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On Monday, BMO Capital Markets adjusted its outlook on Entergy Corp (NYSE:ETR), reducing the price target from $94.00 to $89.00 while maintaining an Outperform rating on the shares. Currently trading at $80.52, Entergy commands a market capitalization of $34.56 billion. The revision comes ahead of the company's first-quarter earnings call scheduled for April 29, 2025. According to InvestingPro data, analyst price targets for the utility giant range from $65 to $106. BMO anticipates Entergy will post earnings per share (EPS) of approximately $0.74 for the first quarter of 2025, which would mark an increase of around 37% year-over-year.
The firm's analyst highlighted that while a robust quarterly performance is expected, the stock's relative movement may be influenced by Entergy's capital investment plans and management's commentary on potential macroeconomic challenges. These include the effects of tariffs and the risk of a recession, which could impact Entergy's industrial customer base.
BMO's decision to lower the price target was based on marking-to-market the peer multiples in their Sum of the Parts (SOTP) analysis. Despite the reduced target, BMO reaffirms its Outperform rating, suggesting confidence in Entergy's potential for earnings revisions and associated multiple expansion. This optimism is supported by expected large load announcements and a relatively stable regulatory environment for the company. Additionally, Entergy has already priced a significant portion of the required equity financing, which could position it well for future growth.
Entergy's upcoming earnings call will likely provide investors with further insights into the company's performance and strategic direction amidst the current economic climate. Investors will be particularly attentive to any updates regarding capital plans and the company's outlook in the face of potential macroeconomic headwinds.
In other recent news, Entergy Corp. has announced a significant executive leadership transition. The company disclosed that Peter S. Norgeot, Jr., the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will retire on April 30, 2025. Following his departure, Kimberly Cook-Nelson will take over as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer on May 1, 2025. Cook-Nelson, who has been with Entergy since 1996, is currently serving as Executive Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer. In her new role, she will receive an annual base salary of $745,000, along with eligibility for an annual cash bonus targeted at 80% of her base salary. She will also receive various performance-based awards under Entergy's incentive plan. Additionally, John Dinelli will succeed Cook-Nelson as the new Chief Nuclear Officer. These leadership changes are part of Entergy's ongoing commitment to strategic management and operational excellence. The information is based on recent press releases and SEC filings by Entergy Corporation.
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