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Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) reported its fiscal 2024 second-quarter results showing net income of $204.3 million ($3.58 per share), reaffirmed earnings guidance, and continued focus on growth and operational excellence. Gas Utility earnings grew, while Gas Marketing and Midstream earnings were solid despite the absence of favorable market conditions from the prior year.

Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) ha riportato i risultati del secondo trimestre dell'anno fiscale 2024, registrando un utile netto di 204,3 milioni di dollari (3,58 dollari per azione), ha confermato le previsioni di guadagno e continua a concentrarsi sulla crescita e sull'eccellenza operativa. I guadagni dell'unità di distribuzione del gas sono aumentati, mentre i guadagni delle attività di marketing del gas e di midstream sono stati solidi nonostante l'assenza di condizioni di mercato favorevoli rispetto all'anno precedente.
Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) reportó los resultados del segundo trimestre del año fiscal 2024, mostrando una ganancia neta de $204,3 millones ($3,58 por acción), reafirmó la guía de ganancias y continuó enfocándose en el crecimiento y la excelencia operacional. Las ganancias de la utilidad de gas aumentaron, mientras que las ganancias en la comercialización de gas y midstream fueron sólidas a pesar de la ausencia de condiciones de mercado favorables comparado con el año anterior.
Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR)는 2024 회계연도 2분기 결과를 발표했으며, 순이익은 2억 430만 달러(주당 3.58달러)를 기록하고 수익 지침을 재확인하며 성장과 운영 우수성에 계속 집중하고 있습니다. 가스 유틸리티 수익은 증가했으며, 가스 마케팅 및 미드스트림 수익은 전년도에 비해 유리한 시장 조건이 없음에도 불구하고 견고했습니다.
Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) a publié ses résultats pour le deuxième trimestre de l'exercice fiscal 2024, affichant un bénéfice net de 204,3 millions de dollars (3,58 dollars par action), a confirmé ses prévisions de bénéfices, et continue de se concentrer sur la croissance et l'excellence opérationnelle. Les bénéfices de l'activité de distribution de gaz ont augmenté, tandis que ceux du marketing du gaz et des activités intermédiaires sont restés solides malgré l'absence des conditions de marché favorables de l'année précédente.
Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) berichtete über die Ergebnisse des zweiten Quartals des Geschäftsjahres 2024 mit einem Nettogewinn von 204,3 Millionen Dollar (3,58 Dollar pro Aktie), bestätigte die Gewinnprognose und setzte den Fokus weiterhin auf Wachstum und betriebliche Exzellenz. Die Erträge aus dem Gasversorgungsgeschäft stiegen, während die Erträge aus Gasvermarktung und Midstream solide blieben, trotz des Fehlens günstiger Marktbedingungen im Vergleich zum Vorjahr.
Positive
  • Spire reported net income of $204.3 million ($3.58 per share) for the second quarter of fiscal 2024, showing growth compared to the previous year.

  • The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2024 net economic earnings guidance range of $4.25–$4.45 per share, indicating confidence in meeting full-year earnings targets.

  • Despite challenges like a warmer winter and higher interest costs, Spire remains focused on executing its growth strategy and providing safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to customers.

Negative
  • Gas Marketing segment reported lower net economic earnings of $15.5 million in fiscal 2024 second quarter compared to $21.8 million in the prior year due to absence of very favorable market conditions.

  • Midstream segment's net economic earnings decreased to $3.8 million in fiscal 2024 second quarter from $4.2 million in the prior year, reflecting the absence of favorable market conditions that did not recur.

  • Spire's other activities reported a loss of $10.7 million on a net economic earnings basis, consistent with the previous year.

