Xcel Energy Inc (XEL)

Currency in USD
82.95
+4.13(+5.24%)
Closed·
80.47-2.48(-2.99%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
79.0283.11
52 wk Range
65.2184.23
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
78.82
Open
79.11
Day's Range
79.02-83.11
52 wk Range
65.21-84.23
Volume
9.11M
Average Volume (3m)
4.72M
1-Year Change
11.5396%
Book Value / Share
39.91
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
91.11
Upside
+9.84%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
Has maintained dividend payments for 55 consecutive years

Xcel Energy Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

17 Buy
1 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
19 analysts
Overall Consensus
Strong Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 91.11
(+9.84% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
BofA Securities
Buy86.00+3.68%84.00Maintain24/04/2026
BMO Capital
Buy94.00+13.32%90.00Maintain22/04/2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold92.00+10.91%93.00Maintain21/04/2026
KeyBanc
Buy90.00+8.50%89.00Maintain21/04/2026
Barclays
Buy91.00+9.70%82.00Maintain21/04/2026

Xcel Energy Inc SWOT Analysis


Ambitious Growth Plan
Xcel Energy unveils an updated 6-8% EPS CAGR, backed by a $6 billion capital plan with potential for $10 billion more, signaling robust expansion strategies
Clean Energy Pionee
Delve into Xcel's decarbonization initiatives and proactive wildfire risk management, positioning the company as a leader in sustainable utility operations
Market Valuation
With a market cap of $40.67B and analyst targets ranging from $65 to $74, Xcel Energy demonstrates strong investor confidence and potential for growth
Strategic Opportunities
Explore Xcel's focus on data center expansion and industrial electrification, leveraging economic growth in its territories to drive long-term value
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Xcel Energy Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Xcel Energy Q1 2026 EPS of $0.91 missed forecast of $0.93; revenue of $4.02B fell short of $4.17B estimate due to higher interest costs and weather impacts
  • Company reaffirmed 2026 EPS guidance of $4.04-$4.16 and long-term growth outlook of 6-8%, with average 9% EPS growth projected through 2030
  • Strategic partnerships announced with Google and NextEra Energy expected to drive future growth despite quarterly underperformance
  • Stock showed resilience with 3.49% gain at close to $78.82, though pre-market trading dipped 0.52% following earnings miss
  • Key risks include supply chain constraints, weather volatility, rising interest rates, and regulatory changes affecting capital investment plans
Last Updated: 30/04/2026, 17:18
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Earnings

Latest Release
30/04/2026
EPS / Forecast
0.91 / 0.93
Revenue / Forecast
4.02B / 4.17B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 3.42%
Dividend Yield
2.98%
Industry Median 3.35%
Annualised payout
2.37
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+5.80%
Growth Streak

Compare XEL to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
XEL
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
24.8x20.2x12.8x
PEG Ratio
−47.121.450.02
Price/Book
2.2x2.1x1.3x
Price / LTM Sales
3.5x3.1x1.8x
Upside (Analyst Target)
10.9%7.1%11.9%
Fair Value Upside
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Xcel Energy Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an electric and natural gas delivery company in the United States. It operates through Regulated Electric Utility and Regulated Natural Gas Utility segments. The company generates, purchases, transmits, distributes, and sells electricity through its energy portfolio, including wind, nuclear, hydroelectric, biomass, and solar power from both owned generation facilities and PPAs, as well as its fossil fuel energy portfolio, such as coal and natural gas; sale and resale of wholesale transmission service; and engages in wholesale commodity and trading operations. It also purchases, transports, stores, distributes, and sells natural gas; develops and leases natural gas pipelines and storage facilities; operates interstate natural gas pipeline; and invests in rental housing projects, energy technology companies, and community solar garden nonregulated assets. It serves electric and natural gas customers in portions of Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. The company was formerly known as Northern States Power company. Xcel Energy Inc. was incorporated in 1909 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Sector
Utilities
Employees
11534

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
315.20M50.50%24.84B
Other Institutional Investors
247.36M39.63%19.50B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
61.60M9.87%4.86B
Total
624.16M100.00%49.2B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
The Vanguard Group, Inc.12.43%77,610,8056,117,284
BlackRock, Inc.8.44%52,661,5924,150,787

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FAQ

What Is the Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) Share Price Today?

The Xcel Energy stock price today is 82.95 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Xcel Energy (XEL) Trade On?

Xcel Energy is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for Xcel Energy?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for Xcel Energy is "XEL."

Does Xcel Energy Pay Dividends? What’s The Current XEL Dividend Yield?

Yes, XEL Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current Xcel Energy dividend yield is 2.86%.

What Is the Current Xcel Energy Market Capitalisation?

As of today, Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) market cap is 51.77B USD.

What Is Xcel Energy's (XEL) Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Xcel Energy EPS is currently 3.42 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next Xcel Energy Earnings Date?

Xcel Energy's next earnings report will be released on 23/07/2026.

Is XEL a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's Xcel Energy moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal for XEL stock is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Xcel Energy Stock Split?

Xcel Energy has split 2 times. (See the XEL stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does Xcel Energy Have?

Xcel Energy has 11534 employees, based on their latest Companies House report.

What is the current trading status of Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL)?

As of 01/05/2026, Xcel Energy (XEL) is trading at a share price of 82.95 USD, with a previous close of 78.82 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 79.02 USD to 83.11 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 65.21 USD to 84.23 USD.

What Is Xcel Energy (XEL) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Xcel Energy is 91.11 USD, with a high estimate of 99 USD and a low estimate of 73 USD. 17 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Strong Buy. The stock has an +9.84% Upside potential.

What Is the XEL Premarket Price?

XEL's last pre-market stock price is 78.41 USD. The pre-market share volume is 1,900.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.41, or -0.52%.

What Is the XEL After Hours Price?

XEL's last after hours stock price is 80.47 USD, the stock has decreased by -2.48, or -2.99%.
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