WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC) is one of the
Top 10 Utility Stocks That Beat Earnings Estimates.
On May 6, 2026, Mizuho raised the company’s price target on WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC) to $124 from $121, while maintaining an Outperform rating on the stock.
On May 5, 2026, WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC) reported first-quarter earnings per share (EPS) of $2.45, above the consensus estimate of $2.30, while revenue totaled $3.43 billion compared to expectations of $3.42 billion. President and CEO Scott Lauber said the company’s continued execution of its capital investment plan and its focus on operational efficiency contributed to the strong first-quarter performance. He added that WEC Energy remains focused on providing reliable and secure energy service while investing to support economic growth across its service territories.
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WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC) maintained its FY26 EPS outlook between $5.51 and $5.61, compared to consensus estimates of $5.60.
Ahead of the earnings release, Wells Fargo raised its price target for WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC) to $127 from $117, while maintaining an Overweight rating. The firm said it revised its first-quarter estimates following discussions with management teams across its regulated utility coverage universe.
WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC), through its subsidiaries, provides regulated electricity and natural gas services, as well as renewable and unregulated energy solutions in the United States.
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