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More Than 2,000 Workers Tackle Cincinnati Power Outages

Duke Energy has restored power to approximately 85% of its Greater Cincinnati customers, totaling nearly 223,000 outages, following severe storms earlier in the week. Over 2,000 lineworkers, tree trimmers, and storm workers, including personnel from other states, are actively working to restore the remaining …

Georgia Power adds time, not transparency, to OpenAI data center contract after public pressure

Georgia Power has extended the review period for its 3.2-gigawatt power contract with OpenAI, pushing the effective date from July 15 to July 27, in response to public and commissioner pressure for more transparency. The contract was initially fully redacted, citing trade secrets, which …

Dominion Energy (D) details $2.25B bill credits and merger benefits with NextEra

Dominion Energy (D) has filed a Form 425 detailing the benefits of its proposed merger with NextEra Energy, including $2.25 billion in shareholder-funded bill credits for Dominion customers. The company highlighted strong operational performance, record electric demand, and significant progress on the Coastal Virginia …

Atmos Energy (ATO) Posts Solid Growth and Reaffirms Guidance

Atmos Energy (NYSE:ATO) posted year-to-date fiscal 2026 net income of $1.2 billion, or $7.33 per diluted share, a 14.5% increase over the prior-year period, according to the company's Q3 2026 earnings call held August 6. Management reaffirmed full-year earnings guidance of $8.40 to $8.50 …

(VST) Risk Channels and Responsive Allocation

This article analyzes Vistra Corp. (VST) using AI models to provide trading strategies. It highlights a near-term strong sentiment potentially challenging persistent mid and long-term weakness, with support currently being tested. The analysis includes position, momentum breakout, and risk hedging strategies, along with multi-timeframe …

CenterPoint Energy (CNP) COO has 17,075 shares withheld to cover RSU taxes

CenterPoint Energy's EVP and COO, Jesus Jr. Soto, had 17,075 common shares withheld at a price of $40.18 per share to cover tax liabilities arising from the vesting of restricted stock units (RSUs) on August 11, 2026. This transaction is categorized as a tax …

MDU Resources Announces Increased Quarterly Dividend

BISMARCK, N.D., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) has increased the quarterly dividend on the company's common stock to 14.5 cents per share, for an annualized dividend of 56 cents per share. This represents …

Dominion Energy customers voice fears over proposed $67B NextEra takeover amid rising electricity bills

Dominion Energy customers are expressing significant fears over the proposed $67 billion NextEra acquisition, concerned about potential rate hikes and increasing electricity bills. Many have submitted public comments to the State Corporation Commission, citing struggles with current costs and NextEra's track record in Florida. …

NextEra's Pennsylvania gas plant secures first funding under U.S.-Japan deal

NextEra Energy's gas plant in Pennsylvania has secured initial funding as part of a U.S.-Japan agreement. This development was reported by the Pittsburgh Business Times. The article mentions that the plants would be owned by the U.S. and Japanese governments.

South Korea private power firms wary of state generator merger

South Korea's private electricity producers are concerned about a proposed merger of five state-run generating companies under Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEPCO). They fear this consolidation, which would create a 53-gigawatt public utility, could increase government influence over power pricing, reduce private-sector earnings, and …

Wellington boosts to 7.64% holding in American Water Works Company (AWK)

Wellington Management Group LLP and its affiliated entities have reported a 7.64% beneficial ownership stake in American Water Works Company, Inc. This represents 14,911,972 shares of common stock as of June 30, 2026. The filing indicates shared voting power over 14,761,889 shares and shared …

Wellington group discloses 4.65% Dominion Energy (D) stake via client accounts

Wellington Management Group LLP, Wellington Group Holdings LLP, and Wellington Investment Advisors Holdings LLP have collectively disclosed a beneficial ownership of 4.65% of Dominion Energy, Inc.'s common stock, totaling approximately 40,867,881 shares. These shares are held by clients of various Wellington investment advisers, with …