Upon reviewing Spire Inc.'s recent financial results, one key takeaway is the successful navigation of market dynamics. Despite a warmer winter reducing demand and higher interest costs, the company upheld its fiscal year earnings guidance. This is indicative of effective cost management and operational efficiency. The growth in the Gas Utility segment, particularly in Alabama, underscores the benefits of rate adjustments and infrastructure investments. However, investors should note the lower Gas Marketing and Midstream earnings attributing to less market volatility compared to an unusually favorable prior year. This variability stresses the importance of a robust diversified portfolio to hedge against market fluctuations. The issuance of shares indicates a dilutive effect, which while expanding capital, could pressure earnings per share in the short term. Yet, the increased capital expenditure forecasted suggests a strategic investment in utility growth which may bode well for long-term valuation.

The increase in capital expenditures for Spire, from $765 million to $800 million, reflects a bullish stance on infrastructure investment which is critical for sustaining utility growth. A important aspect for stakeholders is the projected 7-8% annual utility rate base growth, aligning with industry trends towards modernizing grid infrastructure. Rate base growth is a strong indicator of a utility's health and potential for increased revenue. Moreover, the company's confidence in achieving a 5-7% increase in net economic earnings per share over the long term leverages the industry's move towards reliability and efficiency upgrades. Investors should be informed of the implications of regulatory environments on utilities, as rate adjustments are typically subject to state commissions' approval which can impact profitability.

Spire's strategy emphasizing a robust capital expenditure plan aligns with the broader push for infrastructure revitalization within the energy sector. As natural gas continues to play a pivotal role in the energy mix, companies like Spire that are proactive in upgrading systems and expanding services are positioning themselves advantageously. This is particularly relevant in light of the current focus on energy security and the transition to cleaner energy sources. Investors should consider the potential long-term benefits of these investments, such as improved service reliability and compliance with evolving regulatory standards. Furthermore, the acquisitions of MoGas and Salt Plains reveal an expansion strategy that could enhance Spire's market footprint and diversify revenue streams, a move that is becoming increasingly common in the energy market to mitigate sector-specific risks.

ST. LOUIS, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) today reported results for its fiscal 2024 second quarter ended March 31. Highlights include:

  • Net income of $204.3 million ($3.58 per share) compared to $179.2 million ($3.33 per share) a year ago
  • Net economic earnings* (NEE) of $196.6 million ($3.45 per share) compared to $199.2 million ($3.70 per share) a year ago
  • Reaffirmed fiscal 2024 net economic earnings guidance range of $4.25–$4.45 per share

For fiscal 2024 second quarter, Spire reported consolidated net economic earnings per share of $3.45 compared to $3.70 a year ago. Gas Utility earnings grew as new rates were offset, in part, by lower weather-driven usage in Missouri and higher interest expense. Gas Marketing and Midstream earnings were solid compared to very favorable market conditions in the prior year that did not recur.

"Despite a warmer than normal winter and higher interest costs, we continue to expect to meet our full year earnings target," said Steve Lindsey, president and chief executive officer of Spire. "We are making progress on our robust capital expenditure plan, and looking ahead, we remain focused on execution of our growth strategy and operational excellence in all of our businesses. This positions us well to continue providing safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to our customers."

Second Quarter Results


Three Months Ended March 31,




(Millions)



(Per Diluted Common Share)




2024



2023



2024



2023


Net Economic Earnings (Loss)* by Segment

















Gas Utility


$

188.0



$

183.9










Gas Marketing



15.5




21.8










Midstream



3.8




4.2










Other



(10.7)




(10.7)










Total


$

196.6



$

199.2



$

3.45



$

3.70


Fair value and timing adjustments, pre-tax



10.2




(26.6)




0.17




(0.50)


Income tax adjustments



(2.5)




6.6




(0.04)




0.13


Net Income


$

204.3



$

179.2



$

3.58



$

3.33


Weighted Average Diluted Shares Outstanding



55.9




52.6



























*Non-GAAP, see "Net Economic Earnings and Reconciliation to GAAP."

 

The earnings per share comparison includes higher weighted-average shares outstanding resulting from the issuance of 2.7 million shares in March 2024 related to the conversion of the equity units and 1.7 million shares in December 2023 related to the settlement of forward shares under the at-the-market equity program.

