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Dominion Energy

Based in Richmond, Virginia, Dominion Energy is an integrated energy company with over 30 gigawatts of electric generation capacity and more than 90,000 miles of electric transmission and distribution lines. Dominion is constructing a rate-regulated 5.2 GW wind farm off the Virginia Beach coast.

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Across the recent three months, 5 analysts have shared their insights on Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Dominion Energy, revealing an average target of $58.4, a high estimate of $61.00, and a low estimate of $57.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 12.31% increase from the previous average price target of $52.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731067230_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Dominion Energy among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Carly Davenport</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nicholas Campanella</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Zimbardo</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Weisel</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeremy Tonet</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Dominion Energy. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Dominion Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Dominion Energy's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Dominion Energy's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/D/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Dominion Energy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Dominion Energy's Background</h2>
Based in Richmond, Virginia, Dominion Energy is an integrated energy company with over 30 gigawatts of electric generation capacity and more than 90,000 miles of electric transmission and distribution lines. Dominion is constructing a rate-regulated 5.2 GW wind farm off the Virginia Beach coast.
<h3>Dominion Energy: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Dominion Energy showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 3.44% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Utilities sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Dominion Energy's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 23.83%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.62%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dominion Energy's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.94%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.64.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Dominion Energy Through Analyst Insights

Goldman Sachs analyst Carly Davenport reinstates Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) with a Neutral and announces $61 price target.

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Goldman Sachs Reinstates Neutral on Dominion Energy, Announces $61 Price Target

Wall Street rebounded Friday following Thursday&#8217;s selloff, yet midday gains were still insufficient to prevent a second consecutive weekly decline for the S&amp;P 500, currently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">down 1% for the week. </a>
Concerns over tech earnings eased after Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) outperformed expectations, restoring some risk appetite and supporting the sector rebound.
Amazon shares surged over 6%, heading for their best session since February.
The Nasdaq 100, up by 1.1%, outperformed the S&amp;P 500, up 0.8%. 
In economic data, the U.S. economy added just 12,000 jobs in October, a steep drop from the 223,000 gain in September and well below the forecast of 113,000, as hurricanes and strikes led to hiring freezes nationwide. 
Despite the weak job figures, the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%, indicating companies chose to retain workers rather than downsize.
The ISM Manufacturing PMI signaled contraction for the seventh consecutive month in October, with the index missing estimates.
Oil prices experienced a volatile session, initially spiking on reports of an imminent retaliatory attack by Iran on Israel before pulling back as those concerns faded. Gold edged down 0.1%.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) dipped 0.3%, slipping below the $70,000 mark.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 0.9% to $573.75.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;rose 1.1% to $422.09.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rallied 1.2% to $489.80.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rose 0.8% to $219.26.</li>
<li>The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, rising 2%. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 1.4%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
Stocks reacting to earnings reports included: 
<ul>
<li>Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), down 1.6%.</li>
<li>Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), up over 6%.</li>
<li>Atlassian Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEAM#NASDAQ">TEAM</a>), up 20%.</li>
<li>Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>), down 0.7%.</li>
<li>Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), up 2.8%.</li>
<li>Charter Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHTR#NASDAQ">CHTR</a>), up 13%.</li>
<li>Dominon Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>), down 0.2%.</li>
<li>Cardinal Health Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAH#NYSE">CAH</a>), up 6%.</li>
<li>CBOE Global Markets Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBOE#NYSE">CBOE</a>), down 2.9%.</li>
<li>Waters Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAT#NYSE">WAT</a>), up 17%.</li>
</ul>
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Tech Stocks Surge But S&P 500 Faces Second Weekly Decline, Amazon Rallies, Bitcoin Drops Below $70,000: What's Driving Markets Friday?

Dominion Energy Inc&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) reported&nbsp;third-quarter revenue of&nbsp;$3.941 billion, missing <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n41680691/dominion-energy-announces-third-quarter-2024-earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">the&nbsp;consensus of&nbsp;$4.179 billion</a>.&nbsp;
Operating expenses declined to&nbsp;$2.72 billion&nbsp;from&nbsp;$2.78 billion&nbsp;a year ago.
Adjusted operating earnings rose to&nbsp;$835&nbsp;million from&nbsp;$651&nbsp;million&nbsp;in the same period in 2023.&nbsp;Adjusted EPS was&nbsp;$0.98, up from&nbsp;$0.75&nbsp;a year ago,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the consensus of&nbsp;$0.93</a>.
As of September 30, the company had cash and <a target="_blank" href="https://s2.q4cdn.com/510812146/files/doc_financials/2024/q3/2024-11-01-DE-IR-3Q24-Earnings-Release-Kit-vTC.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener">cash </a>equivalents of&nbsp;$1.78 billion.
Dividend: The company declared a quarterly dividend of&nbsp;66.75 cents&nbsp;per share, payable on&nbsp;December 20, to shareholders of<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/n41662572/dominion-energy-declares-quarterly-dividend-of-66-75-cents" rel="noreferrer noopener"> record as of November 29</a>.
Outlook: The company narrowed FY24 operating EPS to $2.68 &#8211; $2.83 (from $2.62&nbsp;–&nbsp;$2.87 earlier)<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">, compared to the consensus of&nbsp;$2.77</a>.
The company also maintained FY25 operating EPS of&nbsp;$3.25&nbsp;–&nbsp;$3.54&nbsp;vs. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40105884" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus of&nbsp;$3.39</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;BNY Mellon ETF Trust BNY Mellon Global Infrastructure Income ETF&nbsp;(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKGI#BATS">BKGI</a>) and&nbsp;WBI Power Factor High Dividend ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBIY#NYSE">WBIY</a>).
Price Action: Dominion Energy shares are up 0.76% at $59.98 premarket at the last check Friday.
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Dominion Energy Q3 Results: Revenue Miss, Earnings Beat, And Updated FY24 Guidance

