National Grid raises guidance following higher regulated revenues and US investment
What happened
National Grid plc reported that its underlying operating profit rose 13% to £2.6 billion, driven by higher regulated revenues in the U.K. and U.S. and one-off gains from its venture capital portfolio. The company raised its forecast for full-year underlying earnings per share growth to 15%–16%. Capital investment increased 32% in the first half, reaching £6.7 billion, and is expected to total approximately £13.5 billion for the full year.
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Why it matters
The results reflect National Grid plc's expansion into the U.S. market, where the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regulates transmission utilities. In the U.K., electricity transmission investment increased 71% to £2.9 billion as the company accelerated work under the RIIO-T3 regulatory framework.
National Grid plc is expanding its energy networks into the US.
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Who's involved
- National Grid plcBritish multinational electricity and gas utility company reporting financial results
- U.K.The U.K. regulatory environment determines the profitability of National Grid plc
- New EnglandRegion of the northeasternmost United States where National Grid plc is increasing investment
- Jefferies Financial GroupAmerican financial services company analyzing National Grid plc's improved guidance
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- EnglandSpeculative
The operational performance of companies providing essential electricity transmission services in England could benefit from higher regulated revenues.
- Jefferies Financial GroupSpeculative
Jefferies Financial Group might adjust its market price and financial analysis following National Grid plc's improved guidance and earnings.
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The entities involved
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National Grid plc
British multinational electricity and gas utility company
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- U.K.
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New England
region of the northeasternmost United States