Dominion Energy Inc (D)

Nov 11, 2026

Southern Company (SO) reported a significant 59% year-over-year increase in electricity usage by data centers in Q3 2026, driven by the expansion of AI and cloud computing. This surge in demand has led to a pipeline of approximately 21 gigawatts in signed contracts and an estimated $4 billion in additional investment beyond its base capital plan. The company's strong third-quarter earnings, with adjusted EPS up to $1.94, reflect this growth, though it also raises questions about financing needs and maintaining customer affordability.

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

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 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 3, 2026

Dominion Energy (D) stock has significantly underperformed the S&P 500 over the past five years in terms of price return. While dividends, offering a 3.9% yield, helped offset some of the share price decline, they were insufficient to close the substantial gap compared to the market's total return, even though Dominion pays higher dividends than the S&P 500. Investors holding Dominion for income should note that NextEra Energy agreed to acquire Dominion in an all-stock deal expected to close in the second half of 2027, which will impact future returns.

Nov 3, 2026

Dominion Energy has reported a significant increase in data center demand, with 54.9GW of capacity in various stages of contracting, a 13 percent rise since the end of last year. The utility also provided updates on its Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project and its proposed merger with NextEra Energy, which is currently undergoing regulatory scrutiny despite facing political and industry opposition.

Nov 3, 2026

NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy have filed rebuttal testimony with the Virginia State Corporation Commission to strengthen their proposed combination with additional customer and financial protections. The companies have accepted the vast majority of conditions proposed by the Commission Staff and Consumer Counsel, enhancing financial safeguards and independence for Dominion Energy Virginia. This proposal aims to provide immediate bill relief and long-term affordability through shareholder-funded bill credits, while leveraging NextEra Energy's capital, scale, and operational efficiency to meet Virginia's growing electricity demand.

Nov 3, 2026

Jeffrey E. Eberwein, CEO of Star Equity Holdings, Inc., sold 2 Series A Preferred Stock shares at $9.02 each on October 29, 2026, under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. After the transaction, Eberwein directly held 750,094 Series A Preferred Stock shares. The trading plan, adopted by Eberwein and assumed by Clear Street LLC, allows sales to continue until October 1, 2028.

Nov 2, 2026

Vitesse Energy (NYSE:VTS) reported Q3 2026 results with revenue exceeding market expectations, up 23% year-on-year to $82.95 million, though its GAAP loss of $0.86 per share significantly missed analyst estimates. Despite strong revenue growth and a successful DJ Basin acquisition, the company's adjusted EBITDA fell short of consensus, and its free cash flow margin declined. Vitesse Energy emphasized its disciplined capital allocation and strategy to strengthen its portfolio and support dividends.

Nov 2, 2026

This article by Earl Zimmerman provides an update on environmental news, the climate crisis, and related politics and policies. It covers topics such as proposed energy mergers, virtual power plants, extreme weather events, the impact of wildfires on the insurance market, and international efforts and challenges in climate mitigation. The piece also delves into renewable energy growth, challenges in the global food system, and ecojustice issues.

Nov 2, 2026

Morningstar analyst Andrew Bischof rates WEC Energy Group, highlighting its strong economic development which supports a $47.5 billion capital plan. The company serves electric and gas customers across several Midwestern states and holds a 60% stake in American Transmission Co. The report, published on October 29, 2026, details WEC's asset mix and provides an overview of its utility businesses.

Nov 2, 2026

Morningstar analyst Andrew Bischof published a report on WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC), highlighting that the company's strong economic development supports its $47.5 billion capital plan. WEC Energy Group operates electric and gas utilities across multiple states and holds a significant stake in American Transmission Co. The report notes the company's asset mix and provides a current price and fair value rating.

Oct 31, 2026

A Morningstar analyst report on Dominion Energy, Inc. highlights the company's integrated energy operations, including 31 gigawatts of electric generation and extensive transmission lines, and notes its construction of a 5.2 GW offshore wind farm. The report also mentions increasing stakeholder pushback against a transaction involving NextEra. The analysis provides key financial details like a current price of $66.62.

Oct 30, 2026

Dominion Energy reported a Q3 2026 GAAP net income of $1.2 billion, an increase from $1.0 billion in Q3 2025, with earnings per share rising to $1.30. Operating earnings for the quarter were $1.1 billion, or $1.28 per share. These results come as Virginia implements stricter regulations for data centers exceeding 25 megawatts, which require significant power infrastructure upgrades.

Oct 30, 2026

Dominion Energy Inc. (D) reported a strong third quarter, with profit reaching $1.16 billion, or $1.30 per share. Adjusted earnings of $1.28 per share surpassed Wall Street estimates of $1.20 per share. The energy company's revenue of $5.62 billion also beat forecasts, and it expects full-year earnings between $3.45 and $3.69 per share.

