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5 Low Price-to-Sales Stocks That Deserve a Place in Your Portfolio
ZACKS· 2025-05-09 13:15
Investing in stocks based on valuation metrics is considered a smart strategy. The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is often the go-to metric due to its simplicity and ease of use. However, the price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is more useful for evaluating stocks of companies that are unprofitable or in early growth stages, as it helps assess value when earnings are minimal or non-existent.PCB Bancorp (PCB) , G-III Apparel Group (GIII) , Gibraltar Industries (ROCK) , Pfizer (PFE) and Pampa Energia S.A. (PAM) are som ...
TXNM Energy, Inc.(TXNM) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-05-09 11:08
Q1 2025 Earnings Review May 9, 2025 Safe Harbor Statement Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 Statements made in this presentation for TXNM Energy, Inc. ("TXNM"), Public Service Company of New Mexico ("PNM"), or Texas-New Mexico Power Company ("TNMP") (collectively, the "Company") that relate to future events or expectations, projections, estimates, intentions, goals, targets, and strategies, including the unaudited financial results and earnings guidance, are ma ...
TXNM Energy Reports First Quarter 2025 Results
Prnewswire· 2025-05-09 10:30
2025 first quarter GAAP earnings of $0.10 per diluted share 2025 first quarter ongoing earnings of $0.19 per diluted share 2025 ongoing earnings guidance range of $2.74 - $2.84 per diluted share affirmed Long-term earnings per share growth target of 7% to 9% TXNM Energy (In millions, except EPS) Q1 2025 Q1 2024 GAAP net earnings attributableto TXNM Energy $8.9 $47.2 GAAP diluted EPS $0.10 $0.52 Ongoing net earnings $18.1 $37.0 Ongoing diluted EPS $0.19 $0.41 ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. ...
Alliant Energy(LNT) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-05-08 22:51
Q1 2025 Earnings Call Alliant Energy Corporation Cautionary Statements Forward-looking Statements The information regarding forecasted earnings per share, forecasted effective income tax rates, capital expenditure plans, financing plans and sources of funding, and regulatory plans contain forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially because the realization of those results is subject to many uncertainties, including: the state of the economy in the service territories of IPL and WPL; s ...
FirstEnergy Foundation Donates $25,000 to American Red Cross
Prnewswire· 2025-05-08 19:52
Doug Mokoid, FirstEnergy's President, New Jersey: "When our crews respond to disasters, both in our territory or as part of mutual aid, it is the American Red Cross that is routinely there, providing the support that sustains communities in the immediate aftermath. Last month's wildfire burned close to home for many of our customers and employees, and once again, the Red Cross stepped up when people needed them most." The fast-moving fire threatened more than 1,300 structures and put 3,000 residents in Ocea ...
Sempra (SRE) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
Seeking Alpha· 2025-05-08 19:34
Sempra (NYSE:SRE) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 8, 2025 12:00 PM ET Company Participants Glen Donovan - SVP, Finance Jeff Martin - Chairman and CEO Karen Sedgwick - EVP and CFO Allen Nye - CEO, Oncor Caroline Winn - CEO of SDG&E Conference Call Participants Ross Fowler - Bank of America Carly Davenport - Goldman Sachs Steve Fleishman - Wolfe Research Nicholas Campanella - Barclays Julien Dumoulin-Smith - Jefferies Durgesh Chopra - Evercore ISI Anthony Crowdell - Mizuho David Arcaro - Morgan Stanley ...
