Quarterly ResultJul 30, 2026, 07:17 AM
NorthWestern Energy Q2 Diluted GAAP EPS $0.40; Affirms 2026 Guidance
AI Summary
NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026, with diluted GAAP EPS increasing to $0.40 and adjusted non-GAAP EPS rising to $0.50. The company affirmed its 2026 earnings guidance of $3.68 to $3.83 per diluted share and its long-term growth rates. Significant progress was made on the merger with Black Hills Corporation, securing key regulatory approvals, and a quarterly dividend of $0.67 per share was declared.
Key Highlights
- Reported Q2 2026 diluted GAAP EPS of $0.40, up from $0.35 in Q2 2025.
- Reported Q2 2026 adjusted diluted non-GAAP EPS of $0.50, up from $0.40 in Q2 2025.
- Affirmed 2026 non-GAAP earnings guidance range of $3.68 to $3.83 per diluted share.
- Affirmed record $683 million capital plan for 2026 and 4% to 6% long-term EPS and rate base growth.
- Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.67 per share, payable September 1, 2026.
- Received merger regulatory approvals from Nebraska, South Dakota, and FERC; awaiting Montana approval.
- Incurred $3.3 million in merger-related costs for Q2 2026 and $6.7 million year-to-date.
- Issued $150.0 million in South Dakota First Mortgage Bonds at 5.51% and a $225.0 million secured Term Loan.
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