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WEC Energy Group Stock Price, News & Analysis (NYSE:WEC)

$82.97
-0.19 (-0.23%)
(As of 04:32 PM ET)
Compare
Today's Range
$82.84
$84.18
50-Day Range
$77.03
$87.16
52-Week Range
$75.47
$101.11
Volume
2.20 million shs
Average Volume
1.47 million shs
Market Capitalization
$26.17 billion
P/E Ratio
19.16
Dividend Yield
3.76%
Price Target
$90.17

WEC Energy Group MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.20 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
8.0% Upside
$90.17 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.86% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-5.75
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
1.02mentions of WEC Energy Group in the last 14 days
Based on 9 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
6.51%
From $4.61 to $4.91 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.60 out of 5 stars

Utilities Sector

25th out of 86 stocks

Electric & Other Services Combined Industry

4th out of 17 stocks


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About WEC Energy Group Stock (NYSE:WEC)

WEC Energy Group, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides regulated natural gas and electricity, and renewable and nonregulated renewable energy services in the United States. The company operates through six segments: Wisconsin, Illinois, Other States, Electric Transmission, Non-Utility Energy Infrastructure, and Corporate and Other. It generates and distributes electricity from coal, natural gas, and oil, as well as hydroelectric, wind, solar, and biomass sources; provides electric transmission services; offers retail natural gas distribution services; transports natural gas; and generates, distributes, and sells steam. As of December 31, 2022, it operated approximately 35,600 miles of overhead distribution lines and 36,100 miles of underground distribution cables, as well as 430 electric distribution substations and 514,800 line transformers; 52,000 miles of natural gas distribution mains; 1,100 miles of natural gas transmission mains; 2.4 million natural gas lateral services; 500 natural gas distribution and transmission gate stations; and 68.2 billion cubic feet of working gas capacities in underground natural gas storage fields. The company was formerly known as Wisconsin Energy Corporation and changed its name to WEC Energy Group, Inc. in June 2015. WEC Energy Group, Inc. was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

WEC Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 9/1 Dividend
8/11/2023
Dividend Payable
9/01/2023
Last Earnings
10/31/2023
Ex-Dividend for 12/1 Dividend
11/13/2023
Today
11/29/2023
Dividend Payable
12/01/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
2/01/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Electric & other services combined
Sub-Industry
Multi-Utilities
Sector
Utilities
CUSIP
97665710
Fax
N/A
Employees
7,022
Year Founded
1981

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$90.17
High Stock Price Target
$104.00
Low Stock Price Target
$80.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+8.4%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.20
Research Coverage
10 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$1.41 billion
Pretax Margin
17.41%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$9.23 billion
Cash Flow
$8.11 per share
Book Value
$38.26 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
314,363,000
Market Cap
$26.23 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.43

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Should I Buy WEC Energy Group Stock? WEC Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of WEC Energy Group was last updated on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 12:00 AM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in WEC Energy Group, Inc.:

  • WEC Energy Group, Inc. provides regulated natural gas and electricity, as well as renewable and nonregulated renewable energy services. This diversification in energy sources can provide stability and potential growth opportunities for investors.
  • Recent developments in the renewable energy sector have created a favorable market for companies like WEC Energy Group, Inc. that are focused on providing renewable energy solutions. This could lead to increased demand and potential profitability for the company.
  • WEC Energy Group, Inc. has a long history, being founded in 1896. This demonstrates the company's stability and ability to adapt to changing market conditions over time.
  • Investing in WEC Energy Group, Inc. allows investors to participate in the energy sector, which is a crucial industry for economic growth and development.
  • One reason to consider investing in WEC Energy Group, Inc. is its current stock price, which can be obtained from the latest financial data. This information can help investors make informed decisions based on the company's valuation.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in WEC Energy Group, Inc. for these reasons:

  • While WEC Energy Group, Inc. operates in the regulated natural gas and electricity markets, there may be potential risks associated with changes in government regulations and policies that could impact the company's operations and profitability.
  • As with any investment in the energy sector, there is inherent volatility and uncertainty. Factors such as fluctuating energy prices, geopolitical tensions, and environmental concerns can affect the performance of companies like WEC Energy Group, Inc.
  • Investing in WEC Energy Group, Inc. may not be suitable for investors seeking short-term gains, as the energy sector can be subject to long-term market trends and cycles.
  • The company's operations are primarily focused in the United States, which exposes it to risks associated with the domestic economy, regulatory changes, and geopolitical factors specific to the country.
  • Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and investment objectives before investing in WEC Energy Group, Inc., as with any investment.














