MGE Energy posts higher Q2 2026 earnings
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MGE Energy, Inc. reported higher GAAP earnings for the second quarter of 2026. Net income for the quarter was $33.4 million, or $0.89 per diluted share, compared with $26.5 million, or $0.72 per diluted share, a year earlier. For the first six months of 2026, net income was $81.8 million with diluted EPS of $2.21, compared with $68.1 million and EPS of $1.86 in 2025.
Quarterly operating revenues were $161.2 million versus $159.5 million in the prior-year quarter, while operating income declined modestly to $32.6 million from $34.2 million. Electric segment earnings increased by $3.0 million, reflecting strategic capital investments that expanded rate base, largely from renewable energy projects. Gas net income was stable year over year. Results also benefited from about $3.9 million of investment gains, including returns from venture capital funds focused on energy-related technologies.
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- Net income and EPS grew meaningfully, with Q2 2026 net income at $33.4 million and diluted EPS at $0.89 compared with $26.5 million and $0.72 a year earlier.
- Electric segment earnings increased $3.0 million year over year, driven by strategic capital investments and successful deployment of key renewable energy projects that expanded rate base.
- Investment gains of approximately $3.9 million, including returns from venture capital funds focused on energy technologies, provided an additional earnings tailwind.
- Year-to-date performance improved, with six-month 2026 net income of $81.8 million and diluted EPS of $2.21 versus $68.1 million and $1.86 for the same period in 2025.
Negative
- Operating income declined despite higher revenues, with Q2 2026 operating income at $32.6 million versus $34.2 million in the prior-year quarter.
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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
MGE Energy, Inc.
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
MGE Energy, Inc. ☐ Madison Gas and Electric Company ☐
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Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On August 5, 2026, MGE Energy, Inc. (the Company) issued a press release announcing its second quarter 2026 earnings. The Company is furnishing a copy of that press release as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.
This combined Form 8-K is being furnished separately by the Company and Madison Gas and Electric Company. Information contained herein relating to any individual registrant has been furnished by such registrant on its own behalf. Neither registrant makes any representation as to information relating to the other registrant.
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.
On August 5, 2026, MGE Energy, Inc. posted a financial presentation on its Investor Relations website. A copy of the presentation is attached as Exhibit 99.2. This Form 8-K and the attached exhibits are furnished to, but not filed with, the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(a) Financial statements of businesses acquired: None
(b) Pro forma financial information: None
(c) Shell company transactions: None
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Press release of MGE Energy, Inc., issued on August 5, 2026. |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrants have duly caused this report to be signed on their behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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MGE Energy, Inc. Madison Gas and Electric Company |
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Date: August 5, 2026 |
/s/ Jenny L. Lagerwall |
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Jenny L. Lagerwall Assistant Vice President - Accounting and Controller (Chief Accounting Officer) |
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EXHIBIT 99.1
News
MGE Energy Reports Second-Quarter 2026 Earnings
Madison, Wis., August 05, 2026—MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE), today reported financial results for the second quarter of 2026.
MGE Energy's GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) earnings for the second quarter of 2026 were $33.4 million, or $0.89 per share, compared to $26.5 million, or $0.72 per share, for the same period in the prior year.
Electric segment earnings increased $3.0 million for 2026 compared to 2025, reflecting strategic capital investments that grew rate base, largely driven by the successful deployment of key renewable energy projects. Gas net income remained stable compared to the second quarter of 2025. In addition, earnings benefited from approximately $3.9 million of investment gains, including returns from venture capital funds focused on technologies and innovations relevant to the evolving energy industry.
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Operating revenues |
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161,195 |
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159,452 |
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Operating income |
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32,634 |
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34,223 |
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Net income |
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33,353 |
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26,498 |
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Earnings per share - basic |
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0.89 |
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0.73 |
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Earnings per share - diluted |
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$ |
0.89 |
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0.72 |
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Weighted average shares outstanding - basic |
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37,351 |
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36,540 |
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Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted |
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37,456 |
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36,569 |
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Six Months Ended June 30, |
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2026 |
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2025 |
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Operating revenues |
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403,898 |
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378,422 |
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Operating income |
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85,786 |
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87,088 |
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Net income |
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81,834 |
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$ |
68,090 |
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Earnings per share - basic |
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$ |
2.21 |
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$ |
1.86 |
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Earnings per share - diluted |
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$ |
2.21 |
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$ |
1.86 |
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Weighted average shares outstanding - basic |
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36,972 |
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36,526 |
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Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted |
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37,029 |
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36,557 |
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About MGE Energy
MGE Energy is a public utility holding company. Its principal subsidiary, Madison Gas and Electric, generates and distributes electricity to 170,000 customers in Dane County, Wis., and purchases and distributes natural gas to 180,000 customers in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties. MGE's roots in the Madison area date back more than 150 years.
Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Such forward-looking statements are based on MGE Energy's current expectations, estimates and assumptions regarding future events, which are inherently uncertain. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any such forward-looking statements to reflect any change in expectations or in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements may be based. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to our business in general, please refer to the “Risk Factors” sections in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Steve B. Schultz Media Relations 608-252-7219 | sbschultz@mge.com
Ken Frassetto Investor Relations 608-252-4723 | kfrassetto@mge.com |
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