Group 1 - The company plans to publish its Trading Statement for Q1 2025 on May 12, 2025 [2] - A conference call will be held on the same day at 1:00 PM GMT to discuss the Trading Statement [2] - The Trading Statement will be available on the company's website prior to the conference call [3] Group 2 - Diversified Energy Company PLC focuses on natural gas and liquids production, transport, marketing, and well retirement [4] - The company employs a strategy of acquiring long-life assets and investing in them to enhance performance before retiring them safely [4] - Diversified has been recognized for its sustainability leadership and aims to deliver reliable free cash flow and generate shareholder value [4]

Investor Presentation Fiscal 2025 – 2nd Quarter Update April 30, 2025 Fiscal 2025 Q2 Update 1 National Fuel Gas Company Fiscal 2025 Q2 Update 2 • Company Overview (3) • Why National Fuel? (8) • Financial Overview (13) • Business Highlights (17) • Supplemental Information • Segment Information (24) • Guidance & Other Financial Information (46) Company Overview Corporate HQ: Buffalo, NY ~2,300 employees NYSE: NFG Market Cap: ~$7.1B 122 Years of consecutive dividend payments 54 Years of consecutive dividend in ...

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]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted earnings of $3.6 per share for Q2 FY 2025, an increase from $3.45 per share in the same quarter last year, reflecting strong growth in utility and midstream segments [7] - Adjusted earnings for the quarter totaled over $214 million, an increase of almost $18 million compared to the previous year [17] - The Gas Utilities segment had earnings of approximately $195 million, over $7 million higher than last year, driven by increased ISRS revenues and usage [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The utility CapEx increased nearly 27% year over year, focusing on upgrading distribution infrastructure and connecting more homes to natural gas [14] - Midstream segment earnings showed strong growth due to new contracts and higher rates on contract renewals [19] - Marketing segment earnings were strong but slightly lower than the prior year due to reduced market volatility [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The labor market in St. Louis has fully recovered, reaching pre-pandemic employment levels, which is expected to drive economic growth [12] - The Missouri Public Service Commission staff recommended a $19 million revenue increase in the infrastructure system replacement surcharge [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on organic growth, infrastructure investment, and continuous improvement, with a long-term EPS growth target of 5% to 7% [11][26] - A ten-year capital investment plan of $7.4 billion is in place to support growth [11] - The company is committed to modernizing systems and enhancing regulatory engagement to maximize value for stakeholders [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving fiscal 2025 adjusted earnings guidance of $4.4 to $4.6 per share, despite challenges from weather-related margin headwinds [22][26] - The company is focused on executing its capital investment plan and driving operational excellence to strengthen utility and gas-related business performance [11][26] Other Important Information - The company is increasing its fiscal 2025 capital investment target by $50 million to $840 million, with significant investments in both utility and midstream segments [14] - The Missouri rate case is ongoing, with proposed revenue increases and discussions on weather mechanisms being a key focus [15][42] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you speak about 1H trends and full-year guidance? - Management acknowledged margin weakness in Missouri and adjusted guidance accordingly, while midstream performance exceeded expectations [31][32] Question: What are the prospects for a settlement within the rate case? - Management indicated that settlement discussions are anticipated, with community meetings and public hearings scheduled [46] Question: Can you elaborate on the weather mechanism in the rate case? - Management confirmed that the weather mechanism is a significant focus and they are working on options to address it with stakeholders [42][44] Question: How does the passage of SB4 affect future rate cases? - Management stated that the first opportunity to file based on a future test year will be in July 2026, and they are focused on the current rate case [51][53] Question: How does the guidance modification reflect the utility business's earnings power? - Management confirmed that fixing the weather mechanism could restore earnings power, while midstream and marketing businesses show slight structural uplift [61][64]

Wall Street has witnessed severe volatility in 2025 after recording an astonishing bull run in the last two years. Year to date, all three major stock indexes — the Dow, the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite — are in negative territory. The small-cap benchmarks — the Russell 2000 and the S&P 600 — are also in the negative zone year to date. Similarly, the mid-cap-specific S&P 400 Index is also in the red.Despite this headwind, a handful of mid-cap stocks are flying high providing more than 25% returns year t ...