WEC Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell WEC Energy Group stock right now?

10 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for WEC Energy Group in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 6 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" WEC shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in WEC, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is WEC Energy Group's stock price target for 2024?

10 brokers have issued 12 month price targets for WEC Energy Group's shares. Their WEC share price targets range from $80.00 to $104.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $90.17 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 8.0% from the stock's current price.
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How have WEC shares performed in 2023?

WEC Energy Group's stock was trading at $93.76 at the start of the year. Since then, WEC shares have decreased by 11.0% and is now trading at $83.48.
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When is WEC Energy Group's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, February 1st 2024.
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How were WEC Energy Group's earnings last quarter?

WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE:WEC) announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, October, 31st. The utilities provider reported $1.00 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.91 by $0.09. The utilities provider earned $1.96 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.03 billion. WEC Energy Group had a net margin of 14.80% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 11.48%. The business's revenue was down 2.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $0.96 earnings per share.
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How often does WEC Energy Group pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for WEC Energy Group?

WEC Energy Group declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, October 19th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, November 14th will be paid a dividend of $0.78 per share on Friday, December 1st. This represents a $3.12 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.74%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, November 13th.
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Is WEC Energy Group a good dividend stock?

WEC Energy Group (NYSE:WEC) pays an annual dividend of $3.12 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 3.83%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 20 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 72.06%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, WEC will have a dividend payout ratio of 63.54% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What guidance has WEC Energy Group issued on next quarter's earnings?

WEC Energy Group updated its FY23 earnings guidance on Tuesday, October, 31st. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $4.58-$4.62 for the period, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.61.

What other stocks do shareholders of WEC Energy Group own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other WEC Energy Group investors own include AT&T (T), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Verizon Communications (VZ), Exxon Mobil (XOM), Procter & Gamble (PG), Intel (INTC), Altria Group (MO), Pfizer (PFE) and Walmart (WMT).

Who are WEC Energy Group's major shareholders?

WEC Energy Group's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Deutsche Bank AG (1.74%), Deutsche Bank AG (1.74%), Magellan Asset Management Ltd (1.63%), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (1.36%), Invesco Ltd. (1.34%) and Northern Trust Corp (1.25%). Insiders that own company stock include Anthony Reese, Charles R Matthews, Glen E Tellock, Joshua M Erickson, Molly A Mulroy, Robert M Garvin, Thomas K Lane, Thomas K Lane, Tom Metcalfe, Ulice Payne Jr, Ulice Payne, Jr and William Mastoris.
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How do I buy shares of WEC Energy Group?

Shares of WEC stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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Does WEC Energy Group have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of WEC Energy Group: Bishop Hill Energy III Holdings LLC, Blooming Grove Wind Energy Center Holdings LLC, Coyote Ridge Wind LLC, ATC Development Manager Inc., ATC Holdco LLC, ATC Holding LLC, ATC Management Inc., American Transmission Company LLC, BGS Kimball Gas Storage LLC, Bluewater Gas Storage LLC, Bluewater Natural Gas Holding LLC, Elm Road Generating Station Supercritical LLC, Elm Road Services LLC, Integrys Energy Group, Integrys Holding Inc., Jayhawk Wind LLC, Michigan Gas Utilities Corporation, Minnesota Energy Resources Corporation, North Shore Gas Company, Peoples Energy LLC, Peoples Energy Ventures LLC, Port Washington Generating Station LLC, Tatanka Ridge Wind LLC, The Peoples Gas Light and Coke Company, Upper Michigan Energy Resources Corporation, Upstream Wind Energy Holdings LLC, W.E. Power LLC, WEC Business Services LLC, WEC Infrastructure LLC, WEC Infrastructure Wind Holding I LLC, WEC Investments LLC, WISPARK LLC, WPS Power Development LLC, WPS Visions Inc., Wicor, Wisconsin Electric Power Company, Wisconsin Energy Capital Corporation, Wisconsin Gas LLC, Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, Wisconsin River Power Company, and Wisvest LLC.
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