Southwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 12, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Justin Forsberg - Vice President of Investor Relations & TreasurerKaren Haller - President & CEOJustin Brown - President - Southwest Gas CorporationRobert Stefani - Senior VP & CFODylan Lipner - Associate - Equity ResearchRichard Sunderland - Equity Research - North American Utilities & Power Conference Call Participants Ryan Levine - Analyst Operator Welcome to Southwest Gas Holdings First Quarter twenty tw ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported GAAP earnings per share of $1.3, a 6% increase compared to the same quarter last year [6] - Revenues increased by 28% from $612.1 million to $783.6 million year-over-year [24] - The company reaffirmed its 2025 earnings per share guidance range of $2.07 to $2.11, compared to last year's non-GAAP earnings of $1.97 per share [7] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Both the Water and Gas businesses performed well, contributing to the overall strong results [6] - The Gas segment reported an increase in volumes due to normal weather conditions compared to significantly warmer weather in the previous year [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has begun to raise equity through its ATM program, issuing approximately $210 million so far this year [8] - The company is in discussions with data center developers representing up to five gigawatts of needed power generation in the Pittsburgh region [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest between $1.4 billion and $1.5 billion in infrastructure improvements in 2025, with $270.5 million already invested by March 31 [7] - The company is focusing on water and wastewater utility acquisitions, having acquired over $518 million in rate base since 2015 [32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in meeting the full-year earnings per share guidance, citing strong first-quarter performance but cautioning about potential headwinds in the remaining quarters [52] - The company is committed to addressing PFAS compliance and expects to spend approximately $450 million to achieve compliance by 2028 [10][56] Other Important Information - The company has been recognized for its operational achievements, including a 99.8% water quality compliance rate [9] - New rates went into effect for Aqua Pennsylvania, expected to increase total annual revenues by $73 million [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding equity issuance and share price - Management indicated that the focus is on raising the $315 million in equity needed for 2025 rather than considering 2026 equity needs at this time [43] Question: Texas rate case expectations - Management stated that they plan to file the Texas rate case by the end of the month and will provide details on revenue requests and equity layers at that time [45] Question: EPS guidance and performance - Management acknowledged strong first-quarter performance but emphasized the need to wait for clarity as the year progresses before adjusting guidance [52] Question: Impact of EPA announcement on PFAS - Management confirmed that they are proceeding with their PFAS mitigation plans and remain on track with their budget [56] Question: Data centers and gas supply - Management discussed various approaches to support data center development, including behind-the-meter generation and increased distribution volume [65] Question: Beaver Falls settlement status - Management expressed optimism about the Beaver Falls case being on the agenda in June and highlighted the importance of resolving such cases for water supply [90]

TULSA, Okla., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ONE Gas, Inc. ("ONE Gas") (NYSE: OGS) announced today that it has priced its public offering of 2,500,000 shares of its common stock for approximate gross proceeds of $197,500,000 (before offering expenses and underwriting discounts and commissions, assuming the underwriter does not exercise its option to purchase additional shares and upon, and assuming, full physical settlement of the forward sale agreement). In connection with the offering, ONE Gas entered into a ...

Group 1 - ONE Gas, Inc. plans to make a public offering of 2,500,000 shares of its common stock [1][3] - The offering includes an option for the underwriter to purchase up to an additional 375,000 shares [1][3] - J.P. Morgan Securities LLC is acting as the sole underwriter for the offering [2] Group 2 - The forward sale agreement allows ONE Gas to sell shares at a price equal to the underwriter's purchase price [3] - Settlement of the forward sale agreement is expected to occur no later than December 31, 2026 [3] - ONE Gas may elect cash settlement or net share settlement for its obligations under the forward sale agreement [4] Group 3 - Proceeds from the offering will be used for general corporate purposes, including debt repayment and capital expenditures [4] - ONE Gas is a regulated natural gas utility serving over 2.3 million customers in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas [7][8] - The company operates divisions including Kansas Gas Service, Oklahoma Natural Gas, and Texas Gas Service [8]

Core Insights - Black Hills Corp. reported financial results for Q1 2025, showing operating income of $205 million, net income available for common stock of $134.3 million, and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.87, consistent with Q1 2024 [1][12][21] - The company reaffirmed its full-year earnings guidance, projecting a growth rate of 5% for 2025, with a long-term EPS growth target of 4% to 6% [2][4] Financial Performance - Revenue for Q1 2025 was $805.2 million, up from $726.4 million in Q1 2024, driven by new rates and increased demand [1][13] - Operating expenses increased to $600.2 million from $533.1 million, primarily due to higher fuel and purchased power costs [1][13] - Interest expense rose to $51.3 million from $44 million, reflecting higher interest rates [21] Regulatory and Growth Initiatives - The company implemented new electric rates in Colorado, resulting in an additional $17.5 million in annual revenue [7][8] - Black Hills is advancing regulatory reviews for gas rates in Nebraska and Kansas, seeking $35 million in new annual revenues in Nebraska [6][9] - The Ready Wyoming transmission expansion project, a 260-mile initiative, is on track for completion by year-end 2025, enhancing long-term cost stability and system resiliency [3][11] Operational Highlights - Wyoming Electric set new peak loads, reflecting a nearly 10% increase over 2024, driven by data center and blockchain growth [6][11] - The company is pursuing the addition of 350 megawatts of renewable generation resources in Colorado as part of its Clean Energy Plan [11][21] - Black Hills' gas utilities saw an operating income increase of $20.7 million, attributed to new rates and favorable winter weather [21][25] Future Outlook - The company expects to serve 500 megawatts of data center demand by the end of its five-year plan, with a projected earnings contribution of over 10% by 2028 [4][6] - Black Hills anticipates continued growth in its utility rate base and organic growth opportunities in its service territories [4][6] - The board approved a quarterly dividend of $0.676 per share, marking 55 consecutive years of increases [11][21]

