NextEra Energy Q2: Adjusted EPS Climbs 9.5%, Backlog Reaches 35.1 GW, Merger Progresses

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NextEra Energy reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.15, up 9.5% year-over-year, added 3.6 GW to its renewables backlog, and reaffirmed full-year guidance. The Dominion Energy merger advanced with the S-4 now effective and shareholder meetings expected in early September.

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• Q2 Adjusted EPS Rises 9.5%

  Adjusted earnings reached $2.407 billion, or $1.15 per share, compared to $2.164 billion, or $1.05 per share, in Q2 2025. On a GAAP basis, net income was $3.144 billion, or $1.50 per share.

• Renewables Backlog Grows to 35.1 GW

  NextEra Energy Resources expanded its backlog by 3.6 GW of new renewables and storage, including 2 GW of battery storage, bringing the total to approximately 35.1 GW.

• 2026 Guidance Reaffirmed

  The company continues to expect 2026 adjusted EPS of $3.92 to $4.02 and is targeting the high end of that range. Long-term adjusted EPS growth of 8% or more through 2032 was also reaffirmed.

• Merger with Dominion Energy Advances

  The S-4 registration statement was declared effective on July 23. Proxy materials will be distributed soon, with shareholder meetings expected in early September. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2027.

auto_awesomeAnalysis · NEE · Energy & Transportation

A strong second quarter saw NextEra Energy's adjusted earnings per share rise 9.5% year-over-year to $1.15, fueled by ongoing capital investment at FPL and a 3.6 GW boost to the renewables backlog. The company reaffirmed its 2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $3.92–$4.02 and its long-term growth rate of 8% or more. Meanwhile, the Dominion Energy merger took a key step forward with the S-4 declared effective and shareholder votes expected in early September. These results highlight the company's ability to execute on its growth strategy while advancing a transformative acquisition.