PNM Resources, Inc. - PNM STOCK NEWS

PNM Resources reported its second quarter 2021 earnings with a GAAP EPS of $0.62, down from $0.72 in Q2 2020, while ongoing EPS remained stable at $0.55. Despite a slight overall earnings decline, PNM affirmed its ongoing earnings guidance for 2021 between $2.27 and $2.37 per share. The company is progressing toward closing its merger with Avangrid, pending final regulatory approvals. Key drivers included interest savings from debt refinancing and increased transmission margins, though these were offset by additional shares diluting earnings per share.

On July 27, 2021, PNM Resources announced a quarterly dividend of $0.3275 per share, payable on August 13, 2021, to shareholders of record by August 6, 2021. This decision reflects the company's stable financial position, as evidenced by its $1.5 billion in operating revenues for 2020. PNM serves around 800,000 customers across New Mexico and Texas and aims for 100% emissions-free energy by 2040. This dividend distribution signifies the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Texas-New Mexico Power Company (TNMP), a subsidiary of PNM Resources, filed a settlement to amend its Distribution Cost Recovery Factor. This will enable TNMP to recover approximately $105 million in investments made in 2020. The settlement proposes an increase in annual revenues by $13.5 million, reflecting 98% of the requested amount, pending approval from the Public Utility Commission of Texas by September 1, 2021. PNM Resources will announce its Q2 2021 earnings on July 30, 2021.

PNM Resources, a subsidiary of PNM, has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.145 per share on its 4.58 percent series of cumulative preferred stock. This dividend will be payable on July 15, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 1, 2021. PNM Resources reported consolidated operating revenues of $1.5 billion in 2020 and serves approximately 800,000 homes and businesses in New Mexico and Texas, with a goal of achieving 100% emissions-free energy by 2040.

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) has set a procedural schedule for the merger application between Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) and AVANGRID (AGR). This follows AVANGRID's resolution of regulatory issues and reflects its commitment to transparency. An evidentiary hearing is slated for August 11-20, 2021, with the merger expected to bring over $270 million in benefits to New Mexico. The merger has received approvals from federal agencies and the Texas Public Utility Commission, with NMPRC approval as the final requirement.

PNM Resources (NYSE: PNM) and AVANGRID (NYSE: AGR) received approval from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for their merger, leaving only the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission’s approval pending. This marks the sixth regulatory entity to approve the merger. The merger promises significant benefits for PNM customers, including $50 million in rate credits and $6 million in COVID arrearages relief. Additionally, it includes over $250 million in economic development commitments for New Mexico, aimed at job creation and community support.

PNM Resources' subsidiary, Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), and AVANGRID reported that two additional parties, M-S-R Power and Los Alamos County, have filed to join their merger stipulation with the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC). This brings the total supporting parties to 13, contingent upon the addition of specific language related to the San Juan Generating Station decommissioning. If approved, the merger could yield over $270 million in benefits for New Mexico. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham supports the agreement, which also emphasizes investments in clean energy and grid reliability.

PNM Resources, Inc. (NYSE: PNM) has filed a revised stipulation in its merger application with AVANGRID to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. This stipulation includes support from various parties, demonstrating a consensus on the merger's benefits for New Mexico customers. If approved, the merger could provide over $270 million in advantages to the state. A procedural conference is scheduled for May 11.

PNM Resources reported $1.5 billion in 2020 operating revenues and serves around 800,000 customers.

The Public Utility Commission of Texas has approved the merger of PNM Resources (NYSE: PNM) with AVANGRID (NYSE: AGR). This unanimous decision, reached on May 6, 2021, followed earlier approvals from federal agencies and PNM shareholders. The merger is projected to provide over $272 million in benefits to PNM customers and enhance environmental commitments. The next regulatory milestone is a revised stipulation filing with the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission on May 7. PNM aims for 100% emissions-free energy by 2040.