Oct 29, 2026

Over 4,000 Dominion Energy customers in Portsmouth, Virginia, experienced a power outage on Thursday. As of 3:30 p.m. on October 29, approximately 4,500 customers were affected, with crews assessing the situation and planning to re-route power. WAVY.com advises checking their site for ongoing updates.

Oct 29, 2026

Over 4,000 Dominion Energy customers in Portsmouth, Virginia, are currently without power due to an outage. Crews are assessing the situation and planning to re-route power. Updates will be provided on WAVY.com.

Oct 29, 2026

Burying electrical lines underground offers significant benefits like protection from weather and vegetation, reducing outages and wildfire risks, as demonstrated by initiatives from PG&E and CenterPoint Energy. However, the primary deterrent is the high cost, which is typically passed on to customers, leading utilities to balance reliability improvements with ratepayer affordability. While some customers are willing to pay more for increased reliability or aesthetics, the massive investment required, potentially hundreds of billions for an entire state like California, necessitates careful strategic planning and long-term financing approaches.

Oct 29, 2026

Quanta Services reported a strong third quarter, significantly beating EPS and revenue estimates and raising its guidance for the third time this year. The company's backlog surged by $10 billion to a record $63.7 billion, indicating robust demand. While labor was previously a constraint, management now identifies supply chain issues (copper, poles, transformers, breakers) as the primary growth limiter.

Oct 29, 2026

Dominion Energy Inc. (D) stock rose 1.31% on Thursday to $65.12, despite an overall negative trading session for the broader market, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both declining. Despite its daily gains, Dominion Energy underperformed compared to its competitors. The stock closed 10.78% below its 52-week high of $72.99, reached on July 17th.

Oct 29, 2026

Virginia's State Corporation Commission (SCC) is preparing for an evidentiary hearing on November 17 to review NextEra Energy's proposed $67 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger's administration and SCC staff have called for rejection of the merger as currently structured, demanding stronger conditions including a six-year residential base rate freeze and significantly increased bill credits. Despite NextEra's defense of the deal, which includes $2 billion in rate credits, the outcome hinges on the SCC's decision by mid-January 2027, with public comment opportunities continuing until early November.

Oct 28, 2026

NextEra Energy CEO John Ketchum defended the proposed $67 billion merger with Dominion Energy, citing nearly $2 billion in proposed rate credits and his company's leadership in renewable energy. This defense comes as Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger and State Corporation Commission staff have voiced strong opposition, calling for significant changes including increased bill credits, a six-year rate freeze, and stronger clean energy commitments. NextEra plans to file a formal rebuttal before an evidentiary hearing in mid-November, with the SCC expected to make a decision in January.

Oct 28, 2026

This article analyzes NextEra Energy's financial performance, focusing on its largest segment, Florida Power & Light (FPL). It highlights that FPL, while slower growing than NextEra Energy Resources, accounts for the majority of the company's revenue. The author suggests FPL should prioritize growing its sales in Florida rather than just focusing on building new infrastructure, especially with potential new demand from data centers.

Oct 28, 2026

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE) reported Q3 2026 adjusted earnings of $1.24 per share, surpassing estimates, while revenues missed expectations. The company reaffirmed its long-term growth outlook, driven by strong renewable project demand and progress on its proposed merger with Dominion Energy, despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny and financing considerations. NextEra is also expanding its data center power opportunities and working towards closing the Dominion merger by the second half of 2027.

Oct 28, 2026

Dominion Energy Virginia's 2026 Integrated Resource Plan proposes adding 39.2 GW of new generation and storage to the grid by 2046 at a cost of $183.4 billion, which could increase a typical 1,000 kWh residential bill by $103.34 to $277.91 by 2046, depending on the calculation method. The plan includes significant solar, offshore wind, storage, and natural gas, with a focus on meeting growing demand from data centers. A new study by Brattle/ESIG highlights that the impact on existing customer rates from large loads varies significantly based on system capacity and tariff design, suggesting that Virginia's approach to cost allocation will be critical.

Oct 28, 2026

A Shentel representative addressed complaints from Clarksville residents regarding service outages, slow internet, and missing Virginia television stations. The company acknowledged shortcomings and outlined significant investments in broadband capacity, changes to broadcast stations, and an ongoing IP migration to improve service. While acknowledging some issues are out of their direct control due to FCC market designations, Shentel is working to strengthen signals and remains committed to customer satisfaction.

Oct 27, 2026

Alexandria and Arlington officials are advocating for increased customer protections and accelerated clean energy initiatives in the proposed $66.8 billion merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy. They've identified three core concerns: potential rate increases, reduced attention to local needs by a larger parent company, and the merger's impact on climate commitments. The localities are demanding enhanced bill credits, a larger commitment to energy assistance programs, and an accelerated timeline for achieving 100% renewable energy targets.