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Clearwater approves 30-year contract with Duke Energy

Clearwater has approved a new 30-year contract with Duke Energy after two years of exploring the possibility of running its own electric utility. The decision was influenced by the financial risks associated with a city-run utility, especially with an upcoming property tax referendum, and …

New Era Energy backs Texas Governor's push for stricter data center oversight to protect resources and communities

New Era Energy & Digital supports Texas Governor Greg Abbott's call for increased oversight of data center development, advocating for transparency in resource usage and community impact. The company plans to implement responsible development practices at its Texas Critical Data Centers project, including dedicated …

Virginia data center boom pushes Dominion deeper into costly power market

Dominion's fuel costs in Virginia have escalated by nearly 90% in five years, primarily due to the increased demand from data centers, pushing the utility into volatile wholesale electricity markets. This surge in costs is raising concerns about higher power bills for residential customers …

Is PPL Positioned to Capitalize on AI and Data Center Demand?

PPL Corporation PPL is poised to benefit from growing electricity demand driven by the expansion of AI-powered data centers across its Pennsylvania and Kentucky service territories. AI-driven data centers use significantly more electricity due to intensive computing, powerful chips and cooling needs, boosting utility …

PSEG (PEG) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Image source: The Motley Fool. DATE Aug. 4, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET CALL PARTICIPANTS Chair, President, and CEO - Ralph LaRossa Executive Vice President and CFO - Daniel Cregg Investor Relations - Carlotta Chan Full Conference Call Transcript Operator: Ladies and gentlemen, thank …

Evergy has 3 GW of large loads signed and a 5-GW generation pipeline

Evergy has signed contracts for 3 GW of large loads, primarily data centers, and is in advanced discussions for another 1-2 GW. To support this growth, the utility plans to build over 5 GW of new generation by 2032, including natural gas, solar, and …

SAMT Dividend: 0.62% Yield, $0.27/Share — History & Dates

The article details the dividend history and yield for the Strategas Macro Thematic Opportunities ETF (SAMT). SAMT currently offers a 0.61% dividend yield, distributing $0.27 per share annually, with a payout ratio of 0.52. The ETF has been consistently paying dividends since 2022 and …

Pinnacle West Capital (PNW) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Pinnacle West Capital (PNW) reported Q2 2026 consolidated net income of $178.6 million and diluted EPS of $1.43, a decrease from the prior year due to higher interest charges and depreciation, despite an increase in total operating revenues to $1.46 billion. The company experienced …

Assenagon Asset Management S.A. Has $11.61 Million Stock Position in Ameren Corporation $AEE

Assenagon Asset Management S.A. significantly increased its stake in Ameren Corporation (NYSE:AEE) by 1,628% in the second quarter, now holding 102,697 shares valued at $11.61 million. Ameren exceeded quarterly earnings estimates with $1.13 EPS, though revenue decreased, and maintains a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating …

Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG) insider plans $596K sale of 8,000 shares

An insider at Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG) has filed a Form 144 indicating a planned sale of 8,000 common shares, valued at $596,482.00, through Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC on or after August 11, 2026. These shares were acquired between 2017 and 2026 through …

Asesoramos a YPF en la venta de su participación en MetroGAS y MetroENERGÍA a Edenor

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised YPF S.A. on the sale of its 70% stake in MetroGAS S.A. and 5% in MetroENERGÍA S.A. to Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte S.A. (EDENOR). The transaction, which followed a competitive process organized by Citibank N.A., is pending …

NextEra Energy Inc. stock outperforms competitors on strong trading day

NextEra Energy Inc. stock (NEE) rose 1.23% to $85.74 on Tuesday, outperforming the broader market which saw the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average decline. This marks the third consecutive day of gains for NextEra Energy. The positive performance occurred during an …

Emera Inc. stock rises Tuesday, outperforms market

Emera Inc. (EMA) stock increased by 0.78% to C$71.24 on Tuesday, outperforming the Canadian market as the S&P/TSX Composite Index rose by 0.05%. The company's shares closed 8.7% below its 52-week high of C$77.99, achieved on July 28th.

Fortis Inc. stock rises Tuesday, outperforms market

Fortis Inc. (FTS) shares rose 1.15% to C$78.12 on Tuesday, outperforming the Canadian market as the S&P/TSX Composite Index also saw a slight gain. Despite the rise, the stock closed 6.7% below its 52-week high achieved on July 28th.

PowerBank signs lease for 4-MW solar project in Ontario

PowerBank has signed a lease agreement for a 4-MW solar project located in Ontario, Canada. This development is part of the ongoing expansion in the solar power sector within the region. The article indicates a growing trend in renewable energy projects.

Caterpillar sales surpass $20B as generators for data centers take off

Caterpillar reported record sales and revenue of $20.5 billion in the second quarter, driven by strong demand across its construction, power and energy, and resource industries segments. A significant portion of this growth came from power generation, particularly generators for data centers, leading the …

WEC Energy Group Currently Down 12 Consecutive Days -- Data Talk

WEC Energy Group (WEC) is experiencing its longest losing streak on record, down for 12 consecutive days, totaling an 8.64% decrease. The stock is currently trading at $105.77, marking its lowest close since January 12, 2026, and is down 11.01% from its all-time high …

National Grid Share Price: Group Restructure

National Grid announced plans to simplify its group structure on August 3, 2026, alongside its ongoing £70 billion energy network investment program. The company's shares traded at £11.91 on August 10, 2026, having risen by approximately 4.1% year-to-date and 13.0% over the past year. …

Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas urge everyone to call 811 before digging

Aug. 11 is National Safe Digging Day, recognizing the importance of having underground utility lines marked prior to digging or excavating Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas reported damage to underground electric and natural gas lines nearly 4,500 times this year Video here: Learn …

Duke Energy: Call 811 at Least Three Business Days Before Digging

Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas are urging individuals to call 811 at least three business days before any digging project, especially on National Safe Digging Day, August 11th. This initiative aims to prevent damages to underground utility lines, which amounted to nearly 4,500 …

Terrestrial Energy Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Terrestrial Energy reported progress in its Q2 earnings across engineering, regulatory, supply-chain, and commercial development for its IMSR small modular reactor. The company outlined updated unit economics, increasing estimated lifetime revenue per unit to $2.7 billion and raising blended gross profit margin to 33%. …

Ohio regulators want to fine FirstEnergy for its grid failures: Today in Ohio

Ohio regulators are proposing a $3 million fine and six corrective actions against FirstEnergy subsidiary, Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company (CEI), for repeated power outages in Lakewood due to aging infrastructure. The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) found probable violations of state law, with …

Alliant Energy Corp (MEX:LNT) Stock Price, Trades & News

CenterPoint Ties $5B Savings Forecast to Texas Data Center Power Boom

CenterPoint Energy forecasts over $5 billion in savings for existing Texas customers in the next decade due to a surge in electricity demand from data centers and other large users. This saving is contingent on up to 14 gigawatts of proposed large-load projects connecting …

Analysts Offer Insights on Utilities Companies: PPL (PPL) and Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG)

Analysts from Bank of America Securities have issued bullish ratings for PPL (PPL) and Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG) in the Utilities sector. PPL received a Buy rating with an 18.1% upside from its current levels, while Constellation Energy Corporation also maintained a Buy rating, …

Incentive Rebate360 Earns Georgia Power Commercial Energy Efficiency Program Gold Participating Contractor Recognition

Incentive Rebate360 has been recognized as a Georgia Power Commercial Energy Efficiency Program Gold Participating Contractor for April through June 2026, acknowledging their completion of over 50 qualifying energy efficiency projects. This designation highlights their commitment to helping Georgia businesses maximize energy rebates and …

PSE&G observes Call Before You Dig Day, urging customers to call 811 before ground projects

Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) is observing Call Before You Dig Day on August 11th, reminding New Jersey residents and contractors that contacting 811 is legally required before any digging project. This annual observance promotes safe excavation to prevent damage to underground …

WEC Energy Group appoints Caroline Garcia as vice president and controller

WEC Energy Group has announced the appointment of Caroline Garcia as vice president and controller, effective August 31, 2026. Garcia, a certified public accountant with extensive experience at KPMG LLP and TXNM Energy, will receive an annual base salary of $335,000 and will succeed …

Exelon Adds Public Grid and Buckstop to 2c2i Portfolio, Advancing Affordable and Sustainable Energy Solutions

CHICAGO, August 11, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Exelon Foundation has added two new companies to its Climate Change Investment Initiative (2c2i) portfolio: Public Grid and Buckstop. The investments reflect Exelon's commitment to supporting solutions that improve affordability, make better use of resources and contribute to a …

Exelon Backs a Platform Connecting Residents to Energy-Saving Programs

The Exelon Foundation has invested in Public Grid and Buckstop through its Climate Change Investment Initiative (2c2i). Public Grid connects residents to energy-saving programs through multifamily housing, aiming to reduce costs and promote efficient energy use. Buckstop focuses on recovering value from existing materials …

Form 8K WEC Energy Group Inc For: 11 August By Investing.com

This article reports that WEC Energy Group Inc filed a Form 8K on August 11. The article itself is very short, primarily serving as a link to the SEC filing, and is surrounded by various financial market data and unrelated news headlines from Investing.com.

PSEG claims to contribute $16.3 billion in total economic out to N.J. since 2025

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) announced its 2025 Community Impact Update, stating an estimated $16.3 billion in total economic output contributed to New Jersey. The report also detailed plans for $22.5 billion to $25.5 billion in regulated capital investment into infrastructure through 2030, $2.4 …

Erste Group Bank Expects Lower Earnings for NextEra Energy

Erste Group Bank has slightly reduced its FY2026 earnings estimate for NextEra Energy to $4.03 per share from $4.04, while maintaining a "Hold" rating. Despite this, NextEra Energy's latest quarterly results surpassed EPS expectations, reporting $1.15 against an estimated $1.11, though revenue of $7.53 …

Eco Wave Power Reports H1 2026 Results, Highlighting Strong Financial and Operational Progress

Eco Wave Power reported strong H1 2026 results, featuring a 12% reduction in net loss, a 9% decrease in operating expenses, and a 58% increase in cash position, following a successful $4.0 million direct offering. The company also made significant progress in integrating AI …

Terrestrial Energy reports Q2 2026 net loss $9.4M, cash $283.4M and revised lifetime revenue per plant to $2.7B

Terrestrial Energy reported a Q2 2026 net loss of $9.4 million, ending the quarter with $283.4 million in cash. The company also announced that the NRC approved its Postulated Initiating Events methodology, leading to a revised estimated lifetime revenue per IMSR plant of $2.7 …

Terrestrial Energy Ended 2Q With $283.4M in Cash, Cash Equivalents and Investments >IMSR

Terrestrial Energy concluded the second quarter with a robust financial position, holding $283.4 million in cash, cash equivalents, and investments. This significant liquidity provides the company with a strong foundation for future operations and strategic initiatives.