Ameren Corp (AEE)

Nov 11, 2026

Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) shares are rising after the company announced that utilities using its Opower software achieved a record for cutting peak electricity demand. The software, which uses AI and behavioral science, helped trim a combined 1 gigawatt during 73 events over the winter and summer seasons, a 50% increase from 2025. This success is driven by behavioral demand response and peak time rebates, opening "virtual power plants" for 4.3 million customers.

Nov 11, 2026

The Montana Public Service Commission has approved the merger between NorthWestern Energy and Black Hills Energy in a 3-2 split vote. The approval includes two conditions, requiring the utility to develop plans for their increased share of electrical generation at the Colstrip power plant. The companies argue the merger will make them stronger, more efficient, and better able to access financing, while dissenting commissioners believe ratepayers are not receiving enough direct benefit.

Nov 9, 2026

Ameren Corp. (AEE) stock increased by 1.04% to $114.02 on Monday, marking its second consecutive day of gains. Despite this rise, the utility's performance underperformed the broader market, as the S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average saw larger gains. The S&P 500 rose 2.35% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 2.15% on the same trading session.

Nov 9, 2026

Ameren is encouraging active-duty military members and veterans to apply for grants from its Military Assistance Fund, which still has available money for energy bill payment assistance. This fund supports eligible residential customers of Ameren Illinois and Ameren Missouri, offering grants every 12 months. The company emphasizes that additional energy assistance programs are also available, urging those in need to seek help before falling further behind on payments.

Nov 7, 2026

Dominion Energy and local partners hosted an Energy Assistance Day in Dorchester County, providing over 100 residents with access to energy-saving solutions, assistance programs, and community resources. The event focused on educating seniors on managing household expenses and promoting safety, with Dominion Energy planning further outreach across South Carolina.

Nov 6, 2026

Ameren, a regulated utility in Illinois and Missouri, anticipates 8%-10% annual earnings growth through 2031, primarily driven by increasing data center demand. This growth outlook is supported by significant investment opportunities, especially in Missouri due to improved regulation, with management adeptly navigating Illinois' regulatory landscape.

Nov 6, 2026

Columbia Gas of Virginia, through the NiSource Charitable Foundation and the Virginia Fire Chiefs Association, is donating nearly 600 carbon monoxide alarms to 15 fire and emergency departments across Virginia during Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month. Departments receiving the alarms must agree to assist with installation, provide resident safety education, and inform residents about proper testing and emergency protocols. The initiative aims to protect individuals and families by raising awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide.

Nov 6, 2026

Ameren (NYSE: AEE) reported a beat on its third-quarter earnings, driven by record heat and non-recurring investment gains, though underlying organic demand was soft. The company also announced a significantly larger and more expensive data-center growth plan, increasing its five-year capital plan to $38.1 billion and raising its long-term EPS growth target. This ambitious plan, anchored by signed agreements with major tech companies like Google and Amazon, comes with increased financing demands, including higher equity issuance and a lower dividend payout ratio target, along with notable execution and regulatory risks.

Nov 6, 2026

Ameren (NYSE: AEE) reported strong third-quarter 2026 earnings of $2.42 per share, leading the company to raise its 2026 EPS guidance to $5.35-$5.55 and issue 2027 guidance of $5.70-$5.90. This growth is fueled by increased energy demand, economic development, and significant infrastructure investments, including a planned $38.1 billion over the next five years. Ameren anticipates an 8-10% compound annual EPS growth from 2027-2031, driven by large-load electric service agreements and expanding its generation and transmission capabilities.

Nov 6, 2026

Over 2,600 customers on Hayden Island experienced a power outage early Friday morning due to an equipment failure in a Portland General Electric powerline. The outage was identified around 2:45 a.m., and crews were dispatched to assess and fix the issue. Power was targeted to be restored around 8:45 a.m.

Nov 5, 2026

KEPCO President Kim Dong-cheol advocates for electricity rate normalization to address an accumulated deficit of 34 trillion won and fund power grid expansion, but stresses that industrial electricity rate hikes should be a last resort. He also highlighted the need for the fuel cost indexing system to function properly, allowing rates to fall when international fuel prices decrease, and supported the introduction of a regional locational marginal pricing (LMP) system. Kim noted that the Honam semiconductor industrial complex power supply project is on track for early next year.

Nov 1, 2026

T1 Energy has secured a federal waiver from the Department of Commerce, enabling it to continue and expand its advanced photovoltaic manufacturing in Texas. This waiver supports the import of solar cells to maintain uninterrupted production at its G1_Dallas facility while construction on its G2_Austin solar cell factory progresses. The move reinforces T1 Energy's position as a leading U.S. solar manufacturer and supports Texas's growing role in utility-scale solar energy production.

Oct 31, 2026

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is now using a Tecnam P2012 Special Mission Platform (SMP) for surveying its 16,000 miles of electrical transmission lines. This shift from helicopters to a fixed-wing aircraft has significantly reduced operating costs by 75% and improved data collection speed and altitude. The P2012 SMP, equipped with LiDAR and cameras, surveys over three acres per second, streamlining vegetation management and enhancing safety for field personnel.

Oct 29, 2026

Ahead of the November 3, 2026, midterm elections, Morningstar analysts highlight four undervalued utilities stocks, as state races could significantly impact regulatory policies concerning electricity affordability and data center demand. Regulatory decisions are crucial for utilities' earnings growth, especially with rising interest rates and large capital investments planned. The four stocks—Alliant Energy, DTE Energy, Duke Energy, and Edison International—score well on regulatory measures and are trading below Morningstar's fair value estimates.