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Dominion’s Q3 Dilemma: Massive Grid Demand Meets A 6-Year Rate Freeze Threat

Dominion just posted six straight earnings beats while its data center pipeline swells past 53 gigawatts, but Virginia regulators are threatening a freeze that could gut the base-rate growth powering the whole story.

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Dominion Energy (D) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth

Dominion Energy (D) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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NextEra and Dominion Have a Deal—Now Comes the Hard Part

NextEra's shareholder-approved merger with Dominion Energy faces regulatory and execution risks, but analysts remain bullish on NEE, citing its dividend safety and long-term growth potential.

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Virginia Officials Give Go-Ahead for 3-GW Dominion Energy Gas-Fired Power Station

Officials in Virginia have voted to approve a plan for a massive natural gas-fired power plant in the central part of the state near the James River. Supervisors in Cumberland County, about an hour west of the state capital Richmond, on October 20 voted 3-1 in support of the Cumberland Energy Center, a 3,000-MW gas-fired […]

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Virginia governor seeks 6-year rate freeze if Dominion-NextEra merger is approved

Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D, also wants regulators to increase the debt share of Dominion’s capital structure from 48% to 60% to lower its rate of return. Separately, regulatory staff and the attorney general have proposed their own conditions for the deal.

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Mizuho Maintains Neutral on Dominion Energy, Lowers Price Target to $67

Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $72 to $67.

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Barclays Maintains Overweight on Dominion Energy, Lowers Price Target to $65

Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $69 to $65.

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Dominion Energy (D) Stock Looks Fully Priced Even After Its 83% Run

Dominion Energy has delivered a very strong 82.9% share price return over the past three years, which naturally raises the question of whether the current US$63.56 price can still be explained by what the business earns. With merger headlines, regulatory decisions in Virginia and shifting expectations around its future projects, the stock now invites a closer look at how its earnings stack up against the price investors are paying. The 82.9% three year return puts real pressure on the...

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Dominion Energy (D) Draws Earnings Optimism, Is It Still 11% Undervalued?

Recent analyst optimism around Dominion Energy (D) has been driven by a stronger earnings outlook, repeated estimate beats in recent quarters, and reaffirmed guidance supported by data center demand in key utility segments. The recent optimism around Dominion Energy is showing up in the tape, with the share price at US$63.56 after a 1-day share price return of 1.11% and a 7-day share price return of 3.11%, even though the 90-day share price return is down 10.53%. Scan how other utilities are...

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Dominion Energy (D) Ascends While Market Falls: Some Facts to Note

In the latest trading session, Dominion Energy (D) closed at $63.67, marking a +1.28% move from the previous day.

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Dominion Energy's Q3 2026 Earnings: What to Expect

Dominion Energy is gearing up to release its third-quarter results later this month, and analysts are expecting a double-digit rise in the company’s bottom-line figure.

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Will Dominion Energy (D) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?

Dominion Energy (D) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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Dominion Energy (D) Rises As Market Takes a Dip: Key Facts

Dominion Energy (D) closed the most recent trading day at $62.45, moving +1.31% from the previous trading session.

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Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Dominion Energy, Lowers Price Target to $62

Truist Securities analyst Richard Sunderland maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $66 to $62.

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Virginia’s first Dominion-NextEra merger hearing brings up opposition, support and questions

NEWPORT NEWS — Virginians on Wednesday added their opposition, support and questions to the official case record for the proposed merger of Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy. State Corporation Commission Chief Hearing Examiner Mathias Roussy heard directly from 30 Virginia residents at Christopher Newport University during the first of two local hearings. The SCC, which regulates utilities in ...

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Dominion Energy Schedules Third-Quarter 2026 Earnings Call

RICHMOND, Va., October 07, 2026--Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) will host its third-quarter 2026 earnings call at 11 a.m. ET on Friday, October 30, 2026. Management will discuss matters of interest to financial and other stakeholders including recent financial results.

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Virginia regulators approve Dominion’s fuel cost recovery, securitization

The Virginia State Corporation Commission approved fuel cost securitization for the second time since 2023, adding additional interest costs for customers.

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Can Dominion Energy Leverage Data-Center Demand for Long-Term Growth?

