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MGE Energy Reports Third-Quarter 2022 Earnings

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MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) reported Q3 2022 earnings of $33.7 million ($0.93 per share), a decline from $34.9 million ($0.97 per share) in Q3 2021. Operating revenues increased to $163.4 million, up from $145.9 million. The company noted a decrease in earnings from its investment in ATC by $0.7 million due to complaints regarding return on equity. MGE aims for significant carbon reductions with plans for renewable generation capacity, targeting 80% carbon reduction by 2030.

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  • Operating revenues increased to $163.4 million, up from $145.9 million in Q3 2021.
  • Significant investments in renewable generation with a focus on deep decarbonization by targeting 80% carbon reduction by 2030.
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  • Q3 2022 earnings decreased to $33.7 million from $34.9 million in Q3 2021.
  • Earnings from investment in ATC dropped by $0.7 million due to complaints regarding return on equity.

MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE), today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2022.

MGE Energy's GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) earnings for the third quarter of 2022 were $33.7 million, or $0.93 cents per share, compared to $34.9 million, or $0.97 cents per share, for the same period in the prior year.

Timing of 2021 depreciation and other operations and maintenance costs contributed to higher electric earnings in 2021. Significant capital projects were placed in service near the end of 2021, which triggered additional depreciation and operations and maintenance costs after completion. The new customer information system went live in September 2021 and the first phase of the Badger Hollow Solar Farm was completed in November 2021. The second phase of Badger Hollow is expected to be completed in the first half of 2023. Badger Hollow is one of several major ongoing investments in renewable generation capacity to advance the Company's goal of deep decarbonization, targeting carbon reductions of at least 80% (from 2005 levels) by 2030 and net-zero carbon electricity by 2050.

In the third quarter of 2022, earnings from our investment in ATC decreased $0.7 million, driven by an estimated possible loss from filed complaints regarding MISO transmission owners' authorized return on equity.

Gas net income in the third quarter of 2022 remained relatively flat compared to the third quarter of 2021.

 

MGE Energy, Inc.

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

 

Three Months Ended September 30,

 

2022

 

 

2021

 

Operating revenues

 

$

163,400

 

 

$

145,873

 

Operating income

 

$

42,487

 

 

$

37,598

 

Net income

 

$

33,720

 

 

$

34,917

 

Earnings per share - basic

 

$

0.93

 

 

$

0.97

 

Earnings per share - diluted

 

$

0.93

 

 

$

0.97

 

Weighted average shares outstanding - basic

 

 

36,163

 

 

 

36,163

 

Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted

 

 

36,176

 

 

 

36,170

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nine Months Ended September 30,

 

2022

 

 

2021

 

Operating revenues

 

$

524,686

 

 

$

444,518

 

Operating income

 

$

109,808

 

 

$

100,045

 

Net income

 

$

89,901

 

 

$

92,701

 

Earnings per share - basic

 

$

2.49

 

 

$

2.56

 

Earnings per share - diluted

 

$

2.49

 

 

$

2.56

 

Weighted average shares outstanding - basic

 

 

36,163

 

 

 

36,163

 

Weighted average shares outstanding - diluted

 

 

36,174

 

 

 

36,176

 

About MGE Energy

MGE Energy is a public utility holding company. Its principal subsidiary, Madison Gas and Electric, generates and distributes electricity to 159,000 customers in Dane County, Wis., and purchases and distributes natural gas to 169,000 customers in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties. MGE's roots in the Madison area date back more than 150 years.

Forward-looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Such forward-looking statements are based on MGE Energy's current expectations, estimates and assumptions regarding future events, which are inherently uncertain. We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any such forward-looking statements to reflect any change in expectations or in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements may be based. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to our business in general, please refer to the “Risk Factors” sections in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Steve B. Schultz

Corporate Communications Manager

608-252-7219 | sbschultz@mge.com

Ken Frassetto

Investor Relations

608-252-4723 | kfrassetto@mge.com

Source: MGE Energy, Inc.

FAQ

What are MGE Energy's Q3 2022 earnings results?

MGE Energy reported Q3 2022 earnings of $33.7 million, or $0.93 per share, compared to $34.9 million, or $0.97 per share in Q3 2021.

How did MGE Energy's operating revenues change in Q3 2022?

Operating revenues increased to $163.4 million in Q3 2022, up from $145.9 million in the same quarter last year.

What is MGE Energy's outlook on carbon reduction?

MGE Energy aims for an 80% reduction in carbon emissions from 2005 levels by 2030, with ongoing investments in renewable energy.

What caused the decrease in MGE Energy's earnings from ATC?

Earnings from MGE Energy's investment in ATC decreased by $0.7 million due to complaints about MISO transmission owners' authorized return on equity.

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