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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 ...

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Robert J. Gaudette, Executive Vice President, President of NRG Business and Wholesale Operations, as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 30, 2026, the date of the Company's 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. In connection with his appointment as CEO, the Board has named Mr. Gaudette President of NRG, effective today. The Board also plans to nominate Mr. Gaudette for election to the Board a ...

The January equities rally continues, as does the rise in precious metals. YTD, the NASDAQ is flat, while the Dow is up 2.3%, the S&P +0.6%, the even-weighted S&P +1.9%, the Magnificent 7 is down 1.1%, and the Russell 2000 is leading at +2.4%. The rally is broad-based; LTM, the NASDAQ is now outpacing the Magnificent 7 (+18.1% vs +16.1%). NVIDIA LTM is +27.1% and semiconductors is +48.4%. The only sectors +14% LTM are technology (+24.4%), industrials (+20.3%) and communication services (+20.3%). Single-digi ...

Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - January 6, 2026) - Pine Cliff Energy Ltd. (TSX: PNE) (OTCQX: PIFYF) ("Pine Cliff" or the "Company") has declared a regular monthly dividend of $0.00125 per common share to be paid January 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on January 15, 2026. This dividend and future dividends are expected to be designated as non-eligible dividends for Canadian income tax purposes until further notice. About Pine CliffPine Cliff is a natural gas and crude oil company with a long-term v ...

Chaay_Tee / iStock via Getty Images Quick Read Wall Street will be back at full speed as traders and investors return from the Christmas and New Year holidays. Many on Wall Street are expecting an increase in volatility after a third straight year of double-digit gains for the S&P 500. While the AI and Data Center trade will remain in focus in 2026, expect the outsized gains of the last few years to taper off somewhat over the next 12 months. If you’re thinking about retiring or know someone who i ...

CORPORATE PRESENTATION Generating Strong Returns Through Commodity Price Cycles January 2026 CORPORATE OVERVIEW 7 ~$14 Billion Market Capitalization 372,500 boe/d 2026 Production Guidance $3.3 Billion 2026 Funds Flow $2.05 Billion 2026 Capital Budget $3.3 Billion Sept. 30th, 2025 Net Debt 1.0x Net Debt / Funds Flow $0.73 per Share Annual Dividend ($0.0608/month) th Largest Canadian Oil & Gas Producer1 2 ~$17 Billion Enterprise Value WHY OWN WHITECAP 5 th Largest Canadian Natural Gas Producer2 2 Refer to Sli ...

Baytex Energy Corp. (NYSE:BTE) is one of the Best High Volume Penny Stocks to Buy. On December 22, Menno Hulshof from TD Cowen reiterated a Buy rating on Baytex Energy Corp. (NYSE:BTE) and also raised the price target from C$4.75 to C$5. On the same day, Jeremy McCrea from BMO Capital also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a price target of C$6. Jeremy from BMO Capital noted that the company’s fundamentals and upside potential are improving. He highlighted that the company’s 2026 plan includes st ...

Key Takeaways Enterprise Products secures stable, fee-based income through long-term, inflation-protected contracts.EPD's 50,000 miles of pipelines and 300M barrels of storage are booked to move and store energy products.EPD plans to lift cash flow from projects like Athena and Mentone West 2 by 2026.Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (EPD) secures stable, fee-based income through long-term contracts with shippers who book its diverse midstream assets capacity, ensuring predictable cash flow. The midstream a ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the significance of dividend-paying stocks in generating long-term returns and stability in the market, highlighting the performance of various categories of dividend stocks from 1973 to 2022 [1][2][4]. Dividend Performance - Dividend-paying companies achieved an average annual return of 9.18%, while non-dividend payers lagged at 3.95%. Companies that consistently raised dividends performed even better with a return of 10.24%, while those maintaining dividends saw 6.60% returns. The worst performers were companies that cut dividends, which had a -0.60% annual return [2]. Volatility Analysis - Non-dividend-paying stocks exhibited a beta of 1.18, indicating higher volatility compared to the market, while dividend-paying stocks had a beta of 0.94, suggesting steadier performance with fewer extreme price swings [3]. Investment Strategy - The article emphasizes the importance of investing in companies with a consistent history of dividend payments, as these firms are often more stable and resilient during economic downturns [4][6]. Realty Income Corporation - Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:O) is highlighted as a top dividend stock, with a dividend yield of 5.72% and 27 hedge fund holders as of December 28. Morgan Stanley recently raised its price target for the company to $65 from $62 [9][10]. - The company operates by acquiring single-tenant commercial properties and leasing them under triple-net leases, which helps maintain steady cash flow and reliable monthly dividends [10][11]. - Realty Income has a strong track record, having paid 666 consecutive monthly dividends and raised its dividend 133 times since its NYSE listing in 1994 [13]. National Fuel Gas Company - National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) is another notable dividend stock, with a dividend yield of 2.64% and 32 hedge fund holders as of December 28. JPMorgan recently raised its price target for the company to $96 from $95 [15][16]. - The company is set to acquire CenterPoint Energy's Ohio natural gas utility business for $2.62 billion, which will significantly expand its regulated footprint and double its gas utility rate base [18][19]. - This acquisition is expected to enhance National Fuel's cash flows and reinforce its investment-grade balance sheet, as it serves a large customer base across Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania [20].