Portland General Stock Price, News & Analysis

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) declared a 5.5% increase in its annual dividend to $0.09 per share, with a quarterly common stock dividend of 43 cents per share. The dividend is payable on or before July 15, 2021 to shareholders of record by June 25, 2021. The company aims for a long-term dividend payout ratio of 60% to 70% based on capital needs and financial performance. PGE serves around 900,000 customers in Oregon and is committed to building a clean energy future.

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) and Portland General Electric (PGE) launched Electric Island, a pioneering heavy-duty electric truck charging station in Portland, Oregon, on April 21, 2021. This facility features eight charging stations designed to support various electric vehicles and is part of the West Coast Clean Transit Corridor Initiative. Electric Island aims to advance zero-emission vehicle development while allowing the companies to study energy management and charging performance. The site is future-proofed for next-gen charging technologies and is a critical step towards carbon-neutral freight transportation.

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) will hold an analyst conference call on April 30, 2021, at 11 a.m. ET to discuss its first quarter 2021 financial results, which will be released before markets open that day. Key executives, including President and CEO Maria Pope, will lead the call. A replay will be available from 2 p.m. ET on April 30 until May 7. The company serves about 900,000 customers across Oregon and boasts a top voluntary renewable energy program in the U.S.

Portland General Electric Company (NYSE: POR) reported a 2020 net income of $155 million ($1.72 per diluted share), impacted by $1.03 losses from energy trading. Excluding these losses, non-GAAP net income was $247 million ($2.75 per diluted share), up from $214 million in 2019. For Q4 2020, GAAP income was $52 million ($0.57 per share), down from $61 million in Q4 2019. PGE anticipates 2021 earnings guidance of $2.55 to $2.70 per diluted share, driven by anticipated energy delivery growth. The company aims for net-zero emissions by 2040, and a dividend of 40.75 cents per share has been approved.

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) announced a quarterly dividend of 40.75 cents per share, approved by its board on February 17, 2021. This dividend reflects the company’s commitment to maintaining a payout ratio of 60% to 70% over the long term. Shareholders of record as of March 25, 2021, will receive the payment on or before April 15, 2021. Serving approximately 900,000 customers in Oregon, PGE emphasizes affordability and reliability along with a strong focus on renewable energy.

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) announced that Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) has joined its Green Future Impact program, securing a 15-year agreement with Avangrid Renewables (NYSE: AGR) for a new 138-megawatt solar facility in Wasco County, Oregon. This facility, dubbed Daybreak Solar, will support Intel's energy needs and create 150-200 jobs during peak construction. The project will produce power for over 32,000 homes and generate about $30 million in economic benefits. Intel's participation fills the program's original 300-megawatt capacity, demonstrating a significant commitment to renewable energy.

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) will host an analyst conference call and webcast on February 19 at 11 a.m. ET to discuss its fourth quarter and full-year 2020 financial results. Earnings will be released prior to the market opening on the same day. Key executives, including CEO Maria Pope and CFO Jim Ajello, will be present. The call can be accessed via their investor website, with a replay available from February 19 through February 26. PGE serves approximately 900,000 customers across Oregon, focusing on renewable energy and community engagement.

Portland General Electric (NYSE: POR) announced on Dec. 18, 2020, that its Board's Special Committee completed a review of energy trading activities that caused third-quarter losses. The review identified ill-conceived trades and prompted enhanced oversight and risk management practices. Key actions include recruiting experienced risk management personnel, revising trading policies, and improved risk reporting structures. As a consequence of the losses, certain senior executives will not receive annual incentive compensation for 2020. Importantly, customer pricing remains unaffected.

Portland General Electric Company (NYSE: POR) has commenced commercial power generation at the Wheatridge Renewable Energy Facility in Eastern Oregon. This facility, developed in partnership with NextEra Energy Resources, is pivotal for Oregon's clean energy goals and PGE's ambition of achieving net zero emissions by 2040. The facility features a 300-megawatt wind farm, with solar and battery components expected to complete by the end of 2021. Once fully operational, it will contribute to PGE's wind generation portfolio, serving approximately 340,000 homes.