CenterPoint Energy Inc
$ 38.42
0.34%
29 Dec - close price
- Market Cap 25,083,197,000 USD
- Current Price $ 38.42
- High / Low $ 38.66 / 38.26
- Stock P/E 24.16
- Book Value 16.90
- EPS 1.59
- Next Earning Report 2026-02-19
- Dividend Per Share $0.87
- Dividend Yield 2.27 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-03-12
- ROA 0.03 %
- ROE 0.10 %
- 52 Week High 40.28
- 52 Week Low 29.87
About
CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP) is a prominent Fortune 500 utility company, providing electric and natural gas services to millions across key markets, including Texas, Indiana, and Minnesota. Focused on innovation and sustainability, CenterPoint is enhancing its operational efficiency through advanced smart grid technologies and an increasing commitment to renewable energy initiatives. The company's robust infrastructure and customer-centric approach position it as a significant force in the energy sector, driving not only economic growth but also the transition toward a more sustainable energy future. This strategic focus on modernization and customer satisfaction underscores CenterPoint's role as a pivotal player in the evolving energy landscape.
Analyst Target Price
$42.31
Quarterly Earnings
| Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2025-10-23 | 2025-07-28 | 2025-04-28 | 2025-02-18 | 2024-10-28 | 2024-07-30 | 2024-04-30 | 2024-02-20 | 2023-10-26 | 2023-07-27 | 2023-04-27 | 2023-02-17 |
| Reported EPS | 0.5 | 0.29 | 0.53 | 0.4 | 0.31 | 0.36 | 0.55 | 0.32 | 0.4 | 0.28 | 0.5 | 0.28 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.44 | 0.374 | 0.5471 | 0.4013 | 0.32 | 0.32 | 0.53 | 0.32 | 0.35 | 0.27 | 0.47 | 0.29 |
| Surprise | 0.06 | -0.084 | -0.0171 | -0.0013 | -0.01 | 0.04 | 0.02 | 0 | 0.05 | 0.01 | 0.03 | -0.01 |
| Surprise Percentage | 13.6364% | -22.4599% | -3.1256% | -0.3239% | -3.125% | 12.5% | 3.7736% | 0% | 14.2857% | 3.7037% | 6.383% | -3.4483% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-02-19 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2025-12-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.47 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | 2025-12-11 | 2025-09-11 | 2025-06-12 | 2025-03-13 | 2024-12-12 | 2024-09-12 | 2024-06-13 | 2024-03-14 | 2023-12-14 | 2023-09-14 |
| Amount | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.21 | $0.2 | $0.2 | $0.2 | $0.2 | $0.19 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $0.87 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.27% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-03-12 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2026-02-19 |
Recent News: CNP
2025-12-29 21:08:12
CenterPoint Energy Inc. has recently shown sideways trading, reflecting investor caution regarding interest rate expectations and utility sector demand. Despite muted short-term action, the stock has seen a mild upward trend over 90 days, offering a 10-15% price gain plus dividends over the last year, positioning it as a stable, income-oriented defensive holding. The company's future performance hinges on interest rate movements, successful capital expenditure execution, and its role in the evolving energy transition.
2025-12-29 21:07:30
CenterPoint Energy Inc. has recently shown sideways trading, prompting investors to question whether it's a safe haven or a value trap. While not a dramatic outperformer, the stock has delivered solid returns for long-term, yield-focused investors, with approximately 10-15% price gain plus a 2.5-3% dividend yield over the past year. Future performance will depend on interest rates, execution of capital expenditure programs, and the company's response to the evolving energy transition.
2025-12-29 14:08:16
Over 30,000 CenterPoint Energy customers in Houston experienced power outages early this morning due to strong overnight wind gusts. While crews are actively working to restore service, approximately 27,000 customers remain without power. Residents are advised to exercise caution around downed power lines and report any outages to CenterPoint.
2025-12-29 14:08:10
CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP) is poised for growth due to its significant investments in infrastructure upgrades and the expansion of its renewable energy portfolio, with a long-term earnings growth rate projected at 8.86%. While rising electricity demand and grid modernization efforts are strong tailwinds, the company faces headwinds from tariffs on imported solar panels, which could increase project costs. Despite these challenges, CNP maintains a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) and its shares have seen a 20.3% increase over the past year.
2025-12-29 12:00:00
Xcel Energy's natural gas customers in Minnesota face a 6.8% rate increase starting January 1st, adding about $70 annually to the average home's bill. This temporary hike was approved by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) while they review Xcel's larger request for an 8.2% increase. The utility attributes the need for higher rates to maintenance costs for safety, infrastructure upgrades, and increased operating expenses.
2025-12-26 05:19:00
The Trump Administration has issued an emergency order for CenterPoint Energy and two other companies to continue operating coal-fired power plants in Indiana. This decision, announced by U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright, aims to safeguard energy reliability and affordability in the Midwest, particularly during extreme winter conditions. The order ensures that the F.B Culley station in Newburgh and the R.M. Schahfer station in northern Indiana, originally scheduled for closure this month, remain operational.
