Public Service Enterprise GroupNYSE: PEG
Utilities · Electric Utilities
$79.90
+0.63%
Vol: 2.5M
Research Digest
Friday, June 19, 2026
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13 daysJun 18No significant overnight updatesNeutral▶
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May 21Truist trims PEG price target to $88 as utility hits new 52-week lowNegative▶
Truist Securities lowered its PEG price target to $88 from $91 (Hold rating) on May 18 after the stock touched a fresh 52-week low of $76.57 on May 15. The move follows mixed analyst sentiment despite a strong Q1 beat and reaffirmed FY2026 guidance of $4.28-$4.40 EPS (7% growth at midpoint), supported by a $22.5-$25.5B 2026-2030 capex plan and 6% dividend hike.
May 20No significant overnight updatesNeutral▶
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May 19PSEG stock touched a fresh 52-week low at $76.57 on May 15 despite reaffirmed earnings guidance, driven by Truist PT cut.Negative▶
On May 15, 2026, Public Service Enterprise Group hit a new 52-week low of $76.57, weighed by Truist lowering its price target to $88 from $91 even as the company reaffirmed full-year 2026 operating EPS guidance of $4.28-$4.40 (approximately 7% YoY growth at midpoint). The utility reported Q1 adjusted EPS of $1.55 (beat by $0.12) on revenue of $3.85B (up 19.5% YoY). PSEG announced a $22.5-$25.5B capital investment plan and a 6% dividend hike to $2.68 annualized. Bear case: regulatory uncertainty, rising capex needs, and rate-case risk continue to pressure shares despite solid operating results.
May 18No significant overnight updatesNeutral▶
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May 15PSEG named to Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index for 18th consecutive year after Q1 revenue beat and $22.5-25.5B capex planPositive▶
Public Service Enterprise Group was named to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index for the 18th consecutive year, highlighting sustainability leadership. The company reported Q1 2026 results that beat estimates with revenue of $3.8B (15% ahead of estimates) and adjusted EPS of $1.55 (a 2.4% beat), supported by extreme winter weather demand. PSEG reaffirmed FY2026 operating EPS guidance of $4.28-$4.40, up 7% YoY at the midpoint, and outlined a 5-year regulated capital investment plan of $22.5B to $25.5B to meet surging demand. Long-term adjusted earnings growth outlook is 6-8% through end of decade. Q2 dividend of $0.67/share declared with ex-date June 9, 2026. Analyst views mixed: BMO Capital at Hold, BTIG at Buy. Average analyst target is $93.14.
May 14PSEG named to Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index for 18th consecutive year on May 12 following Q1 EPS of $1.48 beatPositive▶
Public Service Enterprise Group was named to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index for the 18th consecutive year on May 12, 2026, recognizing long-term environmental performance, sustainability practices, and community/workforce support. The recognition follows a strong Q1 2026 report on May 5 with net income of $741 million and EPS of $1.48 (vs $1.18 prior year), beating consensus. Revenue topped $3.85 billion versus $3.53 billion forecast. The company successfully responded to the worst winter storm in 30 years and prompted the highest gas send-out since 2019. PSEG CEO Ralph LaRossa noted the outlook for adding nuclear capacity in New Jersey has improved following lifting of the moratorium. BTIG maintained Buy on May 6. PSEG reaffirmed 2026 guidance with expected 7.7% EPS growth to $4.36.
May 13PSEG named to Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index for the 18th consecutive year.Positive▶
On May 12, 2026, Public Service Enterprise Group was named to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index for the 18th consecutive year, reinforcing its sustainability profile. Earlier in May, PSEG reported Q1 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.55, beating estimates by $0.12, with revenue up 19.5% year-over-year to $3.85 billion driven by extreme winter weather. Electricity sales rose 4% and gas volumes surged 7%, marking the highest gas send-out since 2019. The company reaffirmed FY2026 operating earnings guidance of $4.28-$4.40 per share (up 7% at midpoint) and outlined a $22.5-$25.5 billion 5-year capital investment plan. PSEG also raised its dividend 6% to $2.68 annualized, marking the 15th consecutive annual increase.
May 12PSEG beats Q1 estimates with EPS of $1.55 and reaffirms 2026 guidance after extreme winter drives 19.5% revenue surgePositive▶
PSEG reported Q1 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.55, beating consensus by $0.12, with revenue jumping 19.5% YoY to $3.85B as the worst winter storm in 30 years drove the highest gas send-out since 2019. Electricity sales rose 4% YoY and gas volumes surged 7%. The company reaffirmed FY2026 operating earnings guidance of $4.28-$4.40 per share (up 7% at midpoint) and announced a 6% dividend increase to $2.68 annualized — its 15th consecutive raise. PSEG outlined a 5-year $22.5-25.5B regulated capital plan and is targeting 6-8% long-term adjusted EPS growth, supported by nuclear cash flows. New Jersey is keeping electric rates flat for 2026 per Governor Sherrill's executive orders.
Sector Peers
| Company | Price | Day | 1M | Fwd P/E | Beta | Mkt Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEGPUBLIC | $79.90 | +0.63% | — | 17.4x | 0.53 | $40.7B |
| SOSOUTHERN | $93.26 | +0.78% | — | 19.9x | 0.33 | $110.5B |
| DUKDUKE | $123.92 | +0.15% | — | 18.1x | 0.37 | $101.0B |
| CEGCONSTELLATION | $274.07 | +2.58% | — | 17.6x | 1.12 | $85.4B |
| AEPAMERICAN | $127.69 | -0.45% | — | 20.2x | 0.50 | $75.4B |
| ETRENTERGY | $111.04 | +0.16% | — | 22.7x | 0.49 | $53.7B |
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