CenterPoint Energy Launches New $1 Billion At-The-Market Equity Program

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CenterPoint Energy launched a new $1 billion At-The-Market equity program to fund capital expenditures and repay debt, replacing a smaller, existing program.

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• New ATM Program Established

  CenterPoint Energy entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement to sell up to $1 billion of common stock through an At-The-Market (ATM) offering from time to time.

• Replaces Prior Program

  This new program terminates a previous ATM agreement from January 10, 2024, which had approximately $84.9 million in unsold shares remaining.

• Funding for Capital Needs

  Proceeds are intended for general corporate purposes, which may include capital expenditure programs of the Company's operating subsidiaries and the repayment of commercial paper borrowings.

• Potential Dilution

  The program authorizes the company to issue a substantial amount of new shares, which could dilute the ownership of existing shareholders.

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CenterPoint Energy has established a new At-The-Market (ATM) equity program, allowing it to sell up to $1 billion in common stock over time. This program replaces a previous ATM with $84.9 million remaining unsold. While providing substantial capital for general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures and debt repayment, the potential for significant share dilution is a key consideration for investors.