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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Revenue & MarginsNiSource’s core regulated utility model generates steady, rate‑based returns and resilient margins. Stable net and operating margins reflect franchised revenue recovery via regulators, supporting durable cash flow generation tied to long‑lived infrastructure and predictable rate base growth.
Data‑center (Genco) Contract BacklogMaterial signed Genco capacity with major customers (Alphabet, Amazon) provides a multi‑year structural demand stream and potential rate base additions. Large contracts and a multi‑GW pipeline can sustainably boost earnings and utilization as projects convert and are integrated into regulated cost recovery frameworks.
Operational Excellence & ProductivityDocumented safety, inspection, and AI productivity improvements support lower O&M growth and better reliability metrics. Persistent operational gains strengthen regulatory filings, reduce incident risk, and improve capital efficiency—advantages that compound over multiple regulatory cycles.
Bears Say
High LeverageA materially higher debt load limits financial flexibility for a capital‑intensive utility. Elevated leverage raises refinancing and interest risks, constrains the company’s ability to absorb adverse regulatory outcomes, and increases sensitivity to rising funding costs over the multi‑year capex cycle.
Negative Free Cash Flow & Funding NeedsPersistent negative free cash flow has forced reliance on external capital; management’s explicit plan for recurring equity issuance creates dilution risk and execution dependence on capital markets. Continued negative FCF will pressure margins of safety and elevate funding cost exposure.
Regulatory And Execution RiskKey Genco projects and commercial expansions are gated by regulatory approvals and timelines. Delays or adverse rulings would postpone rate base additions and EPS accretion, while recent political and federal directives (e.g., plant operation orders) add uncertainty to resource planning and contract structuring.
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NOU FAQ
What was Nisource’s price range in the past 12 months?
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What is Nisource’s market cap?
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When is Nisource’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nisource’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 25 days.
How were Nisource’s earnings last quarter?
Nisource released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $0.857 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.848 by $0.009.
Is Nisource overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nisource’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nisource pay dividends?
Nisource does not currently pay dividends.
What is Nisource’s EPS estimate?
Nisource’s EPS estimate is 0.19.
How many shares outstanding does Nisource have?
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What happened to Nisource’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nisource reported an EPS of $0.857 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.848. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nisource?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CH:NOU
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Nisource Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$41.34 (― Downside)
$41.34 (― Downside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth CHF1.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
21.77%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
10.37%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
10.56%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Nisource
NiSource Inc., an energy holding company, operates as a regulated natural gas and electric utility company in the United States. It operates in two segments, Columbia Operations and NIPSCO Operations. The company provides natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers through approximately 37,300 miles of distribution main pipeline and the associated individual customer service lines; and 310 miles of transmission main pipeline in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Kentucky, and Maryland. It also generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to approximately 0.5 million customers in various counties in the northern part of Indiana, as well as engages in wholesale electric and transmission transactions. It owns and operates steam coal generating stations in Wheatfield and Michigan City; combined cycle gas turbine in West Terre Haute; natural gas generating units in Wheatfield; hydro generating plants in Carroll County and White County; wind generating units in White County; and solar generating units in Sullivan County, Gibson County, Jasper County, and White County. The company was formerly known as NIPSCO Industries, Inc. and changed its name to NiSource Inc. in April 1999. NiSource Inc. was founded in 1847 and is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana.
NOU Company Deck
NOU Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasizes strong execution: Q1 EPS growth (+8% YoY), reaffirmed full-year guidance, an improved long-term EPS CAGR target, and material commercial progress in the Genco data center strategy (signed ~4 GW, $1.4B in customer savings). Operational and safety metrics were highlighted as best-in-class, and AI/process improvements showed measurable efficiency gains. Principal negatives are execution and timing risks around regulatory approvals, increased capital intensity requiring ongoing financing, a federal order affecting the Schahfer coal plant, and the fact that the sizable pipeline (~3 GW negotiating, ~2 GW developing) is not yet reflected in guidance. Overall, the positives — near-term results, constructive regulatory engagement, large signed transactions, and improved long-term outlook — materially outweigh the listed risks, which are primarily contingent on approvals and execution.View all CH:NOU earnings summariesNOU Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$41.34
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