Exelon Corporation (EXC)

Sep 24, 2026

The U.S. Energy Department announced a $2 billion investment to upgrade the nation's aging power grid, aiming to boost electricity capacity by 23 gigawatts—enough to power 16 million homes. This initiative, part of President Trump's administration's efforts to combat potential blackouts due to surging AI-driven energy demand, will fund 31 projects across 26 states. The projects will incorporate new technologies like sensors to improve transmission reliability and reduce electricity costs for millions, utilizing funds from the bipartisan infrastructure law.

Sep 24, 2026

Entergy Corporation (ETR) is a vertically integrated utility operating in the Gulf Coast region. An analyst report from Argus, dated September 9, 2026, indicates that the company's guidance suggests strong earnings growth in the second half of 2026. The report covers Entergy's electric operations through its five regulated subsidiaries, including generation, transmission, and distribution.

Sep 23, 2026

Entergy recently hosted a panel discussion at the Global Black Economic Forum Business Summit during the ESSENCE Festival of Culture, focusing on the critical role of women in shaping the utility industry's future. Moderated by Entergy's John Hudson, the panel featured industry leaders Colette Honorable (Exelon) and Nicole Daggs (NextEra), who discussed grid modernization, clean energy transition, evolving customer expectations, and the importance of resilient operations. The discussion also highlighted preparing the next generation of energy professionals, emphasizing women's leadership, and addressing topics like AI, workforce readiness, and community trust.

Sep 18, 2026

The article highlights three utility stocks—Exelon (EXC), PG&E (PCG), and Centuri Holdings (CTRI)—that are positioned to perform well despite the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate hike, the first since 2023. These companies are identified as having strong financial health, with a times interest earned ratio greater than 1, and are focused on infrastructure investments to meet rising demand, particularly from data centers. All three currently hold a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) and a VGM Score of A or B, making them attractive options for investors in a rising interest rate environment.

Sep 16, 2026

Alphabet, Exelon, and Patterson-UTI recently paid dividends to their shareholders, totaling $0.74 per share across two September trading days. Each company operates in a different sector and has distinct dividend policies, reflecting their unique business strategies and financial health. This coincident payout illustrates how a diversified income portfolio delivers returns through various underlying business fundamentals.

Sep 15, 2026

PPL Corporation's shares have underperformed its industry and the Zacks Utilities sector in the past month, facing challenges such as competition in transmission, rising operating expenses, and execution risks from capital expenditures. Despite these headwinds, the company is benefiting from increasing data center demand in Pennsylvania and Kentucky, leading to a planned $23 billion investment in regulated infrastructure from 2026-2029 and efforts in clean energy and cost management. While PPL's earnings estimates are growing and it utilizes less debt than peers, its stock trades at a premium with a lower return on equity compared to the industry, suggesting investors might await a more attractive entry point.