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BMO Capital Initiates Coverage On FirstEnergy with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $50

BMO Capital analyst James Thalacker initiates coverage on FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $50.

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FirstEnergy (FE), Why Is Attention Building Now?

FirstEnergy (FE) heads into its third quarter 2026 earnings release on October 27 after the close, with investors weighing stronger data center and industrial power demand against higher operating and storm related costs. Against this backdrop, FirstEnergy shares trade at US$46.15, with a 1 month share price return of 5.73%, suggesting some momentum has rebuilt even as the 3 month share price return declined 7.55% and the 5 year total shareholder return of 46.81% points to solid longer term...

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How Upcoming Earnings At FirstEnergy (FE) Has Changed Its Investment Story

FirstEnergy is set to report third quarter 2026 results after the market close on 27 October, with performance shaped by data center and industrial power demand alongside rising operation, maintenance and storm restoration costs. The earnings release will spotlight how effectively FirstEnergy’s Energize365 grid modernization spending is translating into returns while offsetting a heavier cost base. We will now look at how FirstEnergy's investment narrative could be influenced by rising data...

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FirstEnergy to Report Q3 Earnings: What to Expect From the Stock?

FE's Q3 earnings are expected to have gained from rising electricity demand and grid upgrades, but higher operating expenses and storm costs may weigh on growth.

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HSBC Initiates Coverage On FirstEnergy with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $50

HSBC analyst Meike Becker initiates coverage on FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $50.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on FirstEnergy, Raises Price Target to $50

Morgan Stanley analyst David Arcaro maintains FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $49 to $50.

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FirstEnergy Foundation Strengthens Support for Shelter, Safety and Stability

The FirstEnergy Foundation is investing $140,000 in seven Ohio organizations that provide emergency shelter, housing assistance and supportive services for individuals and families facing homelessness, domestic violence and other housing-related challenges. The grants are part of the Foundation's expanded Shelter, Safety and Stability initiative, which increased from $100,000 to $500,000 in 2026 and now supports 38 organizations across five states.

Yahoo·11:00FE▼−0.4%

FirstEnergy (FE) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release

FirstEnergy (FE) doesn't possess 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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JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on FirstEnergy, Lowers Price Target to $50

JP Morgan analyst Jeremy Tonet maintains FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $52 to $50.

Benzinga·12:20FE▼−0.4%

FirstEnergy Benefits From Data-Center Demand, Systematic Investment

FE's surging data-center demand and $36 billion investment plan through 2030 support long-term earnings growth, despite regulatory and environmental risks.

Yahoo·08:15FE▼−0.4%

FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company Announces Extension of Exchange Offer for its 4.150% Senior Notes Due 2028 and 4.550% Senior Notes Due 2031

FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company ("FE PA" or the "Company"), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. ("FirstEnergy"), today announced that it had extended its offer (the "exchange offer") to exchange up to (i) $300 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding unregistered 4.150% Senior Notes due 2028 and (ii) $550 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding unregistered 4.550% Senior Notes due 2031 (collectively, the "Outstanding Notes") for a like principal amount of each

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FirstEnergy Sees Q3 Core EPS Rising on Investment, Higher Rates, BofA Says

FirstEnergy (FE) is expected to post higher Q3 core earnings, driven by transmission and distributio

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Barclays Maintains Overweight on FirstEnergy, Lowers Price Target to $49

Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella maintains FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $54 to $49.

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Will PPL's Capital Allocation Strategy Support Shareholder Returns?

PPL's $23 billion infrastructure investment plan, 6-8% annual earnings growth target and rising dividends aim to support long-term shareholder returns through 2029.

Yahoo·11:27

What to Expect From FirstEnergy's Next Quarterly Earnings Report

FirstEnergy is prepared to release its third-quarter results later this month, and analysts predict a single-digit rise in the company’s bottom-line figure.

Yahoo·09:09FE▼−0.4%

Zacks Industry Outlook Entergy, FirstEnergy, CenterPoint and PPL

Entergy, FirstEnergy, CenterPoint and PPL have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

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FirstEnergy to Webcast Third Quarter Earnings Teleconference

FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) will release financial results for the third quarter of 2026 after markets close on Tuesday, Oct. 27. These results will be discussed by FirstEnergy management during a conference call with financial analysts at 9 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, Oct. 28. A question-and-answer session will follow.

Yahoo·08:25FE▼−0.4%

Can FE's T&D Investments Support Sustainable Long-Term Growth?

FirstEnergy's $36B Energize365 plan, rising data-center demand and expanding rate base support its push for sustained long-term growth.

Yahoo·10:55FE▼−0.4%

FirstEnergy Corp. Declares Common Stock Dividend of 46.5 Cents Per Share

The Board of Directors of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today declared a quarterly dividend of 46.5 cents per share of outstanding common stock payable December 1, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 6, 2026.

