MDU Resources Group, Inc. MDU

Zacks Investment Research 5 nov

MDU Resources reported Q3 2026 adjusted earnings of 8 cents per share, missing consensus estimates by 20% and declining 11.1% year-over-year. Despite 10.4% revenue growth to $347.8 million, higher operating and interest expenses pressured profits. The company advanced its $2.8-$3.1B Bakken East Pipeline project and reaffirmed 2026 EPS guidance of 93 cents to $1.

Zacks Investment Research 5 nov

MDU Resources reported Q3 2026 earnings of $0.08 per share, missing the consensus estimate of $0.10 and representing a 20% earnings surprise. While revenues slightly exceeded expectations at $347.8 million, the company has underperformed the S&P 500 year-to-date. With a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating and the Utility - Gas Distribution industry ranking in the bottom 32% of sectors, MDU Resources is expected to perform in line with the market.

Zacks Investment Research 4 nov

Southwest Gas reported Q3 2026 earnings of $0.20 per share, beating consensus estimates of $0.17, representing a 17.65% earnings surprise. However, the company missed revenue expectations with $298.18 million versus the consensus estimate, down from $316.91 million year-over-year. The stock has gained 16.4% year-to-date and holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating, though the Utility - Gas Distribution industry ranks in the bottom 32% of sectors.

Zacks Investment Research 15 sept

Atmos Energy plans $26 billion in capital spending through fiscal 2030, with over 80% allocated to safety and reliability. The company has implemented $396.1 million in annualized rate increases with $334.1 million more pending. Texas pipeline projects aim to boost Dallas-Fort Worth capacity by year-end 2026. ATO expects fiscal 2026 earnings of $8.40-$8.50 with projected 6-8% EPS growth going forward, supported by favorable regulation that allows quick recovery of infrastructure investments through customer rates.

Zacks Investment Research 2 sept

Spire Inc. announced a strategic capital investment plan of $11.2 billion through fiscal 2035, targeting 5-7% long-term adjusted EPS growth. The company completed its acquisition of Piedmont Natural Gas' Tennessee business, adding over 200,000 customers and 3,800 pipeline miles. With 70% of investments allocated to safety and reliability, Spire expects rate-base growth of 7% in Missouri and 7.5% in Tennessee, positioning itself for more stable and sustainable earnings growth.