Consolidated Edison Reports Q1 Earnings, Reaffirms 2026 Guidance, Settles $776M Equity Issuance

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Consolidated Edison announced Q1 2026 earnings, reaffirmed its full-year guidance, completed a $357.5 million asset sale, and settled a $776 million equity issuance to fund capital investments.

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• Q1 2026 Earnings

  Reported GAAP EPS of $2.55 (up from $2.26 in Q1 2025) and adjusted EPS of $2.18 (down from $2.26 in Q1 2025).

• 2026 Guidance Reaffirmed

  Maintained full-year adjusted EPS guidance in the range of $6.00 to $6.20 per share, indicating a stable outlook.

• $776 Million Equity Issuance

  Completed the physical settlement of a February 2026 forward sale agreement, issuing 7 million common shares to fund ongoing capital investments.

• $357.5 Million Asset Sale

  Completed the sale of its equity interest in Mountain Valley Pipeline, LLC, generating a GAAP gain and supporting strategic portfolio management.

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Consolidated Edison reported mixed first-quarter 2026 results, with GAAP EPS increasing to $2.55 while adjusted EPS slightly decreased to $2.18. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance, signaling a stable outlook. Financially, the company completed the physical settlement of a February 2026 forward sale agreement, issuing 7 million common shares for $776 million. While dilutive, these proceeds are crucial for funding the company's multi-year capital investment plan, as outlined in its recent 10-K. Additionally, Consolidated Edison completed the strategic sale of its interest in Mountain Valley Pipeline, LLC for $357.5 million, generating a GAAP gain and further streamlining its asset portfolio.