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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 […]

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.

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE:NEE) has outlined its growth targets for 2026 and beyond. This comes as the company advances plans to acquire Dominion Energy Inc (NYSE:D). It’s a $67 billion all-stock transaction expected to close before the end of next year. If the merger is completed as expected, it would result in the largest US […]

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) expects investment banking fees and markets revenue to rise in the mid-to-high teens percentage in the third quarter, according to co-President Doug Petno, contrasting sharply with Bank of America’s expectation for a roughly 10% decline in investment banking fees. Petno said JPMorgan entered the quarter with a strong pipeline and […]

NextEra Energy has delivered a 31.1% share price gain over the past three years, and the stock now sits at a level where investors are asking whether the current price is still supported by the dividend stream that underpins many utility valuations. That 31.1% return over three years puts real weight on the question of whether the income NextEra Energy pays out can justify where the shares trade today. The approved US$66.8b all stock merger with Dominion Energy may reshape future cash flows,...

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

Power companies NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy, which are seeking approval to merge into one behemoth, announced plans Monday to sweeten the deal in Virginia, Dominion's home base, where the proposal has faced skepticism from the Democratic governor and legislative leaders. The companies said in a news release that in "response to feedback from policymakers” and others, they would commit to a set of Virginia benefits that includes: a new shareholder-funded co-headquarters tower in the capital city's downtown, a promise of 600 new jobs, more money toward workforce development and a doubling of previously announced residential bill credits. Amid rising voter frustration toward data centers and concerns about their impact on electric bills, the companies said they plan to extend a $10 monthly bill credit for residential customers to four years from two years.

Sept 14 () - Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy on Monday said they would establish a ‌Virginia supplier program worth up to $1 billion ‌annually for five years if their proposed merger is approved. They ​announced merger plans in May, as rising power demand from data centers, electric vehicles and other industries drives a renewed wave of utility consolidation.

NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy have proposed an expanded state benefits package to regulators as they look to secure approval for their $67 billion merger.

NextEra Energy announced on Tuesday that it had closed a loan of up to $1.9 billion from the U.S. Department of Energy.

Nvidia’s acquisition of Hugging Face, shareholder approval of the merger of NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy, and Vertiv Holdings’ acquisition of UtilityInnovation Group are in focus this week.

Energy stocks declined late Friday afternoon, with the NYSE Energy Sector Index decreasing 0.7% and

Energy stocks declined Friday afternoon, with the NYSE Energy Sector Index decreasing 0.6% and the S

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

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

NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) and Dominion Energy have opposed a request from state attorney generals and advocacy groups for a 60 day extension to comment on their major merger application. The companies told federal regulators that the size of the transaction does not change the standard review period or analysis and pointed to prior large deals reviewed within typical timelines. NextEra Energy also disputed which state level approvals are required and challenged the relevance of certain...

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 […]

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 […]

NextEra Energy (NEE) is back in focus after Maryland’s Office of People’s Counsel moved to intervene in federal review of its planned merger with Dominion Energy, raising questions about competition and consumer impact. See our latest analysis for NextEra Energy. Against the backdrop of merger scrutiny, NextEra Energy’s share price has eased recently, with a 30 day share price return of 3.3% and a 90 day share price return of 4%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 15% suggests...

NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) faces new regulatory attention as Maryland's Office of People's Counsel moves to join federal review of its proposed merger with Dominion Energy. The state watchdog is seeking participation in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission proceedings to assess potential effects on competition in the PJM regional power market. Consumer advocates in Maryland aim to examine how the transaction could influence electricity prices, service reliability, and market concentration...

Moderna upgraded, Baidu downgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Markets turned south again Wednesday as surging yields and geopolitical fears rattled investors, but Wall Street analysts spotted opportunity and danger in names like Baidu, Klarna, Honeywell Aerospace, and Dollar Tree that traders need to see before the open.

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 ...

NextEra Energy stock has delivered a 34.2% gain over the past three years, yet the valuation checks are sending mixed signals, with the Dividend Discount Model (DDM) suggesting the share price sits at a premium while earnings based multiples screen the stock as undervalued. This split, combined with fresh headlines around a proposed Dominion Energy merger and a large AI focused data center project, puts the current price under closer scrutiny. The 34.2% three year return points to a stock...

NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) faces added political scrutiny as Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger formally intervenes in the state review of its proposed US$67b acquisition of Dominion Energy. The governor’s filing with the state commission highlights concerns about consumer energy costs, job impacts and renewable energy commitments tied to the deal. Her involvement introduces additional complexity for the regulatory process that oversees whether and how the merger can proceed. This level of...

Dominion Energy stock has delivered a 54.8% gain over the past three years, yet current valuation checks and recent share price softness suggest it may now be trading close to what the market views as a fair range rather than as an obvious bargain. Over the past 3 years, Dominion Energy has returned 54.8%, which puts recent short term share price weakness into the context of a longer stretch of positive performance. Rising power needs from AI data centers can support long term demand for...

Dominion Energy keeps 2026 guidance intact as CVOW slips six months, while record demand and data center contracting stay in focus.

Energy stocks were declining premarket Friday, with the State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (

Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) is asking AI data center developers to provide bank letters of credit to secure large power commitments. The utility is using financial guarantees to screen speculative projects tied to rapid AI related power demand. The shift is intended to limit potential financial risk for Dominion Energy and its customer base as grid investment needs grow. Rising power needs from AI data centers are reshaping grid investment plans, so it can be useful to look at other companies...

Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced Thursday that she will formally become a party in the case before the State Corporation Commission that is weighing whether to allow a proposed merger between Dominion Energy and Florida-based NextEra. By intervening — requesting to become a formal party in the case — the governor’s office would be able to ask discovery questions, file expert testimony, put ...