NEE excludes from net income, as applicable, the impacts of fair value accounting and timing adjustments associated with energy-related transactions, the impacts of acquisition, divestiture and restructuring activities, and the largely non-cash impacts of other non-recurring or unusual items such as impairments and certain regulatory, legislative, or GAAP standard-setting actions.

Gas Utility

The Gas Utility segment reported fiscal 2024 second quarter NEE of $188.0 million, an increase from $183.9 million in the prior year reflecting higher earnings at Spire Alabama partially offset by lower Spire Missouri earnings.

Contribution margin increased $18.4 million primarily due to the benefit of rates implemented in early January 2024 at Spire Alabama, Spire Missouri ISRS revenues and increased Spire Alabama usage net of weather mitigation. These favorable items were partially offset by lower Spire Missouri weather-driven usage net of weather mitigation.

Operation and maintenance expense of $121.6 million was $2.3 million higher than a year ago due to higher employee related costs partially offset by lower operational and third-party spend.

Depreciation and amortization expense increased $5.2 million from last year, reflecting increased capital investment. Interest expense also increased $2.8 million to $38.3 million primarily due to higher short-term and long-term rates.

Gas Marketing

The Gas Marketing segment reported fiscal 2024 second quarter NEE of $15.5 million, compared to $21.8 million in the prior year. Fiscal 2024 results benefitted from volatility early in the quarter; results from prior year reflected very favorable market conditions that did not recur this year.

Midstream

The Midstream segment reported fiscal 2024 second quarter NEE of $3.8 million compared to $4.2 million in the year-ago period. The quarter-over-quarter decrease reflects solid results compared to very favorable market conditions in the prior year that did not recur. A portion of the value created this Winter is expected to be recognized in the second half of fiscal 2024. The results also include the earnings of MoGas and Salt Plains as a result of acquisitions over the last twelve months.

Other

Spire's other activities reported a loss on an NEE basis of $10.7 million, consistent with last year, as lower corporate costs were offset by higher interest expense.

Year-to-Date Results


Six Months Ended March 31,




(Millions)



(Per Diluted Common Share)




2024



2023



2024



2023


Net Economic Earnings (Loss)* by Segment

















Gas Utility


$

263.8



$

246.8










Gas Marketing



22.7




47.5










Midstream



6.2




8.0










Other



(13.4)




(18.0)










Total


$

279.3



$

284.3



$

4.96



$

5.26


Fair value and timing adjustments, pre-tax



15.4




(18.8)




0.27




(0.36)


Acquisition activities, pre-tax



(1.9)







(0.03)





Income tax adjustments



(3.4)




4.7




(0.06)




0.09


Net Income


$

289.4



$

270.2



$

5.14



$

4.99


Weighted Average Diluted Shares Outstanding



54.7




52.6



























*Non-GAAP, see "Net Economic Earnings and Reconciliation to GAAP."

 

For the first six months of fiscal 2024, Spire reported consolidated net income of $289.4 million ($5.14 per diluted share) compared to prior-year net income of $270.2 million ($4.99 per diluted share). Net economic earnings were $279.3 million ($4.96 per share) compared to NEE of $284.3 million ($5.26 per share) last year. The results reflect growth at the Gas Utility segment, which was more than offset by reduced commodity and basis volatility in the current year for the Gas Marketing and Midstream segments compared to very favorable market conditions in the prior year. The earnings per share comparison includes higher weighted-average shares outstanding in the current period.

Gas Utility

For the first six months of fiscal 2024, Gas Utility reported NEE of $263.8 million, up from $246.8 million in the prior year. The higher earnings reflect a strong performance across all utilities.

Contribution margin increased $41.2 million, due to the benefit of rates at Spire Missouri and Spire Alabama, Spire Missouri ISRS revenues and higher Spire Alabama usage net of weather mitigation. These favorable items were partially offset by lower Spire Missouri weather-driven usage net of weather mitigation.

Operation and maintenance expense of $238.3 million was $0.9 million lower than a year ago due to lower operational spend, partially offset by higher employee-related costs.