Expand Energy (EXE) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 09:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good day and welcome to the Expand Energy twenty twenty five First Quarter Earnings Teleconference. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. Please note that this event is being recorded. I would now like to turn the conference over to Chris Ayers, Vice President, Investor Relations and Special Projects. Please go ahead. Speaker1 Thank ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported adjusted EBITDA of $280 million for Q1 2025, an increase of $45 million from the previous quarter [13] - The pipeline segment results were $39 million higher than Q4 2024, reflecting a full quarter contribution from acquired interstate pipelines [13] - Gathering segment results increased by $6 million compared to Q4 2024, driven by lower expenses and growing volumes in the Haynesville [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total gathering volumes in the Haynesville averaged 1.67 Bcf per day, an increase from the previous quarter due to new volumes and the return of offline production [13] - In the Northeast, volumes averaged 1.3 Bcf per day, a decrease from the previous quarter due to timing of producer activity [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The first quarter of 2025 experienced significant market volatility, with natural gas prices rising due to cold weather in January, followed by a decline as markets adjusted to tariff announcements [8] - Total U.S. natural gas supply and demand are expected to grow by approximately 19 Bcf per day through 2030, primarily driven by LNG exports and utility-scale power generation [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing a $2.3 billion organic growth project backlog and integrating newly acquired interstate pipelines [6][9] - There is a strong emphasis on the long-term outlook for natural gas infrastructure, with expected demand growth from LNG exports and industrial onshoring [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in reaffirming 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance and early outlook for 2026, citing a durable contract structure and minimal commodity exposure [9][15] - The company remains optimistic about the Haynesville activity and expects continued ramp-up throughout the year [22] Other Important Information - The company announced a first-quarter dividend of $0.82 per share, unchanged from the prior quarter, with a commitment to grow the dividend by 5% to 7% per year [15] - Management highlighted the positive political and regulatory support for natural gas and energy infrastructure, which is expected to benefit the sector [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Gathering volumes in Q1 - Management noted that the uptick in Haynesville volumes aligns with large public producers and increased activity from private producers [21] Question: Data center projects - Management confirmed ongoing commercial conversations for data center power demand and utility-scale power generation projects [26] Question: Millennium pipeline open season - Management indicated strong interest in incremental capacity and the potential for synergies with existing assets [32][34] Question: Impact of tariffs on propane prices - Management stated that very little of their Appalachian gathering footprint is exposed to the wet side of the Marcellus or NGL side of the Utica, viewing it as a non-risk [98] Question: Confidence in 2025 and 2026 guidance - Management emphasized the durability of their portfolio, with no commodity exposure and minimal volumetric exposure, contributing to their confidence [106][108] Question: Changes in demand for power due to data center spending - Management reported robust demand for both site-specific and utility-scale power generation, with ongoing projects advancing [113][116]

Expand Energy (EXE) Q1 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Chris Ayres - VP – Investor Relations & Special ProjectsDomenic Dell’Osso - President & CEONeil Mehta - Head of Americas Natural Resources Equity ResearchMohit Singh - Executive VP & CFODan Turco - EVP - Marketing & CommercialZach Parham - Executive DirectorJosh Viets - EVP, COODevin Mcdermott - Executive DirectorJohn Freeman - Managing DirectorScott Hanold - Managing Director - Energy ResearchMatthew Portillo - Partne ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, the company reported adjusted EBITDA of $280 million, an increase of $45 million from the previous quarter [11] - The pipeline segment results were $39 million higher than Q4 2024, reflecting a full quarter contribution from acquired interstate pipelines [11] - Gathering segment results increased by $6 million compared to Q4 2024, driven by lower overall expenses and growing volumes in the Haynesville [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total gathering volumes in the Haynesville averaged 1.67 Bcf per day, an increase from the previous quarter due to new volumes and the return of offline production [11] - In the Northeast, volumes averaged 1.3 Bcf per day, a decrease from the previous quarter due to timing of producer activity [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The first quarter of 2025 experienced significant market volatility, with natural gas prices rising due to cold weather in January, followed by a decline as markets adjusted to tariff announcements [6] - Total U.S. natural gas supply and demand are expected to grow by approximately 19 Bcf per day through 2030, primarily driven by LNG exports and utility-scale power generation [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing a $2.3 billion organic growth project backlog and integrating newly acquired interstate pipelines [5] - The company remains bullish about the long-term outlook for natural gas infrastructure, supported by growing demand from LNG exports and utility-scale power generation [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in reaffirming 2025 and 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance, citing a durable contract structure and minimal commodity exposure [7] - The company highlighted the positive political and regulatory support for natural gas infrastructure, recognizing the need for streamlined processes to build necessary infrastructure [9] Other Important Information - The company announced a first-quarter dividend of $0.82 per share, unchanged from the prior quarter, with a commitment to grow the dividend by 5% to 7% per year [13] - The company is currently investment grade with Fitch ratings and on a positive outlook with Moody's and S&P [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Gathering volumes in Q1 - Management noted that the uptick in Haynesville volumes aligns with large public producers' activity, while private producers have also become more active [20] Question: Update on data center projects - Management confirmed ongoing advanced commercial conversations for data center power demand and utility-scale power generation projects [24] Question: Outlook on Millennium project - Management indicated strong interest in incremental capacity and noted that the Millennium pipeline is well-positioned to meet market demands [32] Question: Local and state-level energy infrastructure sentiment - Management observed a shift in sentiment among utilities and stakeholders, recognizing the need for reliable energy supply [40] Question: LNG demand and Woodside FID - Management expressed optimism about expansion opportunities stemming from Woodside's FID, which includes a header system connected to the company's assets [44] Question: Backlog and CapEx guidance - Management reassured that the backlog is growing and highlighted several projects progressing towards FID [88] Question: Impact of China tariffs on propane prices - Management clarified that the company has minimal exposure to the wet side of the Marcellus and views potential ethane rejection as an opportunity rather than a risk [96][98] Question: Confidence in navigating macro uncertainty - Management emphasized the durability of the portfolio, with no commodity exposure and a strong balance sheet, allowing confidence in meeting 2025 and 2026 goals [104][106] Question: Data center demand and utility-scale generation - Management reported robust underlying demand for both site-specific and utility-scale power generation, with ongoing projects advancing towards commercialization [112][114]