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LNT·Alliant Energy Corporation

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After Hours
High
$76.62
Open
$75.74
Market Cap
19.72B
52W High
$78.81
Low
$75.69
P. Close
$76.39
P/E
24.02
52W Low
$61.24
Fwd P/E
20.74
DailyIQ Est.
$80.28
Technical Score (1D)
86
BUY
News Sentiment
55
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 (LNT) is a regulated utility holding company that supplies electricity and natural gas across the United States, primarily through its Iowa and Wisconsin subsidiaries. The company’s core operations involve generation, transmission, and distribution of power to retail and wholesale customers, while also investing in renewable assets such as wind farms and natural gas‑fired units, positioning it within the regulated electric utilities sector. In the most recent quarter, Q4 2024, Alliant reported earnings per share of $0.70 versus an estimate of $0.68 and revenue of $976 million, a modest increase from the prior year’s comparable period and a beat on consensus. The following quarter, Q1 2025, saw EPS rise to $0.83 against an estimate of $0.71 and revenue climb to $1.128 billion, continuing a trend of earnings beats and revenue growth, though the company’s Q2 2025 results showed a slight dip in revenue to $961 million while EPS of $0.68 still surpassed the $0.64 estimate. Q3 2025 marked a reversal with EPS of $1.12 falling short of the $1.19 estimate, even as revenue reached $1.21 billion, the highest in the series, indicating a decoupling of earnings from top‑line growth. The most recent Q4 2025 figures showed EPS of $0.60 versus $0.59 and revenue of $1.064 billion, and Q1 2026 delivered EPS of $0.82 against $0.81 with revenue of $1.184 billion, underscoring a pattern of consistent earnings beats punctuated by occasional revenue volatility. Historically, Alliant has maintained a steady upward trajectory in EPS relative to analyst expectations, with revenue growth fluctuating but generally trending higher each fiscal year, reflecting the regulated nature of its business and periodic rate‑setting cycles. Recent news highlights a shift to high single‑digit total returns through 2031, a Cowen upgrade to Hold with an $83 target, and anticipation of the Q2 2026 earnings release, all of which underscore the importance of regulatory decisions and renewable portfolio standards in shaping future performance. Investors should watch for the upcoming rate‑setting decision, guidance on capital expenditures and dividend policy, and any commentary on renewable energy commitments, as these factors will likely influence the company’s earnings trajectory and shareholder returns in the next quarter.

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 $76.40, giving Alliant Energy Corporation a market cap of 19.72B and a P/E ratio of 24.0. Today's range spans $75.69–$76.62, with shares opening at $75.74 and moving up $0.01 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 86/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 55/100.

Over the past year LNT has traded between $61.24 and $78.81 - the current price is +24.8% off the 52-week low and -3.1% from the high. 20 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $79.42 (range $74.00–$85.00), implying upside of +4.0%.

LNT carries a BUY signal on a 86/100 technical score, trades at $76.40 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range), and has neutral sentiment at 55/100. At 19.72B in Utilities market cap (P/E: 24.0), the name has scale without the index-anchor inertia of mega-cap peers - which means when the bullish momentum runs, the percentage move can be meaningfully larger. Annual range: $61.24–$78.81.

Earnings revision cycles in large-cap Utilities names tend to compound: when technicals confirm a BUY thesis (86/100) and news sentiment (55/100, neutral) supports the narrative, analyst upgrades follow price rather than lead it. At $76.40 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range), LNT's position within the $61.24–$78.81 annual range suggests there's room for multiple expansion before the stock encounters meaningful technical resistance.