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NRG Energy
🇺🇸 NYSE:NRG
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Dec 31, 2024

NRG Energy Q4 2024 Earnings Report

NRG Energy reported strong financial performance for Q4 2024, driven by robust margins and operational excellence.

Key Takeaways

NRG Energy, Inc. reported GAAP net income of $643 million for Q4 2024 with an adjusted EPS of $1.56, reflecting strong operational performance. The company achieved an adjusted EBITDA of $902 million, despite the impact of extended planned maintenance and the sale of certain assets. Revenues for the quarter amounted to $6.86 billion.

GAAP net income of $643 million for Q4 2024.

Adjusted EPS of $1.56 for Q4 2024.

Revenue of $6.86 billion for Q4 2024.

Adjusted EBITDA of $902 million for Q4 2024.

Total Revenue
$6.86B
Previous year: $6.81B
+0.8%
EPS
$1.56
Previous year: $2.02
-22.8%
Adjusted EBITDA
$902M
Previous year: $861M
+4.8%
Free Cash Flow
$624M

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Forward Guidance

NRG Energy reaffirms 2025 guidance ranges for adjusted EPS of $6.75 to $7.75 and FCFbG of $1.975 billion to $2.225 billion.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong adjusted EPS exceeding raised guidance for 2024.
  • Partnerships with GE Vernova for new generation projects.
  • Operational efficiency with high In-the-Money Availability.
  • Successful capital allocation with $1.3 billion returned to shareholders.
  • Continued growth in Smart Home segment with high retention.

Challenges Ahead

  • Impact of extended planned maintenance in Texas segment.
  • Mild weather affecting electricity demand.
  • Losses incurred from debt extinguishment.
  • Asset sales affecting revenue growth.
  • Higher depreciation and amortization costs.