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Dec 31, 2024
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TC Energy Q4 2024 Earnings Report
TC Energy reported solid fourth-quarter 2024 operating and financial results.
Key Takeaways
TC Energy delivered a strong fourth-quarter performance, with net income of $1.1 billion and revenue of $3.58 billion. The company successfully increased its dividend for the 25th consecutive year and completed the mechanical construction of the Southeast Gateway pipeline 13% under budget.
Comparable earnings were $1.1 billion, or $1.05 per share, down from $1.2 billion last year.
Net income attributable to common shares was $1.1 billion, or $1.03 per share.
Revenue increased to $3.58 billion from $3.50 billion in Q4 2023.
The company increased its quarterly dividend by 3.3%.
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Forward Guidance
TC Energy expects 2025 comparable EBITDA to be higher due to new projects but forecasts lower EPS due to increased costs and tax rates.
Positive Outlook
- Southeast Gateway pipeline expected to be in service by May 1, 2025.
- Higher contributions from NGTL System due to revenue requirement settlement.
- Full-year impact of projects placed in service in 2024.
- Anticipated new project completions in 2025.
- Strong performance in Bruce Power operations.
Challenges Ahead
- Lower EPS expected due to increased depreciation rates.
- Lower AFUDC due to Southeast Gateway pipeline completion.
- Lower interest income due to reduced cash balances.
- Higher tax rates expected in 2025.
- Increased capitalized interest costs related to Coastal GasLink pipeline.