D's 53.8-GW contracted data center capacity and $65B investment plan support rate-base expansion and long-term earnings growth.

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NextEra’s $67 Billion Dominion Acquisition Faces Political Opposition in Virginia, FT Reports

NextEra Energy’s (NYSE:NEE) proposed $67 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) is facing political opposition in Virginia as the transaction undergoes regulatory review, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday. Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has said she is “deeply sceptical” of the proposed acquisition and has intervened in the regulatory process, according to the report.

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NextEra’s $67 bln Dominion deal faces political backlash in Virginia, FT reports

Investing.com-- NextEra Energy’s (NYSE:NEE) proposed $67 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) is facing growing political opposition in Virginia, raising hurdles for the largest U.S. utility deal, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.

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Virginia hearing examiner tells Dominion to release memo on FPL investigation

Dominion said the memo wasn’t relevant to its merger with NextEra Energy, but Clean Virginia, a customer advocacy group, said it speaks to the governance “fitness” of the potential combined company.

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Dominion Energy vs. NextEra Energy: One Dividend Strategy Will Crush the Other

Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy both promise retirement income, but their dividend strategies point in opposite directions, and picking the wrong one could cost you a decade of compounding growth.

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NextEra-Dominion merger could jack up electricity prices, lawmakers warn

Lawmakers are warning that a massive energy industry merger could lead to higher costs for ratepayers.

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Dominion Energy (D) Stock Still Looks Discounted Following Its 65% Three Year Run

Dominion Energy has delivered a sizeable 65.2% return over the past three years, even as the stock has been under some pressure in recent weeks. That puts a fresh spotlight on whether its current share price lines up with the earnings power of the utility. With the merger proposal involving NextEra now under scrutiny in Virginia, the valuation conversation around Dominion Energy is increasingly tied to what its profit stream can realistically support. A 65.2% gain over three years means long...

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CEG vs. D: Which Energy Stock Has Better Long-Term Upside Potential?

CEG stands out for its stronger earnings growth, superior ROIC, lower dependence on debt and better price performance than D, despite trading at a premium valuation.

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Why Dominion Energy Halted Dividend Growth Despite Strong Operating Performance

Dominion Energy has kept its quarterly payout frozen for years while pouring billions into offshore wind and data center infrastructure, and now a pending merger with NextEra is forcing retirees to decide whether patience will finally be rewarded or replaced by a 5% Treasury yield.

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Dominion Energy (D) Dips More Than Broader Market: What You Should Know

Dominion Energy (D) closed at $60.4 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.26% move from the prior day.

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Dominion Energy (D) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note

In the latest trading session, Dominion Energy (D) closed at $61.17, marking a -2.02% move from the previous day.

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NextEra (NEE) and Dominion (D) Unveil a Bigger Pitch for Virginia

On September 14, NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE) and Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:D) announced a “transformational” Virginia benefits package to address concerns regarding their proposed $66.8 billion merger. The Virginia ​supplier program, worth up to $1 billion annually ‌for five years, will direct spending toward contractors, suppliers, and ​service providers in the state. Additionally, the companies […]

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Jim Cramer Suggests Against Holding Dominion (D) Through the NextEra (NEE) Share Conversion

During the September 16 episode of Mad Money, a caller holding Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:D) shares asked for thoughts on NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE) and its outlook regarding the upcoming conversion of Dominion shares into NextEra stock if the merger is approved. Jim Cramer was quick to say: Take the money and run. Honestly, I […]

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How AI concerns moved to the center of the midterm debate

Investing.com -- Artificial intelligence infrastructure has become a politically charged issue ahead of the November U.S. midterm elections, but growing opposition to data centers has yet to materially weaken the construction pipeline, according to Citi.

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Can NextEra (NEE) Preserve Its Earnings and Dividend Growth While Adding Dominion?

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Dominion Energy, Lowers Price Target to $66

Morgan Stanley analyst Stephen Byrd maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $68 to $66.

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Microsoft ‘preserving its ability’ to challenge data center transmission costs decision

It has until November to formally appeal the Virginia State Corporation Commission’s order to directly assign some costs of transmission. Dominion Energy has an October deadline to propose compliant policy changes.

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Dominion Energy (D) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

In the most recent trading session, Dominion Energy (D) closed at $64.29, indicating a +1.23% shift from the previous trading day.

