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Xcel Energy: Green Power Giant Faces Stock Dip
10 Dec
Summary
- Xcel Energy has over half its electricity sales from carbon-free sources.
- XEL stock fell 7% from its 52-week high of $83.01.
- Q3 earnings missed Wall Street expectations; revenue also fell short.
Minneapolis-based Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) is a major player in the regulated electric utilities industry, distinguished by its substantial commitment to renewable energy. With more than half of its electricity sales originating from carbon-free sources, XEL aligns with global sustainability trends and appeals to environmentally conscious consumers.
Despite its strong renewable energy base, XEL experienced a recent dip, falling 7% from its 52-week high of $83.01. While the stock has shown gains over three and six-month periods, it underperformed the broader S&P 500 index over the past year. Trading above its 200-day moving average but recently below its 50-day average, XEL's technical indicators present a mixed picture.
Financial results for the third quarter revealed adjusted EPS of $1.24, missing analyst expectations of $1.31, and revenue of $3.92 billion, slightly below the forecasted $3.93 billion. Looking ahead, XEL projects full-year adjusted EPS between $3.75 and $3.85. In the competitive landscape, American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) has shown stronger recent performance.
