Welcome to our dedicated page for Entergy news (Ticker: ETR), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Entergy stock.
News and disclosures about Entergy Corporation (ETR) focus on its activities as a regulated utility holding company that produces, transmits and distributes electricity for approximately 3 million customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Company news releases highlight capital investment programs, regulatory decisions, board and leadership changes, financial results and dividend actions, providing context for how Entergy manages its utility operations and growth strategy.
Investors and observers can expect frequent updates on grid reliability and capacity expansion initiatives. Examples include Entergy Arkansas’s “Next Generation Arkansas” plan, which addresses reliability improvements, new generation resources and economic development, and Entergy Texas’s STEP Ahead plan, which covers transmission projects, resiliency efforts and new power stations to support Southeast Texas growth. Entergy Louisiana news has described new combined-cycle natural gas facilities designed to strengthen reliability and support large customers such as data centers.
Entergy’s news flow also covers corporate governance and leadership developments, such as the election of new independent directors and planned executive retirements, as well as participation in industry events like the Edison Electric Institute Financial Conference. Regular earnings releases provide information on quarterly results, guidance ranges for adjusted earnings per share and key regulatory or project milestones.
Dividend announcements, preferred stock actions at subsidiaries such as Entergy Texas, and financing activities are additional recurring topics. Together, these items offer insight into Entergy’s financial policy, capital structure and long-term investment plans. For readers following ETR, this news page serves as a centralized view of the company’s operational, regulatory and financial developments across its multi-state utility footprint.
Entergy has appointed John O. Hudson III as senior vice president of federal policy, regulatory, and government affairs, starting April 22, 2022. Reporting to Marcus Brown, he will lead efforts to secure federal funding from the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which allocates $62 billion for clean energy and resilience initiatives. Hudson will replace Mike Twomey, who is retiring. Hudson has a robust background in utility leadership, having previously led Nicor Gas Corporation and held key positions at Southern Company Gas.
Entergy has released its 2021 Integrated Report, highlighting its environmental, social, governance, and financial performances. The report emphasizes the company’s commitment to sustainability, including a goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and plans to expand renewable energy capacity to 11,000 megawatts by 2030. Entergy reported adjusted earnings per share of $6.02, maintaining solid financial performance with consistent revenue growth.
Entergy's board has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.01 per share, payable on June 1, 2022, to shareholders of record by May 5, 2022. This marks the continuation of dividend payments since 1988, reflecting Entergy's commitment to delivering value to its investors.
On March 21, 2022, Entergy Texas, Inc. (NYSE: ETI-PR) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.3359375 per share on its preferred stock. This dividend is scheduled for payment on April 15, 2022, to shareholders of record as of March 31, 2022. Entergy Texas serves over 486,000 customers across 27 counties and is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR), which delivers power to 3 million families and businesses throughout the Gulf South region.
Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) reported Q4 2021 earnings per share (EPS) of $1.28 (as-reported) and 76 cents (adjusted), a decline from Q4 2020's $1.93 and 71 cents, respectively. For full-year 2021, EPS was $5.54 as-reported and $6.02 adjusted, down from $6.90 and $5.66 in 2020. The company initiated 2022 adjusted EPS guidance of $6.15 to $6.45. Notable developments included new solar projects and partnerships aimed at enhancing renewable energy capabilities. Despite challenges, Entergy aims to invest in customer solutions and clean electrification for future growth.
Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) will announce its 2021 financial results on February 23, 2022, before the market opens. A live webcast, featuring CEO Leo Denault and CFO Drew Marsh, will take place at 10 a.m. Central time on the same day. The presentation materials will be available on Entergy's investor website prior to the call. An archived replay can be accessed until March 2, 2022. Entergy serves approximately 3 million customers across the Gulf South, focusing on a cleaner energy future.
Entergy has launched a new corporate brand and logo, marking a significant transformation aimed at becoming the premier electric utility. This rebranding reflects the company's commitment to providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy while focusing on reducing carbon emissions. Entergy aims to enhance customer experience through positive interactions and superior services. The new logo, updated for the first time in over 30 years, symbolizes the company's innovative approach and dedication to a sustainable future. Full implementation of the new branding will occur over several months.
Entergy Corporation has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.01 per share on its common stock, set to be paid on March 1, 2022. Shareholders of record as of February 11, 2022 will receive this dividend. This marks an unbroken history of dividend payments to shareholders since 1988. Entergy serves approximately 3 million utility customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas and operates one of the cleanest power generation fleets in the U.S., boasting a generating capacity of 30,000 megawatts.
Entergy Corporation announced its collaboration with industrial customers to meet rising demands for clean electricity, highlighting a memorandum with Sempra Infrastructure to supply about 300 megawatts, equating to roughly 900 MW of renewable energy. Entergy aims to triple its renewable portfolio by 2030, achieving 11 gigawatts of renewable energy, with current utility rates below the national average. They target a 50% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050, enhancing growth in the Gulf South region's economy.
Sempra Infrastructure has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Entergy Louisiana to explore renewable energy options for its facilities. The collaboration aims to enhance electrification, carbon sequestration, and reduce methane emissions. Sempra owns a 50.2% stake in Cameron LNG, which is proposed to expand with an additional liquefaction train. Entergy plans to increase its renewable energy portfolio significantly by 2030, aligning with sustainability goals and supporting Sempra's operations in Louisiana.