Wellington group discloses 4.43% IDACORP (IDA) ownership for advisory clients

Wellington Management Group LLP and its related entities have filed a Schedule 13G/A, disclosing a beneficial ownership of 4.43% of IDACORP, Inc. common stock, totaling 2,452,290 shares, as of June 30, 2026. These shares are held for advisory clients, with shared voting power over …

Dominion Energy completes Lake Murray tower upgrades at Saluda Hydroelectric Project

Dominion Energy has completed a multiyear restoration project at the Lake Murray dam intake towers, part of the Saluda Hydroelectric Project. The work, which began in January 2024, involved replacing headgates and rebuilding brick enclosures to ensure the towers continue to provide reliable energy …

Energy company locks Colorado mom’s thermostat during scorching heat wave — ‘not safe’

A Colorado woman, Kyri Baker, found her thermostat locked by Xcel Energy during a heatwave, preventing her from lowering her home's temperature below 79 degrees. This occurred despite her voluntary enrollment in Xcel's Saver's Switch program, which offers a $40 monthly credit for allowing …

Michigan regulators ask lawmakers to end annual rate hikes, change how DTE, Consumers make money

Michigan's utility regulator, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC), is urging state lawmakers to end annual rate increases and revise how utilities like DTE and Consumers Energy profit. The MPSC believes this change, allowing for multi-year rate plans tied to performance, would be more …

Global Water Resources Crushes Q2 2026 Profit Estimates

Global Water Resources (NASDAQ: GWRS) reported a strong Q2 2026 performance, exceeding profit estimates with adjusted diluted earnings of $0.04 per share against a $0.03 consensus. The company's revenue increased by 24.8% to $17.8 million, driven by a 2.6% organic active service connection growth …

Global Water Resources Releases Q2 2026 Financial Results

Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS) reported strong Q2 2026 financial results, with adjusted diluted earnings of $0.04 per share, exceeding consensus estimates. The company posted revenue of $17.8M, a 24.8% increase from the previous year, driven by steady expansion and robust demand in its …

The Bull Case For DTE Energy (DTE) Could Change Following AI Data Center Contract Legal Challenge

Michigan's Attorney General and environmental groups are challenging DTE Energy's contracts to supply 1.4 gigawatts of power to an AI data center, arguing the approval process lacked public scrutiny and could burden ratepayers. This legal dispute introduces regulatory and cost recovery risks to DTE's …

NextEra’s Planned US Gas Power Projects Advance with Japan-Backed Funding

NextEra Energy has secured funding agreements to develop and operate up to 10 GW of natural gas-fired power generation projects in Texas and Pennsylvania. These projects are backed by funding from Japan and the United States. The announcement signals significant investment in gas generation …

Constellation Energy (NASDAQ:CEG) Lifts Guidance As Nuclear Demand Grows

Constellation Energy (NASDAQ:CEG) has raised its full-year guidance and secured new long-term power agreements, driven by increasing demand for reliable clean energy, particularly from data centers. The company, a major operator of nuclear generation, is benefiting from renewed interest in nuclear power's ability to …

Invesco Ltd. (OPAL) discloses 13.4% beneficial stake in OPAL Fuels

Invesco Ltd., through its investment advisers, has disclosed a beneficial ownership of 13.4% in OPAL Fuels Inc., amounting to 4,078,082 shares of common stock. The filing indicates that Invesco has sole voting power over 4,077,493 shares and sole dispositive power over all 4,078,082 shares. …

Buy, Sell, or Hold These 4 Dividend Kings After Earnings: BDX, ED, EMR, PH

Dividend Kings have earned their reputation by raising their payouts for at least 50 consecutive years, an accomplishment that requires navigating recessions, inflationary periods, rising interest rates, and numerous market cycles without breaking their streaks. Still, an exceptional dividend history doesn't automatically make a …

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Can Grid Modernization Support Eversource's Long-Term Growth?

