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Edison International

EIX

Energy & Utilities

2w

Wildfire Investigation and Eaton Fire Liability Uncertainty

Ongoing investigations by SCE and LA County Fire Department with no new disclosures on ignition source or cost estimates.
SCE's confidence that equipment could be associated with ignition, but no definitive evidence yet.
Potential legal liabilities and lawsuits if transmission equipment is linked to the Eaton Fire.
SCE's commitment to transparency and community engagement during wildfire investigations.
Estimated investigation duration of 12-18 months, with complexity adding time.

Eversource Energy

ES

Energy & Utilities

2w

Impact of Connecticut Legislation SB4 on Storm Cost Securitization and Customer Bills

SB4 allows for securitization of storm costs from 2018-2025, improving customer bill predictability and strengthening the balance sheet.
Legislation enables bonds to cover public benefit program costs, potentially reducing customer bill impact.
Legal and regulatory approval process ongoing, with securitization expected to take 12-18 months, likely completing in 2027.

PG&E Corporation

PCG

Energy & Utilities

2w

Legislative Focus on Wildfire and Affordability Reforms in California

Management emphasizes ongoing legislative efforts to improve wildfire construct and affordability legislation.
Key focus on ensuring wildfire fund durability and comprehensive societal approach to wildfire risk amid climate change.
Management expects meaningful legislative measures this session, with a need for the IOUs to opt into wildfire fund contributions.
Support for moving public purpose program funding off utility bills and potential reforms in claims limitations and wildfire liability.
Management advocates against securitization for wildfire funding, citing potential bill increases and preference for long-term, affordable solutions.

Ameren Corporation

AEE

Energy & Utilities

2w

Impact of Severe Weather Events on Infrastructure Resilience and Investment Priorities

Ameren experienced a significant EF3 tornado on May 16, spanning a mile wide and traveling 23 miles through Central St. Louis County and into Illinois.
Over 2,700 personnel were deployed to restore service, rebuilding nearly 1,000 poles and restoring power to over 290,000 customers.
Management emphasized ongoing investments in a resilient grid, including upgraded substations, composite poles, and smart outage detection technologies, to improve storm response and reliability.

OGE Energy Corp.

OGE

Energy & Utilities

3w

Strategic Growth in Oklahoma City and International Recognition

Celebration of Oklahoma City's global recognition, including hosting 2028 Los Angeles Olympics events and NBA championship victory.
Significant local economic development, including new resort, water park, and expansion of Tinker Air Force Base.
Management's strong emphasis on growth opportunities and confidence in delivering top-half earnings guidance.

OGE Energy Corp.

OGE

Energy & Utilities

3w

Financial Performance Summary

Consolidated net income for Q2 2025 was $108 million or $0.53 per diluted share, compared to $102 million or $0.51 per share in Q2 2024.
Electric company net income was $108 million or $0.53 per diluted share, slightly down from $109 million or $0.54 per share in Q2 2024 due to milder weather and higher interest and depreciation expenses.
Holding company reported a small loss of less than $1 million, flat compared to a $7 million loss in Q2 2024, primarily due to a one-time pretax benefit of $8.7 million from legacy midstream operations.
Industrial and oilfield load showed softness due to unplanned customer outages but future growth is expected.
Year-to-date weather-normalized load grew 6.5% compared to the same period in 2024, with residential and commercial customer growth at 1% and 25%, respectively.

Northwestern Energy Group Inc

NWE

Energy & Utilities

2w

Montana Wildfire Law Significantly Reduces Utility Liability

Montana Wildfire Law (490) passed with nearly unanimous support, eliminating strict liability for utilities related to wildfires.
Law shifts negligence standard to Montana-specific circumstances, presumption of reasonableness if wildfire mitigation plan is followed.
Damages for economic property loss remain, but noneconomic damages limited to bodily injury or death.
Punitive damages only with clear and convincing evidence of gross negligence or intent.
Utility plans to file wildfire mitigation plan in August, aiming for favorable regulatory approval, reducing potential liabilities.