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Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp operates regulated electric, natural gas, and water utilities alongside renewable power generation facilities across North America. The company's news coverage reflects the dual nature of this business model, with developments spanning utility rate proceedings, infrastructure investment programs, renewable energy project updates, and financial performance reporting.
For the regulated utility segment, news typically centers on rate case filings and regulatory commission decisions that directly impact allowed returns on invested capital. Infrastructure expansion announcements signal growth in service territories through system acquisitions or organic customer additions. Service reliability improvements, grid modernization initiatives, and regulatory compliance developments also generate newsworthy updates that affect operational performance and capital allocation.
The renewable and thermal power generation portfolio produces news related to project development milestones, power purchase agreement signings, and asset acquisitions or divestitures. Contract renewals and extensions impact long-term revenue visibility, while new project announcements indicate growth pipeline development. Generation facility performance, capacity factor achievements, and operational issues at wind, solar, hydroelectric, or natural gas plants affect earnings contributions from this segment.
Financial reporting events including quarterly earnings releases and dividend declarations provide regular insight into business performance across both segments. These reports detail utility customer growth, rate base expansion, generation output levels, and contract renewals. Capital allocation decisions, debt financing activities, and credit rating actions also emerge as material news affecting the company's financial position and strategic flexibility.
Tracking Algonquin's news feed helps investors monitor regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions, assess renewable energy development progress, and evaluate management's capital deployment decisions. The intersection of stable utility earnings and contracted generation cash flows creates a news profile distinct from pure-play utilities or merchant power generators.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) announced the appointment of Arthur Kacprzak as the new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding David Bronicheski, who has retired. Kacprzak, who joined the company in 2012, has extensive experience in corporate finance and treasury. The transition is described as part of a strategy to ensure continuity in leadership while maintaining the company's growth trajectory. APUC manages approximately $11 billion in assets and focuses on sustainable energy solutions.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) announced its agreement to acquire 53.5% of Empresa de Servicios Sanitarios de Los Lagos S.A. (ESSAL) for $92.3 million, expanding its regulated utility presence in Southern Chile. This move positions APUC in a stable, investment-grade OECD country with high GDP growth potential. The acquisition is expected to enhance APUC's Adjusted Net Earnings per share and Adjusted Funds from Operations, as it taps into opportunities in water and clean energy sectors. The deal is anticipated to close in 2020.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX: AQN) reported financial results for Q2 2020, showing stable revenues of $343.6 million. However, adjusted EBITDA decreased to $176.3 million, down 7% from the previous year. Adjusted net earnings fell 13% to $47.4 million, with earnings per share dropping to $0.09. Despite challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Renewable Energy Group remained stable, and the company announced plans for a four-year partnership with Chevron to develop renewable energy projects. APUC maintains its 2020 capital investment guidance of $1.3 billion to $1.75 billion.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) announced preferred share dividends for Q3 2020. Series A shareholders will receive C$0.32263 and Series D shareholders C$0.31819, both payable on September 30, 2020, to shareholders on record as of September 15, 2020. These dividends qualify as eligible dividends under Canadian tax laws. APUC, with assets of approximately $11 billion, operates in energy and water solutions, serving around 807,000 connections in the U.S. and Canada, and is recognized for its renewable energy initiatives.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) announced a dividend of U.S. $0.1551 per share for the third quarter of 2020. This dividend is payable on October 15, 2020, to shareholders on record as of September 30, 2020, for the period from July 1 to September 30, 2020. Shareholders can opt for cash dividends in Canadian dollars at C$0.2056. APUC, a leader in renewable energy, manages approximately $11 billion in assets and serves about 807,000 connections in North America.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. and Chevron U.S.A. have announced a collaboration to co-develop renewable energy projects expected to generate over 500 megawatts (MW) of electricity. This four-year agreement aims to support Chevron's global operations while reducing its carbon footprint. The projects, planned to commence in 2021, will be located in the U.S. Permian Basin, Argentina, Kazakhstan, and Western Australia. This initiative aligns with Chevron's commitment to cleaner energy and represents a significant capacity equivalent to powering 400,000 U.S. households for a year.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) will release its Q2 2020 financial results on August 13, 2020, post market hours. A conference call will follow on August 14, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. ET, led by CEO Arun Banskota and CFO David Bronicheski. The call can be accessed via toll-free numbers in Canada and the U.S. APUC operates with approximately $11 billion in total assets, serving around 805,000 connections in North America. The company continues to expand its renewable energy portfolio, with over 2 GW of installed capacity.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX: AQN) announced the retirement of CEO Ian Robertson and the appointment of Arun Banskota as the new CEO effective July 17, 2020. This transition, part of a multi-year initiative, aims to maintain the company's growth trajectory and deliver long-term shareholder value. Under Robertson, APUC grew to approximately U.S. $11 billion in assets and expanded its renewable energy capacity. Banskota, previously President and with extensive experience in the energy sector, will continue executing APUC's strategic growth plan in the evolving utility landscape.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) announced the successful closing of a bought deal public offering and a concurrent registered offering, raising a total of $983 million. The bought deal generated $633 million from the sale of 36,995,500 shares at $17.10 each, while a concurrent offering of 20,470,000 shares further contributed $350 million. Proceeds will be allocated towards renewable development projects and general corporate purposes. APUC's total assets amount to approximately $11 billion, fueling growth in utility services.
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