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Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) is a leading integrated energy company primarily engaged in electric power production and retail distribution operations. With its headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana, Entergy owns and operates power plants with a total capacity of approximately 30,000 megawatts, including over 10,000 megawatts of nuclear power, making it one of the largest nuclear generators in the United States. The company provides electricity to about 3 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas through its five regulated utilities.
Entergy is dedicated to delivering reliable and affordable energy while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability and corporate citizenship. The company is committed to transitioning to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions, as demonstrated by its significant investments in renewable energy and grid resilience. Entergy is also known for its economic contributions, providing over $100 million annually in benefits to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism, and advocacy.
In 2023, Entergy reported annual revenues exceeding $11 billion and employed approximately 15,000 people. The company's financial performance was highlighted by fourth-quarter earnings of $988 million on an as-reported basis and $111 million on an adjusted basis. For the full year, Entergy's earnings were $2,357 million on an as-reported basis and $1,438 million on an adjusted basis. These results underscore Entergy's focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Recent achievements include the resolution of the 2016-2018 IRS audit, which resulted in a $568 million income tax benefit, and the successful execution of clean energy projects to support a growing customer base. Entergy's strategic initiatives also encompass partnerships with organizations like Feed the Second Line's Get Lit, Stay Lit clean energy initiative, and its sponsorship of the Bayou Regional FIRST Robotics Competition, which underscores its commitment to STEM education and community development.
Looking forward, Entergy has initiated its 2024 adjusted EPS guidance range from $7.05 to $7.35, projecting a stable financial outlook. The company remains focused on delivering meaningful value to its stakeholders while advancing its goals of sustainability and reliability in the energy sector.
Entergy Arkansas is supporting back-to-school initiatives with nearly $20,000 in charitable grants for school supplies, shoe drives, and free haircuts. The company's efforts span its 63-county service territory, with employee volunteers assisting in drop-offs and pickups at campuses. Partnerships include Hope Connectionz for haircuts, Boys and Girls Club for supplies distribution, and St. Mark Baptist Church for health fairs.
The company is also promoting its Kids to College savings plan, offering $50 free and up to $365 in matching funds for qualified customers. Upcoming school supply events are scheduled across various locations. Entergy Arkansas emphasizes its commitment to education and community support, including involvement in the Academies of Central Arkansas and STEM education initiatives.
Entergy recently organized poverty simulations to help employees better understand customer challenges in their service areas of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. Over 140 employees participated in immersive role-playing scenarios set in the fictional "Realville, USA". Participants were assigned unique identities and faced real-life situations such as transportation issues, food access, and managing chronic illnesses.
The simulations, supported by the System Planning Organization, aimed to provide insight into the difficulties faced by individuals in need. Participants navigated four simulated weeks in 15-minute segments, dealing with scenarios like homelessness, unemployment, and navigating social services. The goal was to foster empathy, inspire perspective shifts, and cultivate advocates within the workforce to improve resources and support for customers and communities in need.
Entergy Nuclear team members participated in Jackson Public School District's annual 'Beautification Day' at North Jackson Elementary, their adopted school. Volunteers painted, planted, and power washed the school grounds, donated over $8,000 in school supplies, and presented a $20,000 grant. The grant will provide Virtual Reality headsets for classrooms in grades 1-5, enhancing immersive learning experiences. Principal Jocelyn Smith anticipates VR helping students maintain or gain proficiency on state tests and district assessments. Entergy adopted North Jackson Elementary in 2022, serving about 430 students from pre-K to fifth grade. This marks the third consecutive year of Entergy's participation in the district's annual event.
Entergy has secured naming rights to the STEM Center at Girl Scout DreamLab for the next five years, investing $50,000 in the partnership. This collaboration between Entergy and Girl Scouts Louisiana East (GSLE) aims to support young women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The Entergy STEM Center will offer resources and programs to engage and educate Girl Scouts in various STEM areas, providing hands-on learning experiences.
Entergy's involvement extends beyond funding, demonstrating a strategic commitment to developing a future workforce with STEM skills. In 2023, Entergy also partnered with GSLE to design a sustainability event and patch program at Camp Marydale. This initiative aligns with both organizations' goals of empowering girls and creating a more inclusive and innovative future.
Entergy (NYSE: ETR) reported second quarter 2024 earnings per share of $0.23 on an as-reported basis and $1.92 on an adjusted basis. Key highlights include:
- Entergy Louisiana reached an agreement to extend and modify its formula rate plan
- SERI reached an agreement to resolve major litigation
- Entergy Texas filed for certificates to construct new power stations and solar facilities
- Entergy and NextEra announced a joint development agreement for up to 4.5 GW of solar and storage projects
The company affirmed its 2024 adjusted EPS guidance range of $7.05 to $7.35. Consolidated earnings for Q2 2024 were $49 million on an as-reported basis and $411 million on an adjusted basis, compared to $391 million in Q2 2023. Higher retail sales, regulatory actions, and lower pension costs were partially offset by higher operating and interest expenses.
Entergy has announced a 10-year, $20 million commitment to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their students across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This expansion of Entergy's The Power of Prosperity program aims to enhance education, career readiness, and workforce development programs.
The commitment includes:
- Twenty $5,000 annual scholarships for high-achieving HBCU students
- An annual competitive grant program for facility improvements, research, and endowments
- 10 annual internships and targeted recruitment events at Entergy
- Partnerships with Single Stop for financial support and resources
- Seeded investment accounts and financial literacy education through Stackwell Capital
This initiative seeks to break down barriers to student success, equip students with tools for building multigenerational wealth, and develop future generations of the U.S. energy workforce.
Entergy (ETR) has announced a quarterly dividend payment of $1.13 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be paid on Sept. 3, 2024, to shareholders of record as of Aug. 13, 2024. This announcement continues Entergy's long-standing tradition of providing consistent returns to its shareholders, as the company has maintained uninterrupted dividend payments since 1988. The declaration of this dividend by Entergy's board of directors demonstrates the company's commitment to delivering value to its investors and reflects confidence in its financial stability.
The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, Entergy, the New Orleans Saints, and the NFL Foundation have announced Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, a legacy grant program for Super Bowl LIX. This initiative aims to support local nonprofit organizations in the Greater New Orleans region, focusing on youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion.
The program will benefit organizations in ten parishes, with grants awarded based on need, merit, and proposed projects. Applications are being accepted until August 23. Super Bowl LIX, scheduled for February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome, is expected to bring an economic impact of around $500 million to Louisiana and attract 6,000 credentialed media members to New Orleans.
Entergy Louisiana is hosting a customer engagement event on July 25 in LaPlace to help customers manage their utility bills amid rising summer temperatures. The event, held in partnership with New Wine Christian Fellowship, will take place from 8-11 a.m. at 1929 W. Airline Hwy., Suite 1933.
Attendees can:
- Learn about energy efficiency programs
- Connect with financial assistance options
- Explore the new Bill Toolkit
- Receive free box fans and energy efficiency kits
The event will also provide information on security lighting and the Kids to College savings program. This initiative aims to support customers in conserving electricity while maintaining comfort and accessing available resources.
Entergy (ETR) has announced it will release its second-quarter 2024 financial results on August 1, 2024, before the market opens. The company will host a live webcast discussion at 10 a.m. Central time on the same day, featuring CEO Drew Marsh and CFO Kimberly Fontan. Investors can access the webcast through Entergy's website or by dialing in. Presentation materials will be available on the company's website prior to the market opening. An archived replay of the webcast will also be accessible on Entergy's Investor Relations website.
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