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Unitil (UTL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 02:00 PM ET Company Participants Christopher Goulding - Vice President of Finance and RegulatoryTom Meissner - Chairman, President & CEODaniel Hurstak - Senior VP, CFO & Treasurer Operator Good day and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the First Quarter twenty twenty five Unitil Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. To ask a question ...

Unitil (UTL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 02:00 PM ET Speaker0 Good day and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the First Quarter twenty twenty five Unitil Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. To ask a question during the session, you will need to press 11 on your telephone. You will then hear an automated message advising your hand is raised. To withdraw your question, pleas ...

Group 1 - Bernard Fontana has been appointed as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EDF effective from May 7, 2025 [1] - EDF is a key player in the energy transition, operating in all aspects of the energy business including power generation, distribution, trading, energy sales, and energy services [2] - The Group is a world leader in low-carbon energy, with an output of 520 TWh, 94% of which is decarbonized, and a carbon intensity of 30 gCO2/kWh [2] - EDF's diverse generation mix is primarily based on nuclear and renewable energy, including hydropower [2] - The company aims to build a net zero energy future with innovative solutions and services, contributing to environmental sustainability and economic development [2] - EDF serves approximately 41.5 million customers and generated consolidated sales of €118.7 billion in 2024 [2]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consolidated earnings for Q1 2025 were $0.98 per diluted share, an increase from $0.91 in Q1 2024, reflecting an almost 8% improvement in consolidated results [5][6] - The company confirmed its earnings guidance for 2025, with a consolidated range of $2.52 to $2.72 per diluted share [21][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Avista Utilities showed strong performance, contributing to the overall improvement in consolidated results [6] - Capital expenditures at Avista Utilities were $100 million in Q1 2025, with expectations of $525 million for the full year [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is actively engaging with potential new large load customers, which could enhance regional grid infrastructure and provide economic benefits [7][10] - The RFP process for generation needs identified for 2029 is underway, with bids expected to range from 50 megawatts to 400 megawatts [8][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on infrastructure improvements and safety measures to mitigate wildfire risks, following recent legislation in Washington and Idaho [10][11] - The company is pursuing a multi-pronged approach to address tariff risks and is working with suppliers to mitigate potential impacts [13][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about meeting consolidated earnings targets for 2025 and highlighted the importance of regulatory outcomes in supporting financial performance [6][16] - The company anticipates long-term earnings growth of 4% to 6% from a 2025 base year [23] Other Important Information - A settlement related to the Babb Road Fire litigation is expected to have no impact on earnings due to anticipated insurance proceeds [12] - The company is committed to investing in utility infrastructure, with significant capital expenditures planned over the next several years [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about the RFP process and potential cost impacts from IRA changes - Management acknowledged the uncertainty and indicated that opportunities for refreshing bids may be considered during the RFP process [26][27] Question: Discussion on natural gas needs related to large load customers - Management stated that the specifics would depend on the outcomes of the RFP and ongoing discussions with large load customers [29] Question: Clarification on the wildfire settlement and its implications - Management clarified that the settlement does not set a precedent for future events, as each situation will be evaluated on its own merits [33] Question: Impact of biotech trials on the valuation of the unregulated business - Management indicated that while there could be future impacts, it is too early to assess any valuation changes from ongoing trials [35][36] Question: Concerns about under-recovery of power costs in 2025 and 2026 - Management explained that the current mechanisms are locked in and that adjustments would require a multi-year strategy [43][44] Question: Managing affordability issues with growth and self-build generation - Management emphasized the integrated resource planning process to balance costs and compliance while engaging with large load customers [45]

