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LNT·Alliant Energy Corporation

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After Hours
High
$76.80
Open
$76.41
Market Cap
19.75B
52W High
$78.81
Low
$75.57
P. Close
$75.71
P/E
24.06
52W Low
$60.84
Fwd P/E
20.56
DailyIQ Est.
$79.98
Technical Score (1D)
82
BUY
News Sentiment
66
BULLISH
LNT’s latest outlook now projects high single‑digit annual total returns through 2031, a shift that signals a more conservative valuation for the utility. The change stems from the company’s current earnings trajectory and the stability of the regulated utility sector, which together underpin its dividend policy. Because dividends are a key driver of shareholder value, the projected return range suggests a tighter margin for upside in the near term. In the next 1–10 trading days, traders should watch for the upcoming rate‑setting decision, as it can alter LNT’s cost structure and affect earnings. The rate filing will also influence the company’s ability to meet renewable portfolio standards, a regulatory factor that could shift capital allocation. A favorable rate outcome could support earnings growth, while a restrictive decision might compress margins and dampen dividend payouts. The next quarterly earnings release will provide a concrete update on revenue and cost trends, offering a clearer picture of whether the projected returns hold. Additionally, any changes in renewable standards announced by regulators could prompt LNT to adjust its investment mix, impacting future cash flows. Monitoring these regulatory and earnings events will be crucial to gauge whether LNT’s valuation remains justified or if a re‑evaluation is warranted.
Earnings Summary
Alliant Energy Corporation, a regulated utility holding company based in Madison, Wisconsin, supplies electricity and natural gas through its Iowa and Wisconsin subsidiaries, while also investing in renewable projects such as wind farms and natural gas‑fired units. In the most recent two fiscal quarters, the company posted Q4 2025 revenue of $1.064 billion and EPS of $0.60, followed by Q1 2026 revenue of $1.184 billion and EPS of $0.82; compared with Q2 2025 revenue of $961 million and EPS of $0.68 and Q3 2025 revenue of $1.210 billion and EPS of $1.12, the revenue trend shows a decline from Q3 2025 to Q4 2025 but a rebound in Q1 2026, while EPS fell sharply in Q3 2025 and recovered to near‑previous levels in Q1 2026. Over the last six quarters, Alliant Energy has delivered earnings beats in five instances—Q4 2024, Q1 2025, Q2 2025, Q4 2025, and Q1 2026—and a single miss in Q3 2025, indicating a generally positive earnings trajectory despite occasional volatility. Year‑over‑year, revenue grew from $976 million in Q4 2024 to $1.064 billion in Q4 2025 (≈9 %) and from $1.128 billion in Q1 2025 to $1.184 billion in Q1 2026 (≈5 %), while EPS has hovered around $0.8, with a dip in Q3 2025. The company’s historical pattern shows steady revenue expansion coupled with modest EPS fluctuations, reflecting the regulated nature of its core operations. Recent news highlights a TD Cowen upgrade to a Hold rating with an $83 price target ahead of the Q2 2026 earnings release, underscoring analyst confidence in the utility’s financial health and dividend appeal; the upgrade comes just hours before the earnings call, suggesting expectations of supportive guidance. Investors should watch for the company’s guidance on net income, free‑cash‑flow, and capital‑expenditure plans, as well as any commentary on regulatory developments or renewable‑energy commitments that could influence the next earnings outlook.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.50$0.70$0.89$1.08$1.28Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.69 - -
Q1'26$0.81$0.82+1.0%
Q4'25$0.59$0.60+1.6%
Q3'25$1.19$1.12-5.8%
Q2'25$0.64$0.68+6.0%
Q1'25$0.71$0.83+16.9%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$651M$809M$967M$1.1B$1.3BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$994M - -
Q1'26$1.1B$1.2B+10.6%
Q4'25$724M$1.1B+47.0%
Q3'25 - $1.2B -
Q2'25 - $961M -
Q1'25 - $1.1B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

LNT Stock Snapshot

LNT is currently trading at $75.70, giving Alliant Energy Corporation a market cap of 19.75B and a P/E ratio of 24.1. Today's range spans $75.57–$76.80, with shares opening at $76.41 and moving down $0.01 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 82/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 66/100.

Over the past year LNT has traded between $60.84 and $78.81 - the current price is +24.4% off the 52-week low and -3.9% from the high. 20 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $79.12 (range $74.00–$85.00), implying upside of +4.5%.

Relative strength is the story for Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT) in Utilities right now. Technical score 82/100 (BUY), sentiment bullish at 66/100, price $75.70 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). The current P/E ratio stands at 24.1. The 19.75B market cap keeps this name on institutional screens, and the bullish setup means sector rotation inflows from Utilities have a natural landing spot here. Annual range: $60.84–$78.81.

The combination of a BUY signal (82/100) and bullish news sentiment (66/100) puts LNT on the screens of active managers who run quality-momentum overlays — a cohort that can build meaningful positions at 19.75B in Utilities market cap without immediately moving the stock. At $75.70 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range in the $60.84–$78.81 range), the entry discipline is clean and the potential re-rating if sentiment continues to improve is meaningful.