Eversource Energy (ES) Stock Overview
A public utility holding company, engages in the energy delivery business. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 0/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$68.52 |
| 52 Week High | US$76.57 |
| 52 Week Low | US$62.89 |
| Beta | 0.70 |
| 1 Month Change | -5.31% |
| 3 Month Change | -1.07% |
| 1 Year Change | 4.29% |
| 3 Year Change | 6.71% |
| 5 Year Change | -17.74% |
| Change since IPO | 312.15% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Sep 10
Eversource Energy: A Growth Story Still Developing
Summary Eversource Energy maintains a Buy rating, supported by a robust $26.5B capex plan, strong cash flow, and investment-grade balance sheet. ES targets 5%-7% annual non-GAAP EPS growth, with a rebound expected post-2026 and a 4.5% forward dividend yield above the sector median. Recent Aquarion Water sales and Moody’s outlook upgrade further strengthen ES’s risk profile and credit metrics, supporting capital allocation plans. Valuation remains attractive at a forward P/E of 15.2, below historical averages, with potential for a 17.6% total return by the end of 2027. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 27
ES: Modest Assumption Shifts Will Likely Keep Fair Value Steady
Analysts have raised their price target for Eversource Energy to about $74 from roughly $72, reflecting updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What’s in the News for Eversource Energy No recent company specific news items for Eversource Energy were provided in the available sources.
Narrative Update • Jul 02
ES: FERC Return Cut And Aquarion Sale Will Pressure Future Returns
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Eversource Energy from about $61.18 to $57.38 as they factor in a slightly lower profit margin outlook and a reduced future P/E multiple, partially offset by updated assumptions for revenue growth and the discount rate. What’s in the News for Eversource Energy Eversource Energy completed the US$2.4b sale of Aquarion Water Company to the Aquarion Water Authority, a quasi public entity of Connecticut, with plans to direct about US$1.7b of adjusted net equity proceeds to debt reduction, according to recent company reports.Narrative Update • Jun 18
ES: Earnings Strength And Regulatory Risks Will Likely Keep Fair Value Steady
The analyst price target for Eversource Energy has been revised slightly. Updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E have prompted a modest adjustment that analysts reflect in a new target close to $72 per share.Analysis Article • Jun 16
Eversource Energy (ES) Stock Could Be 4.6% Undervalued After Connecticut Regulatory Petition
Regulatory petition puts Eversource Energy stock in focus Connecticut’s attorney general has asked federal regulators to scrap a 0.5% return on equity adder that benefits Eversource Energy (ES). This move is putting fresh attention on how regulatory shifts could shape the utility’s earnings profile. See our latest analysis for Eversource Energy. Over the past year, Eversource Energy’s share price has had mixed momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 3.11% and a 90 day share price return...
Narrative Update • Jun 04
ES: Revised Assumptions And Discount Rate Will Support A Higher Multiple
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Eversource Energy to $85.00 from about $85.95, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly lower revenue growth, profit margin, discount rate, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News No recent company specific news items or key developments were provided in the available sources for Eversource Energy.Narrative Update • May 03
ES: Earnings Outlook And Margins Will Likely Support Fair Value Stability
Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Eversource Energy to $72.58, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Eversource Energy issued earnings guidance for the full year 2026, indicating an expected earnings range of $4.80 to $4.95 per share (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 19
ES: 2026 Earnings Guidance And Dividend Will Support A Higher Multiple
Analysts have slightly trimmed their price target on Eversource Energy to reflect updated views on fair value of about $86.11 versus $85.95, modestly lower forecast revenue growth and profit margins, and a revised future P/E assumption of roughly 19.23 versus 19.56. What's in the News Eversource Energy issued earnings guidance for full year 2026, targeting earnings in a range of $4.80 to $4.95 per share, providing a clearer view of management’s expectations for that period (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 05
ES: Earnings Outlook And Dividend Policy Will Likely Support Fair Value Stability
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Eversource Energy to about $73 from roughly $75. This reflects updated assumptions around slightly higher expected revenue growth, a modestly lower profit margin, a small change in the discount rate, and a slightly lower future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 21
ES: Steady Dividend And 2026 Earnings Guidance Will Support Fairly Valued Shares
Analysts have lifted their price target on Eversource Energy, with updated assumptions that include a fair value estimate of $61.18 and a forward P/E of 15.17x. This compares with the prior $59.60 fair value and 14.39x forward P/E and reflects revised views on discount rate, revenue growth and profit margin.Narrative Update • Mar 07
ES: Earnings Outlook And Dividend Policy Will Likely Support Fair Value Stability
Analysts now set their price target for Eversource Energy at about $75.38, up slightly from roughly $74.92, reflecting modest adjustments to assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News Eversource Energy issued earnings guidance for the full year 2026, with expected earnings in a range of $4.80 to $4.95 per share (company guidance).Narrative Update • Feb 21
