PEGPublic Service Enterprise Group (PEG) shows strong utility sector fundamentals with a consistent dividend, but faces near-term headwinds from rising interest rates and regulatory scrutiny. Thematic alignment with energy transition is positive but limited.
PEG is involved in the essential utility sector, which benefits from stable demand. Its investments in solar generation and energy efficiency align with the energy transition theme, but its core business remains heavily reliant on traditional energy infrastructure.
PEG demonstrates robust financial health with stable earnings and a solid dividend yield. Despite a recent dip in net margin, its overall profitability and balance sheet strength are commendable for the utility sector.
The stock's price action is consolidating after a recent upward trend. While it remains above key long-term moving averages, short-term indicators suggest potential for sideways movement or a slight pullback.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Energy Transition | 70 |
| Infrastructure Modernization | 80 |
| Regulatory Environment Impact | 50 |
| Economic Sensitivity | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 70 |
| Profitability | 75 |
| Growth | 40 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 60 |
| Cash Flow | 20 |
| Dividends | 95 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 70 |
| Momentum | 55 |
| Support & Resistance | 65 |
| Volume | 70 |
Positive Earnings Surprises
The company has exceeded earnings per share (EPS) estimates in 7 out of the last 8 quarters, with an average positive surprise of 4.58%, indicating consistent operational efficiency and reliable forecasting.
Undervalued Based on Forward P/E
The forward P/E ratio of 23.75 is lower than the trailing P/E of 31.1, suggesting that analysts expect future earnings to grow, making the stock potentially undervalued relative to its future performance.
High Price-to-Sales Ratio
The Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio of 5.2 (TTM) indicates that the market values the company at over five times its annual revenue, which could be considered high depending on industry norms and growth prospects.
Negative Free Cash Flow
The company has generated negative free cash flow in the last two fiscal years (-$1.247 billion in 2024 and -$1.385 billion in 2022), which can signal challenges in generating cash after operational and capital expenditures.
June 2025
30
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
5
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.77
A: $0.70
L: $0.64
H: 2.62B
A: 2.48B
L: 2.31B
September 2025
9
Ex-Dividend Date
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated, through its subsidiaries, operates in electric and gas utility, and nuclear generation businesses in the United States. It operates through PSE&G and PSEG Power segments. The PSE&G segment transmits electricity; distributes electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers; and appliance services and repairs to customers through its service territory, as well as invests in solar generation projects, and energy efficiency and related programs. The PSEG Power segment engages in nuclear generation businesses; and supplies power and natural gas to nuclear power plants and gas storage facilities activities. As of December 31, 2024, it had electric transmission and distribution system of 25,000 circuit miles and 869,000 poles; 57 switching stations with an installed capacity of 40,000 megavolt-amperes (MVA), and 234 substations with an installed capacity of 10,750 MVA; four electric distribution headquarters and five electric sub-headquarters; 18,000 miles of gas mains, 12 gas distribution headquarters, two sub-headquarters, and two meter shop, as well as 54 natural gas metering and regulating stations; and 158 MegaWatts defined conditions of installed PV solar capacity. Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated was founded in 1903 and is based in Newark, New Jersey.
87.00 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for PEG have a max estimate of 102.00 and a min estimate of 70.00.