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Xcel Energy Inc. reports developments for a regulated electric and natural gas utility serving customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. News commonly covers GAAP and ongoing earnings, dividend declarations, recovery of infrastructure investments, electric sales trends, operating expenses and financing-related updates.
The company’s recurring updates also address clean-energy and grid projects, large-load customer service, generation and transmission planning, and technology and security modernization. Xcel Energy operates through regulated utility companies that include Northern States Power, Public Service Company of Colorado and Southwestern Public Service Company, with business activity tied to electricity delivery, natural gas service, renewable energy resources and state utility regulation.
Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) has declared a quarterly dividend of 43 cents per share, scheduled for payment on January 20, 2021. This dividend is payable to shareholders of record as of December 23, 2020. With operations across 8 states, Xcel Energy serves 3.7 million electricity and 2.1 million natural gas customers. The company continues to provide a wide range of energy services, reinforcing its position in the market.
Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) announced the submission of a redemption notice to redeem all outstanding 2.60% Senior Notes, Series due March 15, 2022, on December 1, 2020. The aggregate principal amount outstanding is $300 million. The redemption price will be the greater of the principal amount or a make-whole premium, plus accrued interest. This announcement serves as an advisory, and holders of the Notes will receive a formal notice from Wells Fargo Bank, the trustee. Forward-looking statements indicate potential risks affecting the redemption.
Xcel Energy reported a third-quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings of $603 million, or $1.14 per share, in 2020, up from $527 million, or $1.01 per share, in 2019. The company narrowed its 2020 earnings guidance to $2.75 to $2.81 per share and provided a 2021 outlook of $2.90 to $3.00 per share. Plans for a $22.6 billion investment in base capital over five years include $1.4 billion to address COVID-19 impacts, aiming to create 5,000 jobs and expand its renewable energy portfolio. A 10-year vision aims to power 1.5 million electric vehicles by 2030.
Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) will host a conference call on October 29, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. CT to discuss its third quarter 2020 financial results. Earnings will be released prior to market opening. Participants can join via US Dial-In: 866-575-6539 or International Dial-In: 400-120-9101, using Conference ID: 9230440. The call will also be available for replay from October 29 to November 1, with specific replay numbers provided. Xcel Energy focuses on providing clean energy solutions across eight states, emphasizing reducing carbon emissions.