ES: Earnings Guidance And Dividend Policy Will Likely Support Stable Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on Eversource Energy to about $74.92 from roughly $73.33, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, expected revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Eversource Energy issued earnings guidance for full year 2026, with expected earnings between $4.80 and $4.95 per share (company guidance).Analysis Article • Feb 16
Eversource Energy's (NYSE:ES) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
Eversource Energy ( NYSE:ES ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 31st of March to...Narrative Update • Feb 07
ES: Dividend Commitment Will Mask Mounting Risk From Lower Future P/E
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Eversource Energy slightly to about US$59.60 from US$60, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. What's in the News The Board of Trustees approved a quarterly dividend of $0.7875 per share, payable on March 31, 2026, to shareholders of record on March 5, 2026 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 24
ES: Earnings Profile And Board Changes Will Likely Support Stable Outlook
Analysts have increased their price target on Eversource Energy to about US$73.33 from roughly US$72.93. They cite slightly adjusted assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E as key drivers of the update.Narrative Update • Jan 09
ES: Reaffirmed 2025 EPS Guidance Will Support A Higher Future Earnings Multiple
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Eversource Energy by about $0.89, reflecting slightly higher discount rate assumptions, a modest adjustment to projected revenue growth, and a small tweak to expected profit margin and future P/E levels. What's in the News Eversource Energy has scheduled a board meeting for December 3, 2025, with an agenda that includes considering the election of Warren Robert Mudge as a Trustee (Board Meeting).Narrative Update • Dec 26
ES: Higher Earnings Outlook Will Mask Mounting Risk From Richer Multiples
Analysts have raised their price target on Eversource Energy from 50.51 dollars to 60.00 dollars, citing higher expected valuation multiples even as they moderate long term assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins. What's in the News Eversource Energy has scheduled a board meeting for December 3, 2025, with an agenda that includes considering the election of Warren Robert Mudge as a trustee (company filing).Narrative Update • Dec 11
ES: Earnings Outlook And Multiples Will Likely Support A Stable Profile
Analysts have raised their price target on Eversource Energy by approximately 0.3 percent to about 73 dollars, citing a slightly lower discount rate and modestly higher long term valuation multiples that support a marginally higher fair value estimate. What's in the News Eversource Energy has scheduled a board meeting for December 3, 2025, with an agenda that includes considering the election of Warren Robert Mudge as a Trustee (company filings).Narrative Update • Nov 27
ES: Earnings Guidance And Updated Estimates Will Likely Support Stable Outlook
Analysts have revised their price target for Eversource Energy downward to $72.73 from $75.60, based on modest changes in revenue growth projections, discount rates, and profit margin expectations. What's in the News Eversource Energy reaffirmed its earnings guidance for the year ending December 31, 2025 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Nov 13
ES: Recurring Earnings Guidance And Estimates Signal Steady Performance Ahead
Analysts have raised their price target for Eversource Energy by $1 to $75.60, citing improved revenue growth expectations and a modest uptick in projected fair value. What's in the News Eversource Energy reaffirmed earnings guidance for the year ending December 31, 2025, and is maintaining an expected compound annual EPS growth rate of 5% to 7% from a 2024 base of $4.57 per share (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Oct 30
ES: Profitability And Margin Improvements Will Support Steady EPS Growth Through 2029
The analyst price target for Eversource Energy has been revised upward by approximately $2.90, increasing from $71.69 to $74.60, as analysts cite improvements in projected fair value and profit margins. What's in the News Eversource Energy reaffirmed earnings guidance for 2025, expecting EPS guidance in the range of $4.67 to $4.82 per share (Key Developments) The company maintains its long-term EPS growth projection of 5% to 7% through 2029 (Key Developments) Valuation Changes Fair Value has increased from $71.69 to $74.60, reflecting an improved valuation outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 15
Advanced Grid Modernization And Legislative Support Will Deliver Sustainable Demand
Eversource Energy's analyst price target has risen slightly from $70.77 to $71.69, as analysts cite incremental improvements in revenue growth and a modest increase in profitability outlook. What's in the News Eversource Energy reaffirmed its earnings guidance for 2025, maintaining an expected EPS range of $4.67 to $4.82 per share (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Sep 21
Advanced Grid Modernization And Legislative Support Will Deliver Sustainable Demand
Despite a notable decline in consensus revenue growth forecasts and a modest increase in future P/E, Eversource Energy’s fair value estimate has edged up slightly from $69.71 to $70.77. What's in the News Eversource Energy reaffirmed 2025 EPS guidance of $4.67 to $4.82 per share and a long-term EPS growth target of 5% to 7% through 2029.Narrative Update • Aug 27
Advanced Grid Modernization And Legislative Support Will Deliver Sustainable Demand
Eversource Energy's consensus price target was revised down from $71.46 to $69.71, primarily due to a slight decrease in its future P/E multiple. What's in the News Eversource Energy reaffirmed 2025 EPS guidance of $4.67 to $4.82 per share, with a long-term EPS growth projection of 5% to 7% through 2029.Seeking Alpha • Mar 25
Eversource Energy: One Of The Last Undervalued Regulated Utilities
