NRG Energy jumps 2.7% as Q4 EPS seen at $1.19
NRG Energy shares rose 2.68% to $160.63, outperforming the S&P 500 as the Utilities sector rose 6.55% over the past month. The company’s Q4 EPS is projected at $1.19, down 21.7% y/y, on revenues of $7.32 billion, ahead of full-year forecasts of $8.05 EPS and $31.14 billion.
1. Stock Performance
NRG Energy closed at $160.63, up 2.68% in the latest trading session, outpacing the S&P 500’s 0.01% loss and the Nasdaq’s 0.16% decline. Over the past month, shares have gained 3.88%, trailing the Utilities sector’s 6.55% advance yet outperforming the S&P 500’s 0.28% drop.
2. Q4 Earnings Preview
The company will report fourth-quarter results on February 24, with earnings per share forecast at $1.19, a 21.7% decrease year-over-year, on expected revenue of $7.32 billion, marking a 7.4% increase from Q4 2024.
3. Full-Year Outlook and Valuation
Analysts project fiscal 2026 EPS of $8.05, up 21.2%, and revenue of $31.14 billion, up 10.7%. NRG trades at a forward P/E of 16.29, below the industry average of 18.26, while consensus EPS estimates have fallen 16.0% over the past 30 days and support a sell rating.