Depreciation and amortization expense increased $9.7 million from last year, reflecting increased capital investment. Interest expense also increased $9.7 million.

Gas Marketing

Gas Marketing NEE was $22.7 million, compared to $47.5 million in the prior year as very favorable market conditions in the prior year did not recur.

Midstream

Midstream NEE was $6.2 million compared to $8.0 million in the year-ago period. The year-over-year decrease reflects solid results compared to very favorable market conditions in the prior year that did not recur. The results also include the earnings of MoGas and Salt Plains as a result of acquisitions over the last twelve months.

Other

Spire's other activities reported a loss on an NEE basis of $13.4 million for the first six months of fiscal 2024 compared to a loss of $18.0 million a year ago, reflecting the settlement of an interest rate hedge in the current period, partially offset by higher corporate costs and interest expense.

Guidance and Outlook

Spire continues to expect fiscal 2024 NEE to be in a range of $4.25–$4.45 per share. We remain confident in our ability to grow long-term NEE per share 5–7% driven by expected 7–8% annual utility rate base growth, reflecting our robust capital investment plan.

Our 10-year $7.3 billion capital investment target through fiscal 2033 is driven by increasing investment in infrastructure upgrades and new business in the Gas Utility segment. Expected capital expenditures for fiscal 2024 has increased from $765 million to $800 million.

Conference Call and Webcast

Spire will host a conference call and webcast today to discuss its fiscal 2024 second quarter financial results. To access the call, please dial the applicable number approximately 5–10 minutes in advance.

Date and Time:


Wednesday, May 1





8 a.m. CT (9 a.m. ET)








Phone Numbers:


U.S. and Canada:


844-824-3832



International:


412-317-5142

 

The webcast can be accessed at Investors.SpireEnergy.com under Events & Presentations. A replay of the call will be available at 10 a.m. CT (11 a.m. ET) on May 1 until June 1, 2024, by dialing 877-344-7529 (U.S.), 855‑669-9658 (Canada), or 412-317-0088 (international). The replay access code is 8194130.

About Spire

At Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) we believe energy exists to help make people's lives better. It's a simple idea, but one that's at the heart of our company. Every day we serve 1.7 million homes and businesses making us one of the largest publicly traded natural gas companies in the country. We help families and business owners fuel their daily lives through our gas utilities serving Alabama, Mississippi and Missouri. Our natural gas-related businesses include Spire Marketing and Spire Midstream. We are committed to transforming our business through growing organically, investing in infrastructure, and advancing through innovation. Learn more at SpireEnergy.com.

Forward-Looking Information and Non-GAAP Measures

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Spire's future operating results may be affected by various uncertainties and risk factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, including weather conditions, economic factors, the competitive environment, governmental and regulatory policy and action, and risks associated with acquisitions. More complete descriptions and listings of these uncertainties and risk factors can be found in the Company's annual (Form 10-K) and quarterly (Form 10-Q) filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

This news release includes the non-GAAP financial measures of "net economic earnings," "net economic earnings per share," and "contribution margin." Management also uses these non-GAAP measures internally when evaluating the Company's performance and results of operations. Net economic earnings exclude from net income, as applicable, the impacts of fair value accounting and timing adjustments associated with energy-related transactions, the impacts of acquisition, divestiture and restructuring activities and the largely non-cash impacts of impairments and other non-recurring or unusual items such as certain regulatory, legislative, or GAAP standard-setting actions. The fair value and timing adjustments, which primarily impact the Gas Marketing segment, include net unrealized gains and losses on energy-related derivatives resulting from the current changes in the fair value of financial and physical transactions prior to their completion and settlement, lower of cost or market inventory adjustments, and realized gains and losses on economic hedges prior to the sale of the physical commodity. Management believes that excluding these items provides a useful representation of the economic impact of actual settled transactions and overall results of ongoing operations. Contribution margin adjusts revenues to remove the costs that are directly passed on to customers and collected through revenues, which are the wholesale cost of natural gas and gross receipts taxes. These internal non-GAAP operating metrics should not be considered as an alternative to, or more meaningful than, GAAP measures such as operating income, net income, or earnings per share.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income – Unaudited