Avista (AVA) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 12:30 PM ET Company Participants Stacey Wenz - Investor Relations ManagerHeather Rosentrater - President & CEOKevin Christie - SVP, CFO, Treasurer & Regulatory Affairs OfficerRoss Fowler - Head - North America Power & Utilities Equity ResearchAnthony Crowdell - Managing Director Conference Call Participants Brian Russo - Analyst Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by and welcome to Vista Corporation First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings C ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The consolidated earnings for the first quarter of 2025 were $0.98 per diluted share, an increase from $0.91 in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting an almost 8% improvement in consolidated results [5][6][16] - The company confirmed its earnings guidance for 2025 with a consolidated range of $2.52 to $2.72 per diluted share [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Avista Utilities showed strong performance, contributing to the overall improvement in earnings [6][16] - Capital expenditures at Avista Utilities were $100 million in the first quarter of 2025, with an expected total of $525 million for the year [19][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is actively engaging with potential new large load customers, which could enhance regional grid infrastructure and provide economic benefits [7][8] - The company is monitoring the impact of proposed tariffs by the new administration, which have not materially affected financial results to date [13][15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on infrastructure improvements and safety measures to mitigate wildfire risks, with recent legislation supporting wildfire mitigation plans [9][10][12] - The company plans to release a final RFP for generation bids in May, with bids due in June, indicating a proactive approach to meet future energy needs [8][21] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about meeting consolidated earnings targets for 2025 and highlighted the importance of ongoing discussions with large load customers [6][7] - The company anticipates a long-term earnings growth rate of 4% to 6% from a forecast 2025 base year [23] Other Important Information - The company reached a settlement related to the Babb Road Fire, which will not impact earnings due to expected insurance proceeds [12] - The company expects to issue up to $120 million of long-term debt and $80 million of common stock in 2025 [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding the RFP process and potential cost impacts from IRA changes or tariffs - Management acknowledged the uncertainty and indicated that they would consider refreshing bids if necessary during the RFP process [25][26] Question: On the natural gas needs related to large load customers - Management stated that the specifics would depend on the results of the RFP and ongoing discussions with large load customers [28][29] Question: Thoughts on the wildfire settlement and its precedent - Management clarified that the settlement does not set a precedent for future events, as each situation will be evaluated on its unique facts [32] Question: Impact of biotech trials on the valuation of the unregulated business - Management indicated that while there could be future impacts, it is too early to determine any valuation changes from the ongoing trials [33][34] Question: Changes in forward gas and power markets affecting future power expense recovery - Management explained that there are no expected material differences in 2025 or 2026 until the recovery mechanism is reset [41][42] Question: Managing affordability issues with growth and self-build generation - Management emphasized the integrated resource planning process to balance cost and compliance while engaging with large load customers to help with affordability [45]

Over the last eight months, CenterPoint has installed 21,975 stronger, more storm-resilient poles; undergrounded 401 miles of power lines; added 4,472 automation devices; cleared 3,741 miles of high-risk vegetation; and installed 84 weather monitoring stations around the Greater Houston area100% of strategic undergrounding goal completed ahead of scheduleCompany on pace to complete historic suite of Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative actions by June 1, which will improve reliability for customers and red ...

NiSource (NI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0 morning, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you for standing by, and welcome to the NiSource First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. Please note that all lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. I will now turn the conference over to Dave Brow, Communications. Please go ahead. Speaker1 Good morning, and welcome to the NiSource fir ...

Company Performance - WEC Energy Group reported first-quarter 2025 earnings of $2.27 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.19 by 3.7% and increasing 15.2% from $1.97 in the same quarter last year [1] - Operating revenues reached $3.15 billion, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.82 billion by approximately 11.9% and increasing 17.5% from $2.68 billion in the year-ago quarter [1] Revenue and Consumption - Electricity consumption by small commercial and industrial customers rose by 2.1% in the first quarter, while large commercial and industrial customers, excluding the iron ore mine, saw a 1.1% increase year over year [2] - Total electric sales volume for the quarter was 10,628.8 thousand megawatt-hours, reflecting a 1.1% year-over-year increase [2] Expenses and Financials - Total operating expenses amounted to $2.21 billion, up 18.2% from $1.87 billion in the previous year, driven by higher cost of sales and increased operational and maintenance expenses [3] - Operating income was $937.5 million, a 15.2% increase from $813.4 million in the year-ago quarter [3] - Interest expense was $223 million, up 16.1% from $192 million in the prior year [3] Financial Position - As of March 31, 2025, WEC had cash and cash equivalents of $82.2 million, significantly up from $9.8 million as of December 31, 2024 [4] - Long-term debt decreased to $16.2 billion from $17.2 billion as of December 31, 2024 [4] - Net cash provided by operating activities during the first three months of 2025 was $1.16 billion, compared to $0.86 billion in the same period last year [4] Guidance - WEC reaffirmed its 2025 earnings projection in the range of $5.17-$5.27 per share, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate at $5.24 per share, higher than the midpoint of the company's guidance [5] - The company plans to invest $28 billion during the 2025-2029 period [5] Zacks Rank - WEC currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) [6]