Guidance The company narrowed its full-year 2024 operating earnings guidance range to $2.68 to $2.83 per share, preserving the original midpoint of $2.75 per share. The company also reaffirmed its full-year 2025 operating earnings guidance range of $3.25 to $3.54 per share and the other financial guidance provided at the March 1, 2024 investor meeting including guidance related to earnings, credit, and dividend.

Dominion Energy Narrows FY24 Adj EPS Guidance from $2.62-$2.87 to $2.68-$2.83 vs $2.77 Est

Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.98 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.93 by 5.38 percent. This is a 30.67 percent increase over earnings of $0.75 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $3.940 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $4.179 billion by 5.71 percent. This is a 3.41 percent increase over sales of $3.810 billion the same period last year.

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Dominion Energy Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.98 Beats $0.93 Estimate, Sales $3.940B Miss $4.179B Estimate

Former President Donald Trump's four years in the White House offer insights into which stocks and sectors might benefit or suffer if he secures a second term <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/2024-election">in the 2024 election.</a>
Here's a look back at the worst-performing stocks in 2017, Trump's first year in the White House.
Worst Performing 2017 Stocks: The stock markets saw <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/futures/18/01/11066769/the-stock-markets-rally-under-trump-among-the-best-ever-heres-how-his">impressive gains in 2017</a>, which were among the best ever for a president's first year in the White House.
The S&amp;P 500, tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>), gained 21.7% in 2017, an impressive gain compared to the 12.0% increase in 2016. Presidential election years have historically outperformed other years.
While many stocks in the S&amp;P 500 were up in 2017, there were also plenty of names that finished the year in the red. Here's a look back at the 10 worst-performing stocks in the S&amp;P 500 from 2017, as reported previously by Marketwatch.
<ol>
<li>Baker Hughes (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKR#NASDAQ">BKR</a>): -51%, energy</li>
<li>Range Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RRC#NYSE">RRC</a>): -50%, energy</li>
<li>Under Armour (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UA#NYSE">UA</a>)(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAA#NYSE">UAA</a>): -50%, consumer discretionary</li>
<li>Scana Corp: -46%, utilities</li>
<li>Envision Healthcare Corp: -45%, health care</li>
<li>General Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>): -45%, industrials</li>
<li>Mattel Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAT#NASDAQ">MAT</a>): -44%, consumer discretionary</li>
<li>Chesapeake Energy Corp (NASDSAQ:EXE): -44%, energy</li>
<li>Advance Auto Parts (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAP#NYSE">AAP</a>): -41%, consumer discretionary</li>
<li>Signet Jewelers (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIG#NYSE">SIG</a>): -40%, consumer discretionary</li>
</ol>
It's important to note that some of the companies have undergone some changes since this old list. 
<ul>
<li>Baker Hughes previously traded as BHGE and was merged with the oil and gas division of General Electric. </li>
<li>Scana Corp was acquired by Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) in 2019. </li>
<li>Envision Healthcare underwent Chapter 11 bankruptcy and now is two separate privately owned companies. </li>
<li>Chesapeake Energy changed its name to Expand Energy after merging with Southwestern Energy. The company also underwent bankruptcy protection in 2020, emerging successfully from the protection in 2021.</li>
</ul>
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Why It's Important: The list of the top 10 worst performers in 2017 overlaps with the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/10/41584466/these-10-stocks-were-the-best-s-p-500-performers-in-2017-when-trump-was-president-will-history-r">best performing stocks </a>that Benzinga recently shared.
Stocks in utilities, health care, industrials, and consumer discretionary appeared on both the best and worst performer lists. Top-performing stocks included technology and homebuilders, with no overlap among the worst performers.
Energy is likely a potential big loser based on the trends above if Trump wins the 2024 election. What likely happened in 2017 that could happen again is a run-up in stocks during the election year and then a potential selloff in the year after as investors take profits.
While some believe that energy stocks could be winners under Trump, past results could suggest otherwise. A president who supports more drilling and has different foreign policies could also impact the price of oil barrels and lower energy companies