Nisource Q2 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
NiSource reported a decrease in GAAP net income and diluted earnings per share for Q2 2023 compared to Q2 2022. Non-GAAP net operating earnings also saw a slight decrease. However, the company raised its 2023 non-GAAP NOEPS guidance to the upper half of $1.54 to $1.60 and reaffirmed its annual non-GAAP NOEPS growth target of 6-8% through 2027.
NiSource's 2023 EPS guidance raised to the upper half of the range, reaffirming long-term growth commitments.
Leading regulatory execution continues in both electric and gas businesses.
NIPSCO minority sale agreement with Blackstone Infrastructure Partners announced, expected to close by year-end.
Columbia Gas of Ohio has been awarded the Most Trusted Utility Brand Award for 2023 by Escalent for the second consecutive year.
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Forward Guidance
NiSource is raising 2023 non-GAAP NOEPS guidance to the upper half of $1.54 to $1.60. Annual non-GAAP NOEPS growth of 6-8% through 2027 is reaffirmed. Annual rate base growth of 8-10% is driven by $15 billion of capital expenditures anticipated during the 2023-27 period.
Positive Outlook
- The increased 2023 earnings expectations underscore our focus and ability to deliver on our financial commitments while supporting the growth and reliability of our energy systems.
- Partnership with Blackstone Infrastructure Partners marks yet another example of NiSource’s steadfast execution.
- Transaction enables to support ongoing investments in the state of Indiana and strengthens balance sheet and financial flexibility.
- The request seeks to recover approximately $40 million in capital invested in improving system safety and reliability through the 12-months ended July 2023.
- The base rate adjustment approval authorizes recovery of approximately $390 million of capital invested during the 2021 through 2023 period.
Challenges Ahead
- Fluctuations in weather
- Impact of asset sales and impairments
- Unusual or infrequent items included in GAAP results
- Economic conditions in certain industries
- Potential impairments of goodwill