FirstEnergy Corp. remains a compelling 'buy' in the utility sector, supported by strong growth, attractive valuation, and low leverage. FE's revenue and EBITDA are rising, with Q1 2026 revenue up 11.6% and EBITDA expanding from $1.20B to $1.44B year-over-year. Management projects $36B in investments from 2026–2030, targeting 6–8% annual EPS growth, driven by robust data center demand.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-14 05:20:08

FE, AEE, KO and NYT stand out as low-beta defensive stocks as renewed U.S.-Iran tensions, higher oil prices and market volatility raise demand for stability.

zacks.com - 2026-07-13 09:56:56

Skyrocketing demand from artificial intelligence data centers is exacerbating shortages of critical grid equipment like transformers across the U.S., driving up costs, stretching out wait times and spurring utilities ​and developers to lock in orders far in advance.

reuters.com - 2026-07-09 05:36:56

FE's rising data center pipeline and Energize365 grid investments fuel long-term demand growth, earnings visibility and shareholder returns.

zacks.com - 2026-07-03 13:15:10

AKRON, Ohio, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) will release financial results for the second quarter of 2026 after markets close on Tuesday, July 28. These results will be discussed by FirstEnergy management during a conference call with financial analysts at 9 a.m.

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-02 08:30:00

Investors interested in Utility - Electric Power stocks are likely familiar with FirstEnergy (FE) and NextEra Energy (NEE). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

zacks.com - 2026-06-30 12:41:04

Keep Your Cool and Your Bills in Check During Extreme Heat PR Newswire AKRON, Ohio, June 29, 2026

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-29 14:00:00

Easy ways to stay safe, comfortable and energy smart from FirstEnergy AKRON, Ohio, June 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With an extended stretch of extreme heat expected this week, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) wants to help you stay cool and in control of your energy costs. Beat the heat and keep your energy use – and costs – in check with these tips: Use a ceiling or box fan to cool off and give your AC a break.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-29 13:25:00

CORRECTED: The Illuminating Company Marks Reliability Milestone with Two New Transformers in Lakewood PR Newswire

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-25 21:00:00

Equipment supports ongoing reliability improvements to help reduce outages for customers LAKEWOOD, Ohio, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) electric company The Illuminating Co. has reached a key milestone in its efforts to improve electric reliability in Lakewood and West Cleveland with the delivery of its first new transformer to the Lakewood Substation. Transformers are critical pieces of equipment that regulate voltage and help deliver electricity safely and reliably to homes and businesses.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-25 20:11:00

Equipment supports ongoing reliability improvements to help reduce outages for customers LAKEWOOD, Ohio, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) electric company The Illuminating Co. has reached a key milestone in its efforts to improve electric reliability in Lakewood and West Cleveland with the delivery of its first new transformer to the Lakewood Substation. Transformers are critical pieces of equipment that regulate voltage and help deliver electricity safely and reliably to homes and businesses.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-25 15:38:00

FirstEnergy's regulated structure, rising data-center demand and $36B investment plan support grid upgrades, renewable expansion and earnings growth.

zacks.com - 2026-06-18 12:46:15

Antonio Fernández appointed Vice President of Business Transformation; Deandra Williams-Lewis named Vice President and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer; Brian Harrell assumes additional role of Chief Privacy Officer AKRON, Ohio, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today announced a series of senior leadership appointments that underscore a commitment to operational excellence, integrity and data protection. After a comprehensive external and internal search process, Antonio Fernández has been named Vice President of Business Transformation, starting June 28, reporting to Jon Taylor, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-18 09:37:00

Experienced leaders will help improve reliability, accountability and customer experience AKRON, Ohio, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) recently named three senior leaders to strengthen operational performance, advance its safety culture and accelerate enterprise-wide technology transformation: Chris Beam as President, West Virginia/Maryland Operations; Hanneke Counts as Vice President, Environmental Health and Safety; and Daniel Puscas as Chief Information Officer. Together, these leaders complement FirstEnergy's business strategy by reinforcing key priorities: operating the system safely and reliably, executing investments with discipline and modernizing the tools and processes that support the business.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-17 16:47:00