Q1 2025 Financial Results and Strategic Update May 7, 2025 Forward-Looking Statements and Use of Non-GAAP Measures This presentation contains "forward-looking statements" including within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included in this presentation are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include statements regarding Unitil Corporation and its subsidiaries' fi ...

Financial Performance - ONE Gas reported revenue of $935.19 million for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting a 23.3% increase year-over-year [1] - Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $1.98, up from $1.75 in the same quarter last year [1] - The reported revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $803.58 million by 16.38%, while the EPS also surpassed the consensus estimate of $1.85 by 7.03% [1] Key Metrics - Natural Gas Sales - Transportation volumes reached 65,300 MMcf, exceeding the average estimate of 64,475.83 MMcf [4] - Total Sales Volumes Delivered for Natural Gas were 79,300 MMcf, compared to the average estimate of 72,123.38 MMcf [4] - Total Volumes Delivered for Natural Gas amounted to 144,600 MMcf, surpassing the average estimate of 136,632.5 MMcf [4] - Residential Natural Gas Sales volumes were 58,900 MMcf, higher than the estimated 56,064.04 MMcf [4] - Revenue from Natural Gas Sales was $870.40 million, exceeding the average estimate of $719.29 million [4] Stock Performance - ONE Gas shares have returned +6.6% over the past month, outperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +0.4% change [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating expected performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]

LAS VEGAS, May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SWX) ("Southwest Gas" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the election of Brian E. Sandoval to its Board of Directors at the Company's annual meeting earlier today. Brian E. Sandoval With a distinguished career in public service and governance, Sandoval brings extensive legal, regulatory, and corporate leadership experience to help guide the Company as it continues its focus on delivering long-term growth and value to stock ...

Corporate Governance - Shareholders elected four new members to the Board of Directors for a term of three years: Anne L. Alonzo, Katherine Kountze, Jane Lewis-Raymond, and David A. Whiteley [1] - The selection of Deloitte & Touche, LLP as independent registered public accountants for 2025 was ratified by shareholders [1] - An advisory vote on executive compensation received approval from 91% of shareholders [2] Strategic Direction - The Chairman and CEO, Thomas P. Meissner, Jr., highlighted the company's achievements in 2024 and discussed the strategic transition to a clean energy future aimed at creating long-term sustainable value [3] Company Overview - Unitil Corporation is a public utility holding company providing electricity and natural gas in New England, serving approximately 109,400 electric customers and 97,600 natural gas customers [4]

Core Viewpoint - Analysts expect Williams Companies, Inc. (WMB) to report quarterly earnings of $0.57 per share, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 3.4%, while revenues are projected to be $3.14 billion, an increase of 13.4% from the previous year [1] Earnings Projections - The consensus EPS estimate has been revised 4.6% lower over the last 30 days, indicating a reevaluation of initial estimates by analysts [1][2] Key Metrics Estimates - Analysts predict 'Northeast G&P - Gathering volumes' at 4.31 Bcf/D, slightly down from 4.33 Bcf/D a year ago [4] - 'West - NGL equity sales' are expected to reach 6 million barrels of oil per day, unchanged from the previous year [4] - 'West - Gathering volumes' are forecasted at 5.71 Bcf/D, down from 5.75 Bcf/D in the same quarter last year [5] - 'Adjusted EBITDA- Other' is projected to be $108.41 million, up from $74 million year-over-year [5] - 'Adjusted EBITDA- Northeast G&P' is estimated at $495.34 million, down from $504 million a year ago [5] - 'Adjusted EBITDA- Transmission and Gulf of Mexico' is expected to reach $897.66 million, compared to $839 million in the same quarter last year [6] - 'Adjusted EBITDA- West' is projected at $366.14 million, up from $328 million year-over-year [6] - 'Adjusted EBITDA- Gas & NGL Marketing Services' is expected to be $119.41 million, down from $189 million a year ago [7] - 'Modified EBITDA- Northeast G&P' is estimated at $491.69 million, slightly down from $504 million in the previous year [7] - 'Modified EBITDA- Transmission and Gulf of Mexico' is projected at $907.81 million, up from $829 million year-over-year [8] - 'Modified EBITDA- West' is expected to be $374.29 million, compared to $327 million in the same quarter last year [8] Stock Performance - Over the past month, Williams Companies shares have recorded a return of -1.5%, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.2% change, indicating a performance that aligns with the overall market [8]