Eversource Energy ES is strengthening its electric grid through modernization and advanced metering initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. These investments can also improve service quality and support growing customer demand. Eversource operates an extensive electric network comprising nearly 59,900 distribution miles and 4,500 transmission …

MDU Resources (MDU) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Image source: The Motley Fool. DATE Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026 at 2 p.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS President and Chief Executive Officer - Nicole KivistoChief Financial Officer - Jason VollmerTreasurer - Brent Miller TAKEAWAYS Consolidated Net Income -- $21.3 million, reflecting higher retail sales volumes …

National Grid stock holds firm as analysts lift targets

National Grid stock (NGG) closed at $80.68 on August 12, 2026, with a market capitalization of $80.24 billion. Analysts have set a price target of $89.49, indicating potential upside, and the stock's 52-week range is $67.52 to $94.64. The company operates regulated electricity and …

Earnings call transcript: Global Water beats Q2 2026 forecasts, shares jump 10%

Global Water Resources (GWRS) exceeded Q2 2026 earnings and revenue forecasts, reporting $0.04 EPS on $17.8 million revenue, beating estimates of $0.03 EPS and $14.99 million. The Arizona-based utility's stock surged over 10% following the announcement, driven by strong organic growth, unregulated revenue from …

SOLV Energy (MWH) Q2 Revenue Surges 77%, Market Pricing Reflects Growth Expectations Despite Unprofitability

Terrestrial Energy’s Lifetime Revenue Up 29%, Advancing in Texas A&M, DOE Fuel Program – Quarterly Update Report

Download the Complete Report Here Terrestrial Energy Inc. (IMSR) Updated Unit Economics Strengthen Value Capture as Texas A&M, Fuel and NRC Progress Advance Commercialization Key Takeaways: 2Q26 advanced IMSR across all three execution pillars, with Texas A&M-RELLIS moving into site-level development, NRC licensing progress …

Truist Financial Cuts Public Service Enterprise Group (NYSE:PEG) Price Target to $84.00

Truist Financial has lowered its price target for Public Service Enterprise Group (NYSE:PEG) from $90.00 to $84.00, while maintaining a "hold" rating. This implies a potential upside of 10.6% from the stock's current price. Other analysts, including Citigroup and Jefferies, have also recently cut …

Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) Price Target Lowered to $66.00 at Truist Financial

Truist Financial has lowered its price target for Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) from $68.00 to $66.00 while maintaining a "hold" rating, suggesting a potential downside of 3.79%. This adjustment comes despite Dominion Energy reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly results with EPS of $0.79 against a consensus of …

SBS Stock Slides As Momentum Traders Eye Key Support

Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo – Sabesp (SBS) stock has fallen over 7% due to privatization uncertainty, breaking a multi-week uptrend. While SBS is a large, utility-style company with steady revenues and a stable profit margin, its recent price action …

Pennsylvania American Water plans about $700K in wastewater upgrades over 5 years

Pennsylvania American Water has completed the acquisition of the Sutersville-Sewickley Municipal Sewage Authority wastewater system for $3.25 million, serving approximately 500 customer connections. The company plans to invest around $700,000 over the next five years to improve the system's reliability and service quality. This …

Pennsylvania American Water Completes Acquisition of the Sutersville-Sewickley Municipal Sewage Authority Wastewater System

Acquisition delivers lower average rates and long-term infrastructure upgrades MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania American Water today completed its acquisition of the Sutersville-Sewickley Municipal Sewage Authority (SSMSA) wastewater system for $3.25 million. The newly acquired wastewater system serves approximately 500 customer …

Edison International (EIX) Stock Still Looks Cheap Following Wildfire Reform Warning

Edison International (EIX) stock appears undervalued despite recent wildfire liability concerns and potential credit rating pressure, trading at a P/E of 7.5x compared to an industry average of 21.4x. While the company has delivered a 68.8% return over five years, its current valuation suggests …