WEC Energy(WEC) - 2025 FY - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 19:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter 2025 earnings of $2.27 per share, indicating a solid start to the year [21] - The earnings guidance for 2025 is projected to be in the range of $5.17 to $5.27 per share, assuming normal weather conditions [22] - The Board of Directors raised the dividend by 6.9%, marking the 22nd consecutive year of dividend increases [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is focused on a balanced power generation mix, with plans to add 4,300 megawatts of renewable generation over the next five years, requiring an investment of $9.1 billion [24] - Significant investments are planned in natural gas generation and liquefied natural gas storage to enhance reliability [24][26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Economic development opportunities are expected to drive significant growth in electricity demand, with major investments from companies like Microsoft and Eli Lilly in the region [22][23] - The company anticipates a compound annual growth rate in earnings of 6.5% to 7% [25] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company announced a $28 billion investment plan, the largest in its history, aimed at supporting safety, reliability, and growth [23] - The capital plan includes projects for renewable energy, natural gas generation, and strengthening the distribution network [24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to execute the capital plan and highlighted the bright future and significant investment opportunities ahead [27] - The company is focused on maintaining reliability while integrating a mix of energy sources to meet growing capacity needs [30][34] Other Important Information - The proposals to amend the articles of incorporation and bylaws to eliminate supermajority voting did not pass, while the advisory vote on executive compensation was approved [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Will there be less demand for renewable energy during the Trump years? - Management indicated that a mix of energy sources, including renewables, is necessary to meet growing electricity demand, and customers are benefiting from fuel savings due to renewables [29][31] Question: Why not invest in reliable power sources like nuclear instead of renewables? - Management emphasized the need for a mix of energy sources and noted that nuclear is a long-term option that requires significant time to develop [32][34] Question: Can you comment on the current regulatory environment in Illinois and the Chicago pipeline replacement program? - Management reported receiving clarity on the need to replace approximately 1,100 miles of old pipeline and is ramping up efforts to execute the replacement program efficiently [35][37]
American States Water pany(AWR) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 19:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated earnings per share for Q1 2025 were $0.70, an increase from $0.62 in Q1 2024, attributed to favorable decisions from the CPUC regarding new water and electric rates [7][8] - Consolidated revenues for Q1 increased by $12.7 million compared to the same quarter last year [9] - Net cash provided by operating activities was $45.1 million for the quarter, slightly down from $45.8 million in the same quarter last year [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Water utility earnings increased to $0.52 per share from $0.48 per share, primarily due to new water rates [8] - Electric segment earnings rose to $0.07 per share from $0.05 per share, driven by new electric rates [9] - ASUS earnings remained stable at $0.13 per share, with increased management fee revenues offset by decreased construction activity [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues for the water segment increased by $11.7 million due to new 2025 water rates [10] - Electric segment revenues increased by $2.8 million, also due to new rates [10] - Revenues from ASUS decreased by $1.8 million, primarily due to lower construction activities impacted by unfavorable weather [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest $170 million to $210 million in infrastructure in 2025, with a focus on capital projects approved by the CPUC [7][15] - Golden State Water is transitioning to a modified rate adjustment mechanism, which may introduce future revenue volatility [19][20] - The company anticipates sustained growth in its rate base due to recent regulatory approvals [21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the regulatory environment, noting successful rate case outcomes and ongoing investments [17][22] - There is uncertainty regarding future military base privatizations, with expectations of potential opportunities in 2025 [33][34] - The company remains committed to maintaining a strong dividend growth rate, exceeding its long-term goals [25] Other Important Information - The company raised $25.8 million through its at-the-market offering program in Q1 2025 [15] - Credit facility terms were extended, and borrowing capacity increased from $165 million to $195 million [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Equity raise expectations for 2025 - Management confirmed a target of raising approximately $60 million over the full year 2025, with reassessment based on credit facility capacity [28][29] Question: Update on military base privatization efforts - Management indicated no current fifty-year privatizations are available, but potential Army privatizations may arise later in the year [32][33] - The Navy is actively pursuing privatization opportunities, with ongoing efforts to secure contracts [34][35] Question: Nature of nontraditional contracts - Management noted that fifteen-year contracts may be easier for bases to manage compared to fifty-year contracts, with ongoing pursuits in this area [41][42]
Black Hills (BKH) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 16:02
Black Hills (BKH) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Salvador Diaz - Director of Investor RelationsLinden Evans - Board Member, President & CEOKimberly Nooney - Senior VP & CFOMarne Jones - Senior Vice President of UtilitiesAndrew Weisel - DirectorRoss Fowler - Head - North America Power & Utilities Equity ResearchAnthony Crowdell - Managing Director Conference Call Participants Brian Russo - Analyst Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Q1 twenty ...
Black Hills (BKH) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 16:02
Black Hills (BKH) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Salvador Diaz - Director of Investor RelationsLinden Evans - Board Member, President & CEOKimberly Nooney - Senior VP & CFOMarne Jones - Senior Vice President of UtilitiesAndrew Weisel - DirectorRoss Fowler - Head - North America Power & Utilities Equity ResearchAnthony Crowdell - Managing Director Conference Call Participants Brian Russo - Analyst Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Q1 twenty ...