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Entergy Corporation Reports Robust Second Quarter 2025 Financial Performance

Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) has unveiled strong earnings for the second quarter of 2025, reporting an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.05, both on an as-reported and adjusted (non-GAAP) basis. This marks a robust increase from the previous year's results, where the company reported EPS of 11 cents. In total, Entergy's consolidated earnings for the second quarter reached $468 million, a remarkable increase compared to $49 million in the same quarter of the previous year.

Drew Marsh, the Chair and CEO of Entergy, expressed satisfaction with the results, stating, "It was another solid quarter as we work to deliver on our customer's expectations for service and growth. We remain well positioned to capture significant opportunities ahead and drive value for our stakeholders."

Business Highlights

Key developments that contributed to Entergy's successful quarter included:

• - Entergy updated its four-year capital plan and projected adjusted EPS outlooks for 2027–2028.
• - The company completed the sale of its natural gas distribution businesses in New Orleans and Louisiana on July 1.
• - Entergy Arkansas secured significant new growth opportunities, while Entergy Texas gained approval on substantial distribution investments totaling $188 million.
• - A stipulated settlement between Entergy Louisiana and the LPSC Staff endorsed new generation and transmission resources to facilitate a large customer integration.
• - Entergy Texas proposed a 500 kV transmission line to improve infrastructure, while legislative actions in Texas aimed to expedite storm cost recovery mechanisms.
• - The Waterford 3 and Grand Gulf nuclear plants celebrated 40 years of providing clean and reliable energy.
• - For the tenth consecutive year, Entergy was recognized among The Civic 50, highlighting its commitment to community leadership.

Consolidated Earnings Overview

For the year-to-date 2025, Entergy reported $829 million in earnings compared to $124 million in the prior year, demonstrating a significant year-on-year growth of $704 million. The adjusted earnings, accounting for various financial adjustments, also revealed a favorable increase from $641 million last year to $829 million this year.

The Utility segment, a significant contributor to Entergy’s earnings, reported a remarkable $599 million or $1.34 per share on both an as-reported and adjusted basis. This reflects a strong increase from $441 million, or $1.03 per share in the second quarter of 2024.

In contrast, the Parent & Other segment reported a loss of $131 million or 29 cents per share, showing an improvement compared to a loss of $392 million or 91 cents per share in 2024. The previous quarter's loss included a substantial pension settlement charge which had been attributed to a one-time event.

Earnings Guidance and Future Outlook

Entergy affirmed its adjusted EPS guidance for 2025, projecting a range of $3.75 to $3.95. This outlook remains contingent upon various factors, including regulatory policies and market trends in the energy sector.

An earnings teleconference will take place at 10:00 a.m. Central Time on July 30, 2025, where company officials will elaborate on the financial results and strategic outlook. Interested parties can join via the company's investor relations website or by calling using the provided conference ID.

Entergy Corporation, known for generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity to millions of customers across the southern U.S., remains committed to evolving its energy portfolio, investing in sustainable energy solutions, and enhancing its service reliability. The company underscores its initiatives in economic contributions surpassing $100 million annually through community investments.

In conclusion, Entergy's second quarter 2025 results exemplify a blend of resilience and strategic decisions that pave the way for its commitment to stakeholder value and community service, as they continue on their path towards sustainable growth and operational excellence.