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RGC Resources Q2 2025 Earnings Report
RGC Resources reported increased earnings for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, driven by higher base rates and increased volumes, partially offset by lower earnings from an unconsolidated affiliate and higher interest expense.
Key Takeaways
RGC Resources, Inc. announced consolidated Company earnings of $7,676,208, or $0.74 per share, for the second quarter ended March 31, 2025, an increase from $6,443,390, or $0.63 per share, for the same period last year. The growth was primarily due to higher base rates effective July 1, 2024, and increased volumes, despite lower earnings from their unconsolidated affiliate and higher interest expense.
Net income for Q2 2025 increased to $7,676,208 from $6,443,390 in Q2 2024.
Basic earnings per share rose to $0.74 in Q2 2025 from $0.63 in Q2 2024.
Utility margin increased by 12% due to colder January weather and strong utilization from a large industrial customer.
Earnings from the MVP investment decreased to $801,175 in Q2 2025 from $1,229,384 in Q2 2024, as the prior year included Allowance for Funds Used During Construction.
RGC Resources
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RGC Resources Revenue by Geographic Location
Revenue by Geographic Location
Virginia Revenue
CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
The company's forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including inflation, interest rates, customer growth, infrastructure investment, and margins. They also consider gas prices, supply, and geopolitical factors.
Positive Outlook
- Higher base rates are expected to continue contributing positively to earnings.
- Continued strong utilization from industrial customers could support future margins.
- The pipeline being in operation is expected to contribute to earnings, though the AFUDC phase has ended.
- The final order from the State Corporation Commission making negotiated rates permanent provides regulatory certainty.
- The company's focus on providing energy and related products and services to customers in Virginia through its operating subsidiaries supports stable operations.
Challenges Ahead
- Lower earnings from the unconsolidated affiliate (MVP) compared to the construction phase could impact overall profitability.
- Higher interest expense continues to be a drag on earnings.
- Inflation and interest rates pose ongoing risks to financial performance.
- Uncertainties related to gas prices and supply could affect operational costs and revenues.
- Domestic and geopolitical considerations may introduce unforeseen risks to the business.