Regulatory applications filed for the Dominion Energy–NextEra Energy merger
D sits 28% above its 52-week low of $55.854.
Summary
Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy filed regulatory applications for their all-stock merger, a key step in the approval process for the $67 billion deal.
Key Events · M&A and Partnerships · D
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Regulatory Applications Filed
Applications have been filed with the Virginia SCC, North Carolina UC, South Carolina PSC, FERC, and NRC for approval of the all-stock merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy.
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Merger Progress Update
The filing marks a procedural milestone in the $67 billion merger announced on May 18, 2026, moving the deal into the regulatory review phase.
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Regulatory Review Timeline
Approval from these agencies is required before the merger can close; the timeline and conditions set by regulators will be key factors for investors.
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Deal Context
The merger aims to create the world's largest regulated electric utility, with Dominion Energy shareholders receiving NextEra Energy stock in the all-stock transaction.
Analysis · D · Energy & Transportation
A critical procedural milestone has been reached as Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy submit applications to five key regulatory bodies—the Virginia SCC, North Carolina UC, South Carolina PSC, FERC, and NRC—seeking approval for their all-stock merger. This step moves the $67 billion deal from announcement toward execution, underscoring the companies' commitment to the combination. The filing also provides visibility into the regulatory review process, which will be a key determinant of deal completion and timing.
How filings like this one have moved
In the 30 days to Sep 14, 2026, 29.9% of the 1591 measured filings Wiseek scored 7 moved their stock by 5% or more by the next session's close. The median move was -0.24%. These are measured outcomes after filings of this importance, not a forecast for this one.
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At the time of this filing, D was trading at $71.69 on NYSE in the Energy & Transportation sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $63.1B. The 52-week trading range was $55.85 to $71.84. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 7 out of 10.