(In Millions, except per share amounts)


Three Months Ended March
31,



Six Months Ended March
31,




2024



2023



2024



2023


Operating Revenues


$

1,128.5



$

1,123.4



$

1,885.1



$

1,937.4


Operating Expenses:

















Natural gas



540.8




586.5




907.8




1,005.7


Operation and maintenance



137.8




132.1




268.5




264.2


Depreciation and amortization



68.9




62.6




135.9




124.7


Taxes, other than income taxes



82.4




81.9




135.1




132.3


Total Operating Expenses



829.9




863.1




1,447.3




1,526.9


Operating Income



298.6




260.3




437.8




410.5


Interest Expense, Net



52.2




47.2




102.8




90.8


Other Income, Net



7.3




7.0




24.8




13.0


Income Before Income Taxes



253.7




220.1




359.8




332.7


Income Tax Expense



49.4




40.9




70.4




62.5


Net Income



204.3




179.2




289.4




270.2


Provision for preferred dividends



3.7




3.7




7.4




7.4


Income allocated to participating securities



0.3




0.4




0.4




0.5


Net Income Available to Common Shareholders


$

200.3



$

175.1



$

281.6



$

262.3



















Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding:

















Basic



55.8




52.5




54.6




52.5


Diluted



55.9




52.6




54.7




52.6



















Basic Earnings Per Common Share


$

3.59



$

3.33



$

5.16



$

5.00


Diluted Earnings Per Common Share


$

3.58



$

3.33



$

5.14



$

4.99


Dividends Declared Per Common Share


$

0.755



$

0.72



$

1.51



$

1.44


 

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets – Unaudited











(In Millions)


March 31,



September 30,



March 31,




2024



2023



2023


ASSETS













Utility Plant


$

8,480.3



$

8,210.1



$

7,892.4


Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization



2,509.3




2,431.2




2,358.5


Net Utility Plant



5,971.0




5,778.9




5,533.9


Non-utility Property



886.2




628.5




520.4


Other Investments



105.3




102.6




131.3


Total Other Property and Investments



991.5




731.1




651.7


Current Assets:













Cash and cash equivalents



25.6




5.6




6.9


Accounts receivable, net



466.7




288.5




579.1


Inventories



214.8




279.5




204.3


Other



298.6




503.3




321.3


Total Current Assets



1,005.7




1,076.9




1,111.6


Deferred Charges and Other Assets



2,743.2




2,726.7




2,751.8


Total Assets


$

10,711.4



$

10,313.6



$

10,049.0















CAPITALIZATION AND LIABILITIES













Capitalization:













Preferred stock


$

242.0



$

242.0



$

242.0


Common stock and paid-in capital



1,957.4




1,669.7




1,629.1


Retained earnings



1,155.3




958.0




1,089.5


Accumulated other comprehensive income



35.6




47.6




25.9


Total Shareholders' Equity



3,390.3




2,917.3




2,986.5


Temporary equity



10.3




16.5




18.8


Long-term debt (less current portion)



3,421.4




3,554.0




3,702.5


Total Capitalization



6,822.0




6,487.8




6,707.8


Current Liabilities:













Current portion of long-term debt



307.0




156.6




256.6


Notes payable



786.0




955.5




561.0


Accounts payable



193.4




253.1




232.3


Accrued liabilities and other



363.9




390.2




357.0


Total Current Liabilities



1,650.3




1,755.4




1,406.9


Deferred Credits and Other Liabilities:













Deferred income taxes



816.6




743.7




737.9


Pension and postretirement benefit costs



130.0




137.3




158.6


Asset retirement obligations



589.7




577.4




531.5


Regulatory liabilities



557.7




472.4




360.3


Other



145.1




139.6




146.0


Total Deferred Credits and Other Liabilities



2,239.1




2,070.4




1,934.3


Total Capitalization and Liabilities


$

10,711.4



$

10,313.6



$

10,049.0


 