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FirstEnergy: The Grid Is Growing Faster Than The Case For A Rerating

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FirstEnergy (FE) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know

FirstEnergy (FE) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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FirstEnergy (FE) Stock Looks Reasonably Priced For Its Earnings Base

FirstEnergy has given long term shareholders a solid ride over the past few years, which puts a spotlight on a simple question for anyone looking at the stock today: Is the current share price properly supported by the utility's earnings power? FirstEnergy has returned 50.6% over the past 5 years, which raises the stakes on whether the present valuation lines up with what its earnings can sustain. The business relies on relatively predictable regulated-utility earnings, so any shift in...

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FirstEnergy (FE) Could Be 15% Undervalued On Its Grid Investment Narrative

FirstEnergy (FE) is back in focus after subsidiary Pennsylvania Electric Company launched an exchange offer for up to $850 million of unregistered senior notes, a move tied to existing registration rights agreements rather than new fundraising. Recent trading has been softer, with FirstEnergy’s share price down 4.21% over the past month and 2.56% over the past quarter. However, the 1 year total shareholder return of 8.95% and 3 year total shareholder return of 42.20% suggest longer term...

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FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company Announces Launch of Exchange Offer for its 4.150% Senior Notes Due 2028 and 4.550% Senior Notes Due 2031

FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company ("FE PA" or the "Company"), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., today announced an offer to exchange up to (i) $300 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding unregistered 4.150% Senior Notes due 2028 and (ii) $550 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding unregistered 4.550% Senior Notes due 2031 (collectively, the "Outstanding Notes") for a like principal amount of each of the Company's (i) 4.150% Senior Notes due 2028 and (ii) 4.

Yahoo·07:10FE▼−0.4%

FirstEnergy Stock: Is FE Outperforming the Utility Sector?

FirstEnergy has rallied the utility sector, and analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s outlook.

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PPL Stock Underperforms Its Industry in the Past Month: How to Play?

PPL's shares lag the industry as competition, costs and execution risks weigh, while data center demand and a $23B investment plan support growth.

Yahoo·11:28

FirstEnergy (FE) Seeks a $52.8M Maryland Rate Increase. Can Reliability Pass the Affordability Test?

FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE:FE), through its Potomac Edison subsidiary, proposed a $52.8 million Maryland distribution-rate adjustment to support investment in aging infrastructure, grid modernization and electric-system reliability. If approved, the request would increase the average residential customer’s monthly bill by approximately 5.3%. Potomac Edison said its electric rates were 25% below the average of its in-state […]

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What Are Wall Street Analysts' Target Price for FirstEnergy Stock?

Although FirstEnergy has trailed the S&P 500 over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain cautiously bullish on the stock’s outlook.

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JCP&L Rate Proposal Delays Bill Impact for Residential Customers Until 2028 While Supporting Reliability Investments

Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) has filed a rate proposal with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU).

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FirstEnergy Foundation Supports New Jersey Disaster Preparedness & Recovery with $100,000 Donation to the American Red Cross

Following Jersey Central Power & Light's (JCP&L) comprehensive effort to restore power to customers impacted by four consecutive days of devastating storms, today the FirstEnergy Foundation announced a $100,000 grant to the American Red Cross of New Jersey. The donation extends a long-standing commitment to the Red Cross and its assistance to local residents through emergencies.

Yahoo·15:19FE▼−0.4%

FirstEnergy Corp. 2026 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation

2026-07-31. The following slide deck was published by FirstEnergy Corp.

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Dominion's Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Virginia Utility Strength

D's Q2 earnings and revenues beat estimates as Virginia utility gains offset weaker segments and rising operating costs.

Yahoo·11:07

Barclays Maintains Overweight on FirstEnergy, Lowers Price Target to $54

Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella maintains FirstEnergy (NYSE:FE) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $55 to $54.

Benzinga·03:10FE▼−0.4%

How Investors Are Reacting To FirstEnergy (FE) Reaffirmed Earnings Outlook And US$6 Billion Grid Investment Plan

FirstEnergy Corp. reported second-quarter 2026 results showing higher revenue of US$3,678 million and net income of US$288 million, with earnings per share from continuing operations rising to US$0.50. The company coupled these results with reaffirmed earnings guidance and a US$6.00 billion capital plan geared toward meeting accelerating data-center electricity demand and grid investment needs. We’ll explore how reaffirmed earnings guidance and US$6.00 billion of planned 2026 capital...

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Xcel Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Infrastructure Investment Recovery

Xcel Energy's Q2 earnings rose 24% and beat estimates as infrastructure recovery and lower power costs offset a revenue miss.

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FirstEnergy Hits Buy Point Amid Data Center Demand

FirstEnergy stock is worth a look for cautious investors wanting exposure to the AI trade. Its yield surpasses the average payout.

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