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Essential Utilities Reports Financial Results for Full Year 2025
Businesswire· 2026-02-25 21:30
of 2024, the Company completed the sale of its interest in three non-utility local microgrid and distributed energy projects and recognized a gain of $91,236, net of transaction expenses. In October 2023, the Company completed the sale of its regulated natural gas utility assets in West Virginia. In 2024, the Company received additional proceeds from this sale of regulated natural gas utility assets in West Virginia and post-transaction activities.(2) Estimated impact to Peoples Natural Gas (PNG) operating ...
ONE Gas to Participate in UBS, Morgan Stanley and Jefferies Conferences
Prnewswire· 2026-02-24 21:15
ONE Gas to Participate in UBS, Morgan Stanley and Jefferies Conferences [Accessibility Statement] Skip NavigationTULSA, Okla., Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ONE Gas, Inc. (NYSE: OGS) today announced that it will participate in several upcoming investor conferences. The company will attend the UBS Midwest Utilities Conference on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois, followed by the Morgan Stanley Energy and Power Conference on Monday, March 2, 2026, and the Jefferies Power, Energy, Clean Energy ...
ONEOK: While AI Stocks Plummet, This Giant Grows (Q4 Earnings Review) (NYSE:OKE)
Seeking Alpha· 2026-02-24 14:36
The AI revolution has been recently rattling the market: after a couple of years when any AI stock has kept making new highs, we are now in the midst of stocks that are plummeting because investors fear AI disruption. In this environment, theI’m a long-term investor focused on U.S. and European equities, with a dual emphasis on undervalued growth stocks and high-quality dividend growers. Through years of experience, I’ve learned that sustained profitability—evident in strong margins, stable and expanding fr ...
ONE Gas Sets Record Date for 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Prnewswire· 2026-02-20 21:15
Core Viewpoint - ONE Gas, Inc. has announced the date for its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which will be held virtually on May 21, 2026, at 10 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time [1] Company Information - ONE Gas, Inc. is a 100-percent regulated natural gas utility and trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "OGS" [1] - The company is included in the S&P MidCap 400 Index and is one of the largest natural gas utilities in the United States [1] - Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, ONE Gas serves over 2.3 million customers across Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas [1] Divisions - The company operates through three divisions: - Kansas Gas Service, the largest natural gas distributor in Kansas - Oklahoma Natural Gas, the largest in Oklahoma - Texas Gas Service, the third largest in Texas by customer count [1] Meeting Details - The record date for determining shareholders entitled to receive notice and vote at the meeting is set for March 23, 2026 [1] - The meeting will be accessible via audio webcast on the ONE Gas website [1]
Southern Company(SO) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2026-02-19 18:00
Fourth Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call February 19, 2026 Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain information contained in this presentation is forward-looking information based on current expectations and plans that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking information includes, among other things, financial objectives, earnings guidance, projected capital expenditures, planned financing activities, and other financial and operational projections. Southern Company and its s ...
CenterPoint Energy(CNP) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2026-02-19 13:00
Fourth Quarter and FY 2025 Investor Update CenterPoint Energy | 1 Cautionary Statement and Other Disclosures This presentation and the oral statements made in connection herewith contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this presentation and the oral statements made in connection herewith are forward-looking statements made in ...
Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Atmos Energy Stock?
Yahoo Finance· 2026-02-19 10:46
Dallas, Texas-based Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) distributes natural gas. With a market cap of $29.8 billion,  the company provides natural gas marketing and procurement services to large customers, as well as manages storage and pipeline assets. Shares of this leading natural gas utility have outperformed the broader market over the past year. ATO has gained 20.3% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 12.3%. In 2026, ATO stock is up 6.3%, surpassing the SPX’s m ...
Gas and electric bills are still painfully high for many Americans, even as inflation cools off
MarketWatch· 2026-02-13 20:25
Core Insights - Utility bills for gas and electricity remain high for many Americans despite a cooling inflation rate, indicating persistent financial pressure on consumers [1] Group 1: Inflation and Utility Costs - January's consumer-price inflation report showed an overall increase in the cost of living easing to 2.4% year-over-year, marking a five-year low [1] - In contrast, the cost of electricity increased by 6.3% year-over-year, while natural gas prices rose nearly 10% [1] Group 2: Future Rate Increases - Experts indicate that billions of dollars in rate increases scheduled for 2025 have not yet impacted consumers' utility bills, suggesting potential future financial strain [1]
Eversource(ES) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-13 15:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported full-year non-GAAP earnings per share of $4.76, a slight increase from $4.57 in 2024, while GAAP earnings for 2025 were $4.56 per share compared to $2.27 per share in 2024 [21][19] - The company paid dividends of $3.01 per share, representing a 5.2% increase [5] - The FFO to debt ratio improved by over 400 basis points at Moody's [9][35] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Electric transmission earned $2.09 per share in 2025, up from $2.03 per share in 2024, driven by investments in service reliability and demand growth [22] - Electric distribution earnings increased to $1.80 per share in 2025 from $1.77 per share in 2024, primarily due to base distribution rate increases [22] - Natural gas distribution segment earnings rose to $0.97 per share in 2025 from $0.81 per share in 2024, attributed to base distribution rate increases and infrastructure investments [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company successfully deployed over $4 billion in capital investments in 2025, focusing on grid modernization and customer energy efficiency programs [6] - The advanced metering infrastructure program reached over 100,000 smart meter installations in Massachusetts, part of a larger initiative to upgrade 1.5 million meters statewide [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to continue delivering top-tier operational performance while advancing infrastructure investments, including a new five-year capital investment plan of $26.5 billion, which is an increase of $2.3 billion from the previous plan [12][25] - The focus remains on enhancing customer experience, safety, and reliability while addressing aging infrastructure and supporting the clean energy transition [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving earnings growth towards the upper half of the 5%-7% long-term EPS range by 2028, despite challenges in 2026 [18][39] - The company is navigating a changing regulatory landscape and addressing affordability concerns while maintaining a strong balance sheet [17][39] Other Important Information - The company received regulatory approvals for rate adjustments and cost recovery mechanisms that align with infrastructure investment needs [8][29] - The company is actively pursuing the sale of Aquarion Water Company and has submitted a notice of intent to file a rate case for Aquarion [14][32] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of Aquarion sale on funding needs - Management indicated that if the Aquarion sale is approved, it could reduce the need for alternative financing solutions, potentially enhancing growth rates [46][60] Question: Status of Revolution Wind project liabilities - Management clarified that the obligation is to Global Infrastructure Partners, not Ørsted, and that the critical trigger for liability ends at the commercial operation date [61][66] Question: Sources and uses of cash regarding minority interest sales - Management discussed exploring various alternatives for financing, including minority interest sales, but emphasized that details are still being evaluated [73][75] Question: Timeline for the completion of the Aquarion sale - Management confirmed that the decision from PURA regarding the Aquarion sale is expected in March, which will clarify the company's next steps [32][102] Question: Drivers for earnings growth in 2027 - Management highlighted several key drivers for 2027, including the Aquarion transaction, storm cost recovery, and regulatory adjustments [89]
MDU Resources (MDU) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2026-02-05 20:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, the company reported earnings of $190.4 million, or $0.93 per share, which was in the middle of the earnings per share guidance range [3] - Compared to 2024, earnings decreased from $281.1 million, or $1.37 per share [15] - Income from continuing operations was $191.4 million, or $0.93 per diluted share, compared to $181.1 million, or $0.88 per diluted share in 2024 [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The electric utility segment reported earnings of $64.9 million, down from $74.8 million in 2024, primarily due to higher operation and maintenance expenses [15][16] - The natural gas utility reported earnings of $56.1 million, a 19.6% increase from $46.9 million in 2024, driven by higher retail sales revenue [15][16] - The pipeline business achieved record earnings of $68.2 million, slightly up from $68 million in the previous year, supported by expansion projects and customer demand [15][17] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The utility experienced combined retail customer growth of 1.5% compared to 2024, aligning with the targeted annual growth rate of 1%-2% [3] - The company has 580 MW of data center load under signed electric service agreements, with various phases of load coming online through 2027 [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing its capital investment plans, with a revised 2026 through 2030 capital investment plan totaling $3.1 billion [4] - The acquisition of Badger Wind Farm is a key strategic move, enhancing the company's diversified generation portfolio [4] - The company anticipates a long-term EPS growth rate of 6%-8% and targets a 60%-70% annual dividend payout ratio [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to execute long-term growth strategies and emphasized operational focus and financial discipline [13] - The company is initiating earnings per share guidance for 2026 in the range of $0.93-$1.00 per share, reflecting strong performance across segments [12] Other Important Information - The company completed a follow-on public offering of over 10.15 million shares at a price of $19.70 per share, which is expected to meet equity issuance needs for 2026 and a significant portion of 2027 [19] - The consolidated debt-to-capitalization ratio increased slightly to 49.1% due to the Badger Wind Farm acquisition [19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the 2026 guidance and year-over-year headwinds? - Management indicated that while 2025 showed strong growth, 2026 guidance reflects a range of 6%-8% EPS growth, with some headwinds expected from rate case activities and equity issuance [25][26] Question: What are the next steps for the Bakken East Pipeline project? - Management outlined that the binding open season is ongoing until mid-March, and discussions with customers are progressing, with plans to finalize project design and customer agreements before making a final investment decision [27][28]