Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported diluted earnings per share of $7.46, marking the 23rd consecutive year of earnings per share growth and the 41st consecutive year of dividend growth [3][10] - Consolidated capital spending increased to $3.6 billion, with 87% dedicated to improving safety and reliability [10] - Rate base increased by 14% to an estimated $21 billion as of September 30 [10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Approximately 57,000 residential customers were added during fiscal 2025, with over 44,000 of those in Texas [4] - Nearly 3,200 commercial customers and 29 industrial customers were added, with anticipated annual consumption of approximately 4 BCF of gas from industrial customers [4] - Over the last five years, the company has added nearly 300,000 residential and commercial customers and 225 industrial customers, equivalent to nearly 1.2 million residential customers on a volumetric basis [4] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Texas added jobs at a faster rate than the nation, growing at a rate of 1.14% [5] - The current population estimate for the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is approximately 8.6 million, projected to be the third largest metropolitan area in the U.S. by 2030 [5] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest $26 billion over the next five years, with approximately 85% allocated to safety and reliability [7][14] - The five-year plan reflects the impact of Texas House Bill 4384, allowing for quicker recovery of capital spending [8][15] - The company anticipates earnings per share growth of 6%-8% from the midpoint of its rebased fiscal 2026 guidance [8][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management emphasized the importance of safety, reliability, and modernization of natural gas systems to meet customer and community expectations [18][20] - The company remains focused on maintaining a strong balance sheet and available liquidity, with $4.9 billion in liquidity [20] Other Important Information - The company completed integrity inspections for its Bethel Salt Dome Caverns and is working on further inspections [7] - The average monthly natural gas bill for residential customers is expected to remain the lowest utility bill in the home [20] Q&A Session Summary Question: Discussion on larger load customers and Refresh Capital plan - Management indicated that 85% of spending is dedicated to safety and reliability, with modest growth included in the plan [24] Question: Capital recovery and its impact on growth - Management stated that the capital recovery process has been consistent and is part of their long-term planning since 2011 [26] Question: EPS rebase and impact of Texas legislation - Management confirmed that the impact of House Bill 4384 is included in the rebased earnings per share guidance [46] Question: O&M budgeting for 2026 - Management explained that the O&M budget is consistent with previous years, with adjustments based on compliance and system monitoring needs [34] Question: Long-term gas price assumptions - Management noted that the long-term gas price assumptions are based on the forward curve and that residential gas bills are expected to remain competitive [41][42] Question: Dividend guidance and its sustainability - Management indicated that the dividend has been increased by 15% to align with rebased earnings per share guidance, with intentions to grow the dividend in line with earnings growth [52]

Financial Performance - Third quarter 2025 net income was $115 million and Adjusted EBITDA was $288 million[12] - The company is raising its 2025 Adjusted EBITDA guidance midpoint and narrowing the range to $1,115 - $1,145 million, an 18% increase from the prior year's original Adjusted EBITDA guidance[12] - The company reaffirmed its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA early outlook of $1,155 - $1,225 million[12] Organic Growth and Projects - Approximately $0.5 billion was committed within the quarter for new organic projects, bringing the total to approximately $1.6 billion out of the original $2.3 billion backlog[12] - The company reached FID (Final Investment Decision) on the upsized Guardian Pipeline "G3" expansion for a total of approximately 537 MMcf/d expansion capacity northbound from Chicago[12, 25] - The LEAP Phase 4 expansion was placed in-service early and on budget[12] Operational Performance - The Haynesville system achieved a record high throughput, with volumes up 35% year-over-year[10] Capital Investments - The upsized "G3" expansion is expected to require a total capital investment of $850 to $930 million[26] - Approximately $1.6 billion of projects have reached FID for 2025 – 2029[33] Guidance Updates - 2025 Distributable Cash Flow is now guided to $800 - $830 million[27] - 2025 Capital Expenditures are now guided to $445 - $485 million[27] Market Position - Haynesville throughput increased by 35% in Q3 2025, reaching 204 Bcf/d[36]

First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call April 30, 2025 Bluestone Gathering Lateral Pipeline NYSE: DTM Safe Harbor Statement 2 New slide First Quarter 2025 Accomplishments Strong financial performance Acquisition performing well and integration progressing as planned Progressing commercial opportunities and executing on construction projects This presentation contains statements which, to the extent they are not statements of historical or present fact, constitute "forward-looking statements" under the securities l ...