Core Insights - CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP) has a market capitalization of $25.9 billion and operates as a public utility holding company in the U.S., providing electric and natural gas services to over 2.8 million customers [1] Financial Performance - Analysts expect CNP to report an adjusted EPS of $0.47 for fiscal Q4 2025, reflecting a 17.5% increase from $0.40 in the same quarter last year [2] - For fiscal 2025, the projected adjusted EPS is $1.77, which is a 9.3% rise from $1.62 in fiscal 2024 [3] - In Q3 2025, CNP reported an adjusted EPS of $0.50, marking a more than 60% increase compared to Q3 2024, and net income of $293 million for the quarter [5] Stock Performance - CNP stock has risen by 21.1% over the past 52 weeks, outperforming the S&P 500 Index's gain of 16.9% and the State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF's return of 10.2% [4] Analyst Ratings - The consensus rating for CNP stock is "Moderate Buy," with 17 analysts providing coverage, including eight "Strong Buys" and nine "Holds" [6] - The average analyst price target for CenterPoint Energy is $42.40, suggesting a potential upside of 6.8% from current levels [6]