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Underground transmission investment will strengthen reliability, add operational flexibility, and support economic growth near O’HareComEd today announced Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approval of the Grid

HSBC analyst Meike Becker initiates coverage on Exelon (NASDAQ:EXC) with a Hold rating and announces Price Target of $44.

JP Morgan analyst Jeremy Tonet maintains Exelon (NASDAQ:EXC) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $47 to $46.

Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella maintains Exelon (NASDAQ:EXC) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $49 to $44.

Recently, Exelon’s utility ComEd worked with Richardson Electronics and Illinois leaders to expand local manufacturing of battery energy storage systems and support a 5‑MWh onsite demonstration project under the state’s REV Illinois program, while the Executive Leadership Council recognized Exelon with its 2026 Corporate Award for its long-term leadership development and community efforts. At the same time, a KeyBanc upgrade of Exelon to Sector Weight, tied to data center-driven power demand...

Exelon has delivered a 39.4% share price gain over the past five years, yet its current valuation still hinges on a simple question about its earnings power. With the stock recently closing at US$42.60, investors are asking whether that price fairly reflects what the utility group is actually generating in profit. Over 5 years the share price is up 39.4%, which puts real pressure on the earnings story to justify where Exelon now trades. The planned installation of Illinois’ largest...
Exelon (EXC) is back in focus after Commonwealth Edison, its Illinois utility, partnered with Richardson Electronics on an expanded push into locally produced battery energy storage systems and a 5-MWh demonstration project. Exelon’s recent battery storage push comes at a time when the stock is trying to rebuild momentum, with a 7 day share price return of 2.68% and a 90 day share price decline of 8.95%, compared with a 5 year total shareholder return of 39.36%. Scan Exelon’s peers riding the...

Exelon (NasdaqGS:EXC) subsidiary ComEd and Richardson Electronics announced a major project to deploy Illinois’ largest commercial battery energy storage system. The expanded installation is designed to support grid reliability in Illinois and help accommodate more renewable generation on the network. The project is linked to Illinois clean energy support programs that encourage commercial adoption of advanced storage technologies. The ComEd and Richardson Electronics battery storage...
Analysts upgraded VF Corp, Exelon, Rexford Industrial, AEP, raising ratings and several price targets.

Keybanc analyst Sophie Karp upgrades Exelon (NASDAQ:EXC) from Underweight to Sector Weight.

BELVIDERE, Ill., October 05, 2026--ComEd today joined local officials to energize the high-voltage substation and electric infrastructure that will power a new Walmart perishable grocery distribution center in Belvidere, slated to open in 2027. This state-of-the-art center will process and distribute fresh and frozen products to Walmart stores across the Great Lakes region, relying on 24/7 electric service to support its operations.
CHICAGO, October 05, 2026--Exelon will hold its third quarter 2026 earnings conference call at 9:00 a.m. CT / 10:00 a.m. ET on Friday, October 30, 2026. The conference call will be led by Exelon President and CEO, Calvin Butler, and Exelon Executive Vice President and CFO, Robert Kleczynski.

CHICAGO, October 02, 2026--ComEd and Chicago-based solar developer SunVest today hosted an event to celebrate the energization of a unique community solar project sited at the DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport. Constructed adjacent to the airfield, the project financially supports the community while saving area subscribers on their power bills.
Exelon's dividend yield has climbed to its most attractive level in years, but a single regulatory decision this December could determine whether that income stream grows, stalls, or forces a flood of new stock onto the market.

Exelon, PG&E and Centuri are included in this Analyst Blog.

Morgan Stanley analyst David Arcaro maintains Exelon (NASDAQ:EXC) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $53 to $50.

CHICAGO, September 15, 2026--ComEd and the League of Chicago Theatres today announced the recipients of the 2026 Powering the Arts Grant Program. Celebrating its ninth year, the program is awarding a total of $205,000 to 19 nonprofit organizations across northern Illinois. These funds will support a range of arts initiatives, from youth creative development to engaging community experiences.
Cloudflare's enterprise demand, AI-driven adoption and raised 2026 outlook support growth, but margin pressure and competition keep risk balanced.
CHICAGO, August 21, 2026--ComEd today joined local small-business owners and community leaders at Steps Inc. Consulting in Chicago to highlight how electric vehicle (EV) rebate programs, community partnerships and customer education efforts are helping accelerate transportation electrification across northern Illinois.
Morgan Stanley analyst David Arcaro maintains Exelon (NASDAQ:EXC) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $55 to $53.

Energy stocks were slightly lower Thursday afternoon, with the NYSE Energy Sector Index decreasing 0
CHICAGO, August 13, 2026--ComEd has restored power to more than 80 percent of customers impacted by the severe storms that moved through northern Illinois on August 11 and August 12, bringing destructive winds approaching 100 mph, heavy rainfall, frequent lightning and multiple confirmed tornadoes across portions of the company’s service territory.
CHICAGO, August 12, 2026--ComEd crews are working around the clock to restore power across northern Illinois following this week's severe storms, which brought wind gusts of up to 96 MPH and potential tornadoes that downed trees, power lines and utility poles. A new line of storms moved through the service territory Wednesday morning, adding over 35,000 customer outages and delaying restoration efforts already underway in the south region. In total, the two storms have caused nearly 410,000 cust
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