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows – Unaudited





(In Millions)


Six Months Ended March 31,




2024



2023


Operating Activities:









Net Income


$

289.4



$

270.2


Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:









Depreciation and amortization



135.9




124.7


Deferred income taxes and investment tax credits



69.5




62.5


Changes in assets and liabilities



61.5




(284.2)


Other



3.1




6.7


Net cash provided by operating activities



559.4




179.9











Investing Activities:









Capital expenditures



(409.3)




(307.8)


Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired



(177.4)




(37.1)


Other



2.8




4.2


Net cash used in investing activities



(583.9)




(340.7)











Financing Activities:









Issuance of long-term debt



175.0




755.0


Repayment of long-term debt



(156.6)




(31.2)


Repayment of short-term debt, net



(169.5)




(476.5)


Issuance of common stock



286.8




3.6


Dividends paid on common stock



(80.5)




(74.5)


Dividends paid on preferred stock



(7.4)




(7.4)


Other



(2.7)




(7.5)


Net cash provided by financing activities



45.1




161.5











Net Increase in Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash



20.6




0.7


Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Period



25.8




20.5


Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash at End of Period


$

46.4



$

21.2


 

Net Economic Earnings and Reconciliation to GAAP




















(In Millions, except per share amounts)


Gas Utility



Gas
Marketing



Midstream



Other



Total



Per Diluted
Common
Share
(2)


Three Months Ended March 31, 2024

























Net Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

188.3



$

22.9



$

3.8



$

(10.7)



$

204.3



$

3.58


Adjustments, pre-tax:

























Fair value and timing adjustments



(0.4)




(9.8)










(10.2)




(0.17)


Income tax adjustments (1)



0.1




2.4










2.5




0.04


Net Economic Earnings (Loss) [Non-GAAP]


$

188.0



$

15.5



$

3.8



$

(10.7)



$

196.6



$

3.45



























Three Months Ended March 31, 2023

























Net Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

183.5



$

2.2



$

4.2



$

(10.7)



$

179.2



$

3.33


Adjustments, pre-tax:

























Fair value and timing adjustments



0.5




26.1










26.6




0.50


Income tax adjustments (1)



(0.1)




(6.5)










(6.6)




(0.13)


Net Economic Earnings (Loss) [Non-GAAP]


$

183.9



$

21.8



$

4.2



$

(10.7)



$

199.2



$

3.70



























Six Months Ended March 31, 2024

























Net Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

263.8



$

34.3



$

4.7



$

(13.4)



$

289.4



$

5.14


Adjustments, pre-tax:

























Fair value and timing adjustments






(15.4)










(15.4)




(0.27)


Acquisition activities









1.9







1.9




0.03


Income tax adjustments (1)






3.8




(0.4)







3.4




0.06


Net Economic Earnings (Loss) [Non-GAAP]


$

263.8



$

22.7



$

6.2



$

(13.4)



$

279.3



$

4.96



























Six Months Ended March 31, 2023

























Net Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

246.4



$

33.8



$

8.0



$

(18.0)



$

270.2



$

4.99


Adjustments, pre-tax:

























Fair value and timing adjustments



0.5




18.3










18.8




0.36


Income tax adjustments (1)



(0.1)




(4.6)










(4.7)




(0.09)


Net Economic Earnings (Loss) [Non-GAAP]


$

246.8



$

47.5



$

8.0



$

(18.0)



$

284.3



$

5.26



(1) Income tax adjustments include amounts calculated by applying federal, state, and local income tax rates applicable to ordinary income to the amounts of the pre-tax reconciling items.


(2) Net economic earnings per share is calculated by replacing consolidated net income with consolidated net economic earnings in the GAAP diluted EPS calculation, which includes reductions for cumulative preferred dividends and participating shares.

