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SRE·Sempra

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After Hours
High
$95.01
Open
$94.61
Market Cap
61.69B
52W High
$101.04
Low
$93.80
P. Close
$94.19
P/E
31.52
52W Low
$73.18
Fwd P/E
17.01
DailyIQ Est.
$106.33
Technical Score (1D)
64
BUY
News Sentiment
81
BULLISH
SDG&E now has more than 25 % of its customers generating power with rooftop solar and has digitized its interconnection workflow, a shift that is reshaping SRE’s revenue mix and improving grid reliability; traders should monitor how quickly the utility’s updated processes translate into earnings in the next reporting period. Sempra Infrastructure’s first LNG cargo from the ECA LNG Phase 1 project marks progress toward commercial operations and could open new export revenue streams, supporting the company’s LNG‑led cash‑flow narrative; watch for the official commercial launch announcement and any subsequent export volume increases. New executive appointments in key utility roles aim to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth, potentially influencing the execution of strategic initiatives; keep an eye on any shifts in operational metrics or capital allocation decisions in the coming weeks. TD Cowen’s initiation of coverage with a buy recommendation may bolster investor confidence and affect short‑term trading activity; observe any adjustments to the coverage or target levels in the next earnings release. Barclays’ trimming of its price target to $103 while maintaining an overweight rating reflects concerns about earnings volatility and competitive pressures, potentially tempering bullish sentiment; watch for subsequent earnings guidance and regulatory developments that could impact the asset mix. The combination of distributed solar growth and LNG export progress diversifies SRE’s revenue base, reducing sensitivity to regional demand swings and supporting stable cash flows; monitor any changes in utility earnings or LNG output that alter the revenue composition. Digitized interconnection processes may accelerate approvals for rooftop solar installations, increasing the share of distributed generation and affecting traditional utility revenue streams; track the rate of new rooftop solar approvals in the next quarter. The first LNG cargo demonstrates operational readiness of the Mexican export terminal, positioning SRE to capture growing Asian LNG demand and potentially boosting export volumes; watch the timing of the terminal’s full commercial launch and any volume commitments. Leadership appointments and analyst coverage together signal a focus on growth and valuation, and if execution aligns with expectations, the company could strengthen its long‑term positioning in the energy infrastructure sector; keep an eye on the next earnings report for guidance on revenue growth and capital deployment.
Earnings Summary
Sempra Energy (SRE) is a global energy infrastructure firm focused on regulated utilities and infrastructure development, operating through Sempra California, Sempra Texas Utilities, and Sempra Infrastructure, and positioned within the diversified utilities sector. In the most recent reporting period, the company posted Q4 2024 earnings of $1.50 per share versus an estimate of $1.55, with revenue of $3.758 billion, slightly below prior-year levels; the following quarter, Q1 2025, saw a stronger performance with $1.44 EPS beating the $1.32 estimate and revenue of $3.802 billion, a modest 1.2% increase from the prior quarter. The company continued to outperform expectations in Q2 2025 ($0.89 EPS vs $0.85 estimate, $3.0 billion revenue) and Q3 2025 ($1.11 EPS vs $0.91 estimate, $3.151 billion revenue), before recording a revenue dip in Q4 2025 ($3.749 billion vs $4.090 billion estimate) yet still delivering a $1.28 EPS beat against a $1.18 estimate; Q1 2026 further reinforced the earnings beat trend with $1.51 EPS versus $1.01 estimate and revenue of $3.655 billion versus a $4.154 billion estimate. Historically, SRE has shown a pattern of consistently beating EPS estimates in five of the last six quarters, while revenue growth has been uneven, reflecting the cyclical nature of utility earnings and the impact of large infrastructure projects. Recent developments include the launch of distributed solar interconnection digitization at SDG&E, which is reshaping the company’s revenue mix, the first LNG cargo from the ECA LNG Phase 1 project signaling progress toward commercial export operations, and new executive appointments aimed at enhancing operational efficiency; these factors suggest a diversification of revenue streams and potential for improved cash flow. Investors should watch the upcoming Q2 2026 earnings for EPS guidance, revenue trajectory, and any updates on LNG export volumes and renewable project milestones, as these will be key indicators of the company’s ability to sustain its earnings beat pattern and capitalize on its expanding infrastructure portfolio.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.75$0.97$1.18$1.39$1.61Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.01 - -
Q1'26$1.01$1.51+49.4%
Q4'25$1.18$1.28+8.2%
Q3'25$0.91$1.11+21.7%
Q2'25$0.85$0.89+4.8%
Q1'25$1.32$1.44+9.3%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$2.8B$3.2B$3.6B$4.0B$4.3BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$3.1B - -
Q1'26$4.2B$3.7B-12.0%
Q4'25$4.1B$3.7B-8.3%
Q3'25 - $3.2B -
Q2'25 - $3.0B -
Q1'25 - $3.8B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

SRE Stock Snapshot

SRE is currently trading at $94.20, giving Sempra a market cap of 61.69B and a P/E ratio of 31.5. Today's range spans $93.80–$95.01, with shares opening at $94.61 and moving up $0.01 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 64/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 81/100.

Over the past year SRE has traded between $73.18 and $101.04 - the current price is +28.7% off the 52-week low and -6.8% from the high. 26 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $104.08 (range $93.00–$118.00), implying upside of +10.5%.

Systematic models flag SRE as a hold in the current environment - large-cap, Utilities, 61.69B market cap, 64/100 (HOLD), sentiment bullish at 81/100. Price: $94.20 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). The current P/E ratio stands at 31.5. Quant strategies at this size tier typically shift allocation toward higher-momentum names during neutral phases, but maintain a base position given the structural liquidity that prevents disorderly exits. Annual range: $73.18–$101.04.

Portfolio construction in Utilities often uses large-cap names like SRE as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 64/100 (HOLD) at $94.20 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range) and bullish sentiment (81/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $73.18–$101.04 annual range rather than a directional bet.