Summary 2024 was pivotal for utility stocks, with Eversource Energy transitioning to a 100% regulated utility, despite challenges like regulatory hurdles in Connecticut. Eversource's strategic focus includes divesting non-core assets, strengthening its balance sheet, and projecting 5%-7% EPS growth through 2029. Valuation models indicate Eversource is undervalued by ~15%, making it a compelling investment, especially with a sum of undervaluation, dividend yield, and growth exceeding 20%. Risks include potential higher interest rates and unfavorable regulatory decisions, but even in slightly pessimistic scenarios, the stock appears fairly valued or slightly undervalued. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 16
Eversource Energy: Newly Minted Dividend Aristocrat
Summary Eversource Energy, a Dividend Aristocrat, offers a near-5% yield and has a 25-year track record of steady dividend growth, making it attractive for income investors. The company's focus on electric and natural gas infrastructure and grid reliability positions it well for long-term growth in New England. With a forward P/E of 13.0, well below its historical average, Eversource presents a compelling investment opportunity for building a durable income stream. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 09
Eversource Energy: An Undervalued Solid Power Utility Stock
Summary Eversource Energy, an American utility holding company, is now a $24 billion (by market cap) major utility player. ES has increased its dividend for 26 consecutive years, with a 10-year dividend growth rate of 6.3%. Eversource Energy moved its revenue from $7.7 billion in FY 2014 to $11.9 billion in FY 2023, a compound annual growth rate of 5%. The forward P/E ratio is 13.6, which is based on midpoint guidance for this year’s adjusted EPS. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 25
Eversource Energy: Time To Buy This Quality Dividend Grower Now
Summary Eversource Energy is a leading regulated utility in New England, expected to see 5%-7% annual diluted EPS growth due to electrification and economic vibrancy. Eversource plans to invest $23.1 billion from 2024-2028 to modernize infrastructure and support these growth targets. ES is financially healthy and its healthy 4.3% dividend is projected to grow 6% annually. With a proven track record and undervalued shares, ES could deliver 20%+ annual total returns by 2026, justifying a buy rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 28
Eversource Energy's Grid Modernization Ambitions Position It For Growth
Summary Eversource Energy is heavily investing in grid modernization to address aging infrastructure and support future energy needs, positioning itself for long-term resilience and growth in the utility sector. Despite recent revenue declines, Eversource's operating income and EBITDA have shown promising growth, indicating stable performance amid a tough macro climate. The company's proactive approach includes substantial investments in new substations, electric distribution, and customer service modernization programs. While high debt and poor price performance are concerns, Eversource's low valuation and strong dividend yield make it a compelling long-term buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 07
Eversource Energy: Ready To Catch The Wind, Literally
Summary Eversource is a public utility company primarily engaged in energy delivery through subsidiaries in New England. The company is making strides in green technology with offshore wind projects and geothermal pilot projects. Eversource's financial outlook is positive, with proceeds from project sales improving free cash flow and reducing debt, leading to steady growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| ES | US Electric Utilities | US Market | |
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| 7D | -3.6% | -1.9% | -0.9% |
| 1Y | 4.3% | -0.07% | 14.2% |
Return vs Industry: ES exceeded the US Electric Utilities industry which returned -0.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: ES underperformed the US Market which returned 14.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| ES volatility | |
|---|---|
| ES Average Weekly Movement | 2.7% |
| Electric Utilities Industry Average Movement | 2.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.9% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 2.9% |
Stable Share Price: ES has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: ES's weekly volatility (3%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1927 | 10,731 | Joe Nolan | www.eversource.com |
Eversource Energy, a public utility holding company, engages in the energy delivery business. The company operates through Electric Distribution, Electric Transmission, Natural Gas Distribution, and Water Distribution segments. It is involved in the transmission and distribution of electricity; solar power facilities; and distribution of natural gas.
Eversource Energy Fundamentals Summary
| ES fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$25.81b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$1.45b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$14.00b |
17.8x
P/E Ratio1.8x
P/S RatioIs ES overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| ES income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$14.00b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$6.61b |
| Gross Profit | US$7.38b |
| Other Expenses | US$5.94b |
| Earnings | US$1.45b |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 3.85 |
| Gross Margin | 52.75% |
| Net Profit Margin | 10.35% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 180.7% |
How did ES perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
4.6%
Current Dividend Yield80%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/13 05:56 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Eversource Energy is covered by 27 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Gary Hovis | Argus Research Company |
| Daniel Ford | Barclays |
| Nicholas Campanella | Barclays |