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NextEra and Dominion Sweeten Merger Deal With Bill Credits and New Jobs

NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy have expanded their Virginia customer and investment commitments as they seek approval for their proposed combination.

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NextEra-Dominion $66.8bn merger clears shareholder votes

The all-stock deal remains subject to state and federal approvals, with completion still expected in H2 2027.

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Better Energy Play: NextEra vs. Constellation Energy

With varying approaches to growing their businesses, both companies have something different to offer investors.

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Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Spotlight On 3 Utilities Stocks Delivering High-Dividend Yields

During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend

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What Makes Dominion Energy (D) an Attractive Bet?

Hennessy Fund’s Q2 2026 investor letter for the Hennessy Equity and Income Fund. The letter can be downloaded here. The letter discusses portfolio changes, emphasizing opportunities in equity and fixed income markets that can withstand economic uncertainty. The portfolio held businesses with a 23.0% pre-tax return on invested capital versus 16.1% for the S&P 500. The […]

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NextEra (NEE) Wants Dominion (D) But States Push Back

In May, NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE) announced plans to acquire Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:D) in a $66.8 billion deal, creating the world’s largest regulated electric utility business by market capitalization. The proposed merger has since come under increased political and regulatory scrutiny. It was reported on August 19 that five New England states, led by […]

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NextEra Outperforms Industry in a Year: Should You Buy the Stock?

NEE's 12.6% one-year gain reflects strong operations, clean-energy growth and rising demand, though its premium valuation warrants patience.

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TD Cowen Upgrades Dominion Energy (D)

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TD Cowen Upgrades Dominion Energy to Buy, Raises Price Target to $80

TD Cowen analyst Shelby Tucker upgrades Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) from Hold to Buy and raises the price target from $69 to $80.

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Dominion-NextEra merger could mean higher rates in the long run, experts tell Virginia lawmakers

Experts told lawmakers that the proposed merger between Dominion Energy and Florida-based NextEra could mean higher rates in the long run for customers. A subcommittee of the Energy Commission got the rundown Tuesday from the state and energy experts of what the proposed merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra could entail for customer bills, as well as state and federal regulation. If the ...

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Evercore ISI Group Maintains In-Line on Dominion Energy, Raises Price Target to $70

Evercore ISI Group analyst Nicholas Amicucci maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) with a In-Line and raises the price target from $67 to $70.

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Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Dominion Energy, Lowers Price Target to $66

Truist Securities analyst Richard Sunderland maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $68 to $66.

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Cordia Names Maria DeMuro Chief Financial Officer

Maria DeMuro Promoted to Chief Financial Officer at Cordia Phoenix, AZ, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cordia, a leading provider of energy solutions, announced that Maria DeMuro has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Since joining Cordia, Maria has been a key leader within the company's finance department, helping to strengthen financial operations and providing strategic guidance across the business. Prior to joining Cordia, Maria built an accomplished career spanning Wall Stre

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Dominion ordered to directly assign some transmission costs to data centers

The Virginia State Corporation Commission said it may use an upcoming docket to weigh whether this policy “could or should” also apply to more upstream transmission costs.

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Virginia Gov. Spanberger on intervening in NextEra-Dominion merger: The deal should benefit the people of VA

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss why she's intervening in NextEra’s acquisition of Dominion Energy, impact of AI data centers on higher energy bills, state of the Democratic Party, and more.

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Watch CNBC's full interview with Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss why she's intervening in NextEra’s acquisition of Dominion Energy, impact of AI data centers on higher energy bills, state of the Democratic Party, and more.

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Dominion-NextEra deal goes before Virginia communities

(The Center Square) – The proposed $67 billion combination of Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy is headed to communities across Virginia as the deal remains under review by state regulators. Five public meetings are planned for September, giving Virginians an opportunity to ask questions and raise concerns about utility bills, reliability and other potential effects of the acquisition.

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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation Fall Grant Cycle Now Open

RICHMOND, Va., August 10, 2026--Nonprofit organizations within Dominion Energy's service areas are invited to apply for grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation.

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Virginia moves to shift more power costs from families to data centers

Gov. Abigail Spanberger's administration took the unusual step of weighing in.

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