 

Contribution Margin and Reconciliation to GAAP




















(In Millions)


Gas Utility



Gas
Marketing



Midstream



Other



Eliminations



Consolidated


Three Months Ended March 31, 2024

























Operating Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

261.8



$

30.0



$

7.4



$

(0.6)



$



$

298.6


Operation and maintenance expenses



121.6




6.2




9.4




4.7




(4.1)




137.8


Depreciation and amortization



65.4




0.4




3.0




0.1







68.9


Taxes, other than income taxes



80.7




0.5




1.1




(0.1)




0.2




82.4


Less: Gross receipts tax expense



(59.9)




(0.1)













(60.0)


Contribution Margin [Non-GAAP]



469.6




37.0




20.9




4.1




(3.9)




527.7


Natural gas costs



543.2




8.9




0.6







(11.9)




540.8


Gross receipts tax expense



59.9




0.1













60.0


Operating Revenues


$

1,072.7



$

46.0



$

21.5



$

4.1



$

(15.8)



$

1,128.5



























Three Months Ended March 31, 2023

























Operating Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

251.3



$

2.4



$

7.5



$

(0.9)



$



$

260.3


Operation and maintenance expenses



119.3




5.7




6.2




4.9




(4.0)




132.1


Depreciation and amortization



60.2




0.4




2.0










62.6


Taxes, other than income taxes



80.4




0.6




0.8




0.1







81.9


Less: Gross receipts tax expense



(60.0)




(0.2)













(60.2)


Contribution Margin [Non-GAAP]



451.2




8.9




16.5




4.1




(4.0)




476.7


Natural gas costs



543.3




51.5










(8.3)




586.5


Gross receipts tax expense



60.0




0.2













60.2


Operating Revenues


$

1,054.5



$

60.6



$

16.5



$

4.1



$

(12.3)



$

1,123.4



























Six Months Ended March 31, 2024

























Operating Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

384.1



$

44.7



$

10.7



$

(1.7)



$



$

437.8


Operation and maintenance expenses



238.3




10.6




18.0




9.7




(8.1)




268.5


Depreciation and amortization



129.6




0.8




5.3




0.2







135.9


Taxes, other than income taxes



132.3




0.8




1.8







0.2




135.1


Less: Gross receipts tax expense



(90.9)




(0.2)













(91.1)


Contribution Margin [Non-GAAP]



793.4




56.7




35.8




8.2




(7.9)




886.2


Natural gas costs



903.6




25.4




0.6







(21.8)




907.8


Gross receipts tax expense



90.9




0.2













91.1


Operating Revenues


$

1,787.9



$

82.3



$

36.4



$

8.2



$

(29.7)



$

1,885.1



























Six Months Ended March 31, 2023

























Operating Income (Loss) [GAAP]


$

353.2



$

43.8



$

14.6



$

(1.1)



$



$

410.5


Operation and maintenance expenses



239.2




12.0




12.0




8.9




(7.9)




264.2


Depreciation and amortization



119.9




0.7




3.9




0.2







124.7


Taxes, other than income taxes



130.3




0.7




1.2




0.1







132.3


Less: Gross receipts tax expense



(90.4)




(0.2)













(90.6)


Contribution Margin [Non-GAAP]



752.2




57.0




31.7




8.1




(7.9)




841.1


Natural gas costs



944.9




77.5










(16.7)




1,005.7


Gross receipts tax expense



90.4




0.2













90.6


Operating Revenues


$

1,787.5



$

134.7



$

31.7



$

8.1



$

(24.6)



$

1,937.4


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Spire reported net income of $204.3 million ($3.58 per share) for the second quarter of fiscal 2024.

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Spire reaffirmed its fiscal 2024 net economic earnings guidance range of $4.25–$4.45 per share.

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The Gas Marketing segment reported lower net economic earnings in fiscal 2024 due to the absence of very favorable market conditions that boosted earnings in the prior year.

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Despite challenges like a warmer winter and higher interest costs, Spire remained focused on executing its growth strategy and providing safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to customers.

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