RAPID CITY, S.D., Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) will announce its 2025 fourth-quarter and full-year earnings after the market closes Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, and will host a live conference call and webcast at 11 a.m. EST on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, to discuss the company’s financial results. To participate by phone and ask a question during the live broadcast, participants can access the event directly at Black Hills Corp. Conference Call. Please allow at least five minutes ...

Core Insights - Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.B) shares have recently shown bullish momentum, surpassing both the 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages, indicating a potential uptrend [1][8] - The average price target from analysts suggests a 7.6% upside from the last closing price, with BRK.B shares up 10.4% year-to-date, outperforming the industry average of 9.9% [2][8] - Berkshire Hathaway operates as a conglomerate with over 90 subsidiaries, providing stability across various economic cycles [2] Financial Performance - The stock is currently trading at a price-to-book multiple of 1.54, which is above the industry average of 1.51 but below the median of 1.57, indicating it may be overvalued compared to its peers [6][8] - Return on equity (ROE) for BRK.B was 7.3%, which is below the industry average of 8%, although it has shown improvement over time [17] - Return on invested capital (ROIC) was 5.7%, lower than the industry average of 6.2%, but has been increasing annually since 2020 [19] Business Segments - The insurance operations of Berkshire Hathaway account for about 25% of total revenues and are a significant driver of long-term value creation, supported by disciplined underwriting and a broad market reach [10] - Berkshire Hathaway Energy (BHE) provides stable cash flows and is expanding investments in renewable energy, aligning with global trends [11] - The manufacturing, service, and retail segments offer diversification and growth potential, benefiting from economic expansion and increased consumer activity [13] Strategic Initiatives - Berkshire has been adjusting its equity portfolio, exiting positions in BYD and reducing stakes in Apple and Bank of America, while increasing exposure to Japanese trading houses and initiating an investment in Alphabet [15] - The company's insurance float has grown from $114 billion in 2017 to $176 billion by the end of Q3 2025, providing a low-cost capital source [16] Analyst Sentiment - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 and 2026 revenues indicates a 3.5% and 6% year-over-year increase, respectively, while earnings estimates suggest a decline of 5.2% and 3.9% for the same years [20] - Analyst sentiment appears muted, with no movement in earnings estimates over the last 30 days [21] Leadership Transition - Berkshire Hathaway has been a stable investment under Warren Buffett's leadership, with a transition to Greg Abel as CEO set for January 1, 2026, while Buffett will remain as executive chairman [22]

For the full-year 2024, the company’s revenue rose 5% to around $82.7 billion, while net income jumped 28% to around $4.4 billion, or $1.29 in basic earnings per share, compared to the same period last year. Right now, the company’s market cap is around $56.3 billion, while its shares trade at $16.21 per share with a generally upward trajectory.First on my list is Energy Transfer LP. It’s one of the biggest pipeline companies here in the United States. The company delivers natural gas and other energy produ ...

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW), headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, provides retail and wholesale electric services. Valued at $10.5 billion by market cap, the company provides retail and wholesale electric service to most of the State of Arizona. PNW is also involved in real estate development activities in the western U.S. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as “large-cap stocks,” and PNW perfectly fits that description, with its market cap exceeding this mark, underscor ...

Kansas City, Missouri-based Evergy, Inc. (EVRG) generates, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity. Valued at a market cap of $17.1 billion, the company generates electricity through coal, landfill gas, uranium, and natural gas and oil sources, as well as solar, wind, and other renewable sources. Companies valued at $10 billion or more are typically classified as “large-cap stocks,” and Evergy fits the label perfectly, with its market cap exceeding this threshold, underscoring its size, influence, ...

Madison, Wisconsin-based Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT) operates as a utility holding company that provides regulated electricity and natural gas services. Valued at $16.8 billion by market cap, the company supplies electricity, natural gas, and water to residential and commercial customers. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as “large-cap stocks.” LNT effortlessly fits that bill, with its market cap exceeding this mark, underscoring its size, influence, and dominance within th ...

WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC), headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides regulated natural gas and electricity, and renewable and nonregulated renewable energy services. Valued at $34.1 billion by market cap, the company’s infrastructure spans 35,500 miles of overhead and 36,500 miles of underground distribution lines, with extensive gas mains, transmission lines, and storage capacity. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as “large-cap stocks,” and WEC perfectly fits that descr ...

Core Insights - Edison International (EIX) is heavily investing in renewable energy, battery storage, electric-vehicle infrastructure, and grid modernization to support long-term decarbonization goals, with a market cap of $22.4 billion [1] Company Overview - EIX is classified as a large-cap stock, with a market cap exceeding $10 billion, indicating its size and influence in the regulated electric utility industry [2] - The company benefits from strong regulatory support, long-term capital programs, and a focus on system safety and reliability, maintaining a competitive advantage in the evolving electric utility landscape [2] Stock Performance - EIX shares have dipped 31.9% below their 52-week high of $84.21, reached on December 9, 2024, and have gained 7.4% over the past three months, underperforming the Nasdaq Composite's 8% rise [3] - Over the past 52 weeks, EIX has fallen 31.8%, significantly lagging behind the Nasdaq's 18.5% increase, and on a year-to-date basis, shares are down 28.3% compared to Nasdaq's 21.9% return [4] Financial Performance - On October 28, EIX reported a better-than-expected Q3 adjusted EPS of $2.34, a 55% increase from the same period last year, driven by higher revenue from the 2025 GRC final decision [5] - Despite the strong profitability, shares fell 1.2% in the following trading session due to an increase in core loss per share attributed to higher interest expenses, and EIX lowered its fiscal 2025 core EPS guidance to a range of $5.95 to $6.20 [5] Competitive Position - EIX has underperformed compared to its rival, PG&E Corporation (PCG), which declined 25.6% over the past 52 weeks and 25% on a year-to-date basis [6]

Core Insights - Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) is a large-cap utility company with a market capitalization of $45.7 billion, involved in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, as well as natural gas services [1][2] - The company has a strong renewable energy portfolio, with over 50% of its electricity sales coming from carbon-free sources, aligning with sustainability trends [2] - XEL has experienced a 7% decline from its 52-week high of $83.01, but has gained 6.2% over the past three months, outperforming the S&P 500 Index [3][4] Financial Performance - In Q3, XEL reported an adjusted EPS of $1.24, which was below Wall Street's expectation of $1.31, and revenue of $3.92 billion, slightly missing the forecast of $3.93 billion [5] - The company expects its full-year adjusted EPS to be in the range of $3.75 to $3.85 [5] Market Position - XEL's stock has shown a 12.6% increase over the past six months and an 8.9% rise over the last 52 weeks, although it has underperformed compared to the S&P 500's gains of 15.7% and 13.1% respectively [4] - In the competitive landscape, American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) has outperformed XEL with a 15.8% increase over six months and a 23% gain over the past year [6]

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