Constellation Energy (CEG) Stock News, Jan-Jul 2025

Constellation Energy (NASDAQ:CEG) celebrated significant progress in restarting Unit 1 at the Crane Clean Energy Center in Pennsylvania, with potential restart as early as 2027. The facility is now 64% staffed with nearly 400 full-time employees and 58 additional hires pending.

The project has gained strong support from Governor Josh Shapiro, Microsoft executives, and community leaders. Microsoft has made a historic investment to secure carbon-free electricity. The $1.6 billion investment is expected to create 3,400 jobs, add $16 billion to Pennsylvania's GDP, and generate over $3 billion in tax revenue. Constellation has also pledged $1 million in community contributions over five years.

Constellation (CEG) has secured approval from the New York State Public Service Commission for its planned acquisition of Calpine Corporation, marking a significant milestone in creating America's leading clean energy provider. The merger will combine Constellation's zero-emissions nuclear fleet with Calpine's low-emission natural gas and geothermal assets, establishing a coast-to-coast platform for sustainable power generation. The deal, which recently received approval from Texas' Public Utilities Commission, is expected to close in Q4 2025, pending approvals from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Department of Justice. CEO Joe Dominguez emphasized that the transaction will create a leading reliable and clean generation fleet to support the U.S. AI industry and meet nationwide energy demands.

Constellation (CEG) has secured regulatory approval from the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) for its planned acquisition of Calpine Corporation. The deal aims to create America's leading clean energy provider by combining Constellation's zero-emissions nuclear fleet with Calpine's low-emission natural gas and geothermal assets. The merger will establish a coast-to-coast energy company focused on meeting growing demand for sustainable power. CEO Joe Dominguez emphasized the deal's importance in strengthening customer service, particularly in high-demand markets like Texas. The transaction still requires approvals from the New York State Public Service Commission, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and Department of Justice, with expected closing in Q4 2025.

Constellation (CEG) and Meta have signed a landmark 20-year power purchase agreement for 1,121 megawatts of nuclear energy from the Clinton Clean Energy Center, starting June 2027. The deal ensures the plant's continued operation after Illinois' ZEC program expires, while expanding clean energy output by 30 megawatts through uprates. The agreement preserves 1,100 jobs, secures $13.5 million in annual tax revenue, and includes $1 million in charitable giving over five years. The Clinton facility, which powers 800,000 homes, was previously at risk of closure in 2017 due to financial losses. Meta's partnership provides a market-based solution replacing the state's ratepayer support, while supporting their AI operations and 100% clean energy commitment. Constellation is also exploring advanced nuclear reactor development at the site. The Brattle Group analysis showed that closing Clinton would have increased emissions by 34 million metric tons over 20 years and reduced Illinois' GDP by $765 million annually.

Constellation Energy (CEG) reported strong Q1 2025 results with Adjusted Operating Earnings of $2.14 per share, up from $1.82 in Q1 2024, while GAAP Net Income decreased to $0.38 per share from $2.78. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance of $8.90-$9.60 per share.

Operational highlights include a 94.1% nuclear capacity factor and 99.2% dispatch match rate for natural gas operations. The company's nuclear fleet produced 45,582 GWhs in Q1. Key developments include the ongoing Calpine acquisition, expected to close in Q4 2025, and the selection of Crane Clean Energy Center for fast-track interconnection in PJM, which will add over 1,150 megawatts of clean electricity to the grid.

Constellation Energy Corporation (Nasdaq: CEG) has announced its latest quarterly dividend payment. The company's Board of Directors has declared a dividend of $0.3878 per share on common stock.

Key details of the dividend announcement:

• Payment Date: June 6, 2025
• Record Date: May 16, 2025 (5 p.m. Eastern time)
• Dividend Amount: $0.3878 per share

This dividend announcement demonstrates Constellation Energy's commitment to providing regular returns to its shareholders through quarterly distributions.

Constellation Energy (CEG) reports ahead-of-schedule progress on its Three Mile Island Unit 1 restart project, now named the Crane Clean Energy Center. The project, backed by a power purchase agreement with Microsoft, will restore 835 megawatts of carbon-free energy to Pennsylvania's grid.

Key achievements include: hiring over 200 full-time employees with plans to reach 600+ before restart; completing main office building restoration; advancing equipment inspections of steam generator, turbines, and other critical components; and ordering three new main power transformers with a $35 million investment.

An independent study projects the restart will create 3,400 direct and indirect jobs, contribute $16 billion to state GDP, and generate over $3 billion in state and federal taxes. The company has committed to donating more than $1 million over five years to support local community initiatives.

Constellation Energy (CEG) reported strong financial results for Q4 and full year 2024. The company achieved GAAP Net Income of $2.71 per share and Adjusted Operating Earnings of $2.44 per share for Q4, while full-year figures reached $11.89 and $8.67 per share respectively, exceeding guidance.

Key developments include entering a definitive agreement to acquire Calpine in a cash and stock transaction worth $4.5 billion plus 50 million shares, completing $1 billion in share repurchases, and securing a credit rating upgrade from Moody's to Baa1. The company increased its dividend by 25% and plans another 10% growth in 2025.

Constellation affirmed its 2025 guidance range of $8.90-$9.60 per share and maintained strong operational performance with a 94.6% nuclear operating capacity factor for 2024. The company remains the largest producer of emissions-free energy in the U.S. for the 11th consecutive year.

Constellation (CEG) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) have partnered on a grant proposal to the U.S. Department of Energy to support obtaining an early site permit for advanced nuclear reactors at the Nine Mile Point Clean Energy Center in Oswego, New York.

The initiative aligns with Governor Hochul's 2025 State of the State address, which calls for a master plan for responsible advanced nuclear development in New York. Currently, nuclear energy produces more than 20% of New York's energy, with Constellation's three upstate facilities generating nearly half of the state's clean electricity.

NYSERDA's cost share funding represents a important step in evaluating the feasibility of new nuclear development in New York. If approved, the DOE funding would support pursuing an early site permit at Nine Mile Point, valid for 10-20 years. The DOE's decision on awardees is expected in early summer. Additionally, New York will lead a multi-state Consortium on Nuclear Energy focused on cost reduction and risk-sharing.