Promoter Score for both residential and business customers, with Entergy Texas ranked number one in customer satisfaction for business electric service in the South [5] - The company noted record employment milestones across all states in 2025, reflecting positive economic development activity [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on a customer-first strategy that aims to create value for all stakeholders, with ongoing efforts to improve customer experience and maintain low rates [4][5] - A $43 billion capital plan through 2029 is in place to support customer needs, with $11.6 billion planned for 2026 [12][26] - The company is exploring new rate offerings such as demand response and time of use rates to complement existing billing options [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth outlook, citing strong demand from data centers and traditional industrial segments [5][9] - The company is proactive in managing costs and engaging with regulators to ensure bill levels remain manageable for customers [11][18] - Management highlighted the importance of balancing near-term affordability with the need to strengthen the system for future resilience [15][18] Other Important Information - The company plans to host an Investor Day on June 9 in New York City to discuss significant opportunities and provide a five-year outlook [24] - The preliminary estimate for restoration costs from Winter Storm Fern is up to $300 million for Louisiana, with expectations for recovery through normal mechanisms [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: On the large load ramp, was phase one of Hut 8 already partially in plan? - Management indicated that Hut 8 and similarly sized data centers are included in the probability-weighted industrial growth, but the first part of the announcement does not add to the capital plan [37][39] Question: What protections are in place for large load customers? - Management confirmed that significant credit requirements, including termination fees and minimum bills, are in place to protect against customer walkaways [42][43] Question: What is the expected impact of the Cottonwood addition to the capital plan? - Management stated that Cottonwood is included in the capital plan and pending regulatory approval, but it does not change the EPS outlook significantly [61] Question: What updates can be expected at the Investor Day in June? - Management will provide more color around data centers and their positioning, along with a longer outlook and potential announcements [67] Question: Is there continued support for data center activity from a regulatory standpoint? - Management confirmed strong support for data centers in their jurisdictions, with no significant changes in customer preferences among states [70]