Severe weather expected to move across the state starting Wednesday evening AKRON, Ohio, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Ohio electric companies Ohio Edison, Toledo Edison and The Illuminating Company are closely monitoring and prepared to quickly respond to any outages caused by severe weather expected to move through the state Wednesday evening. Forecasts indicate the potential for strong winds, heavy rain and possible tornadoes, which could bring down trees, branches and power lines.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-17 16:30:00

/PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company (FE PA) - a FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) company known locally as Penn Power, Penelec, Met-Ed and

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-17 13:12:00

The largest U.S. utility is about to buy Dominion Energy, a big peer with data-center exposure. What's not to like?

wsj.com - 2026-06-10 05:30:00

MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Jersey Central Power & Light Company ("JCP&L" or the "Company") a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., today announced that it had extended its offer (the "exchange offer") to exchange up to (i) $350 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 4.150% Senior Notes due 2029, (ii) $500 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 4.400% Senior Notes due 2031 and (iii) $500 million aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 5.150% Senior Notes due 2036 (collectively, the "Outstanding Notes") for a like principal amount of each of the Company's (i) 4.150% Senior Notes due 2029, (ii) 4.400% Senior Notes due 2031 and (iii) 5.150% Senior Notes due 2036 (collectively, the "New Notes") registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-02 07:20:00

FirstEnergy (FE) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

zacks.com - 2026-05-28 12:31:26

FirstEnergy's earnings outlook, ROE and $36B capex plan give it an edge in a utility head-to-head for 2026.

zacks.com - 2026-05-27 14:27:03

Filing details planned investments to enhance reliability and keep rates predictable AKRON, Ohio, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy electric companies The Illuminating Company, Ohio Edison and Toledo Edison have filed their first Three-Year Rate Plan (TYRP) with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). The plan supports strengthening the electric system to improve reliability and provides customers with more predictable rate changes.

prnewswire.com - 2026-05-26 16:53:00

FirstEnergy (FE) is fundamentally stronger, but its valuation lacks a wide margin of safety due to regulatory risks. Q1 results were solid, with core EPS up 7.5% YoY and 2026 guidance reaffirmed, yet FE trades at ~16.5x forward earnings. The $36B five-year capex plan and data center opportunities hinge on regulatory approvals, with heavy $28B debt and potential dilution remaining concerns.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-21 06:45:26

Utilities stocks and the related ETFs have warded off interest rate disappointment this year. Indeed, they've delivered admirable performances, particularly in the context of the sector as a slow-moving bond proxy.

etftrends.com - 2026-05-20 11:38:09

NextEra and Dominion Energy's massive merger may depend on ​whether the combined company can keep power bills in check even as it rushes to supply the energy-hungry data ‌centers that have pushed consumer electricity prices higher.

reuters.com - 2026-05-20 07:03:41

Residential rates would remain among the lowest in the region FAIRMONT, W.Va., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mon Power and Potomac Edison, subsidiaries of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), have asked the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) to review electric rates so the companies can keep investing in a safe, reliable electric system that is better prepared for severe weather, while keeping costs in mind.

prnewswire.com - 2026-05-18 09:15:00

The VictoryShares US Large Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (NASDAQ:CDL) pulls its distribution from dividends paid by large U.S.

247wallst.com - 2026-05-15 09:56:49

The most oversold stocks in the utilities sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.

benzinga.com - 2026-05-15 06:11:16

Whether you're a value, growth, or momentum investor, finding strong stocks becomes easier with the Zacks Style Scores, a top feature of the Zacks Premium research service.

zacks.com - 2026-05-11 10:40:37

Investors interested in stocks from the Utility - Electric Power sector have probably already heard of FirstEnergy (FE) and NextEra Energy (NEE). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

zacks.com - 2026-04-30 12:40:25

FirstEnergy Corp. (FE) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-04-29 16:41:58

FE's first-quarter revenues have risen 10.5% to $4.2B, core EPS met estimates and the Energize365 capital plan of $36B for 2026-2030 and full-year guidance are reaffirmed.

zacks.com - 2026-04-29 12:25:37

FirstEnergy (FE) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.72 per share, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate . This compares to earnings of $0.67 per share a year ago.

zacks.com - 2026-04-28 18:47:33

Utility FirstEnergy reported a 12.5% rise in first-quarter profit on Tuesday, lifted by higher electricity rates ​and growing demand from power-hungry data centers.

reuters.com - 2026-04-28 18:33:13

Reports first quarter 2026 GAAP earnings of $0.70 per share and Core Earnings (non-GAAP) of $0.72 per share Invested nearly $1.4 billion in customer-focused capital, consistent with $6 billion in planned investments in 2026 and 2026-2030 capital investment plan of $36 billion Reaffirms 2026 Core Earnings guidance range of $2.62 to $2.82 per share Reaffirms Core Earnings compound annual growth near the top end of 6-8% AKRON, Ohio, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today reported first quarter 2026 GAAP earnings of $405 million, or $0.70 per basic and diluted share, on revenue of $4.2 billion. In the first quarter of 2025, the company reported GAAP earnings of $360 million, or $0.62 per basic and diluted share, on revenue of $3.8 billion.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-28 16:20:00

GREENSBURG, Pa., April 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --  Employee volunteers from FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company (FE PA), a FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) company doing business as West Penn Power, will be giving away trees in Westmoreland County as part of extended Arbor Day celebrations.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-27 09:11:00

Arizona State Retirement System cut its stake in FirstEnergy Corporation (NYSE: FE) by 7.0% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 150,326 shares of the utilities provider's stock after selling 11,378 shares during the quarter. Arizona State Retirement System's holdings in

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-27 04:04:53

FE is expected to deliver solid Q1 results on rising data center demand. But high expenses are likely to have tempered gains.

zacks.com - 2026-04-24 12:11:27

Here is how Consolidated Edison (ED) and FirstEnergy (FE) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

zacks.com - 2026-04-24 10:42:18

Forward-looking plan invests in upgrades to improve reliability and help keep bills manageable AKRON, Ohio, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy electric companies The Illuminating Company, Ohio Edison and Toledo Edison announced they plan to file their first Three-Year Rate Plan (TYRP) with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) by May 22, 2026. The TYRP supports significant upgrades that make the electric system stronger and gives customers a clearer view of what work is planned and how it affects bills.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-23 07:30:00

Upgrades to reinforce service for Toledo Edison customers in Williams County TOLEDO, Ohio, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Transmission Systems, Inc. (ATSI), a FirstEnergy Transmission company, is rebuilding about 11 miles of a high-voltage power line in eastern Williams County. The West Unity (Stryker) 69-kV Line Rebuild Project includes replacing aging equipment with stronger structures and updated technology to reduce outage risks for Toledo Edison customers in and around West Unity.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-21 13:27:00

Amid rising electricity demand and higher unit prices, utilities like FE, NI, NWE and OTTR are well-positioned to benefit, supported by their strong customer base and well-chalked capital expenditure plans.

zacks.com - 2026-04-21 11:15:47

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.

zacks.com - 2026-04-21 11:01:32

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

zacks.com - 2026-04-21 10:41:03

Shifting electricity use to times of the day when demand is lower can save money for participating residential customers WILLIAMSPORT, Md., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Maryland customers of Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), now have a new way to save on their electric bill.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-20 12:55:00

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CRA International, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRAI), a worldwide leader in providing economic, financial, and management consulting services, today announced that an auction process will be conducted for FirstEnergy Corp.'s (NYSE: FE) Ohio subsidiaries – Ohio Edison Company, The Cleveland Electric Illuminating Company, and The Toledo Edison Company – to procure full requirements service for their Standard Service Offer customers. The auction process will lead up to the auction sched.

businesswire.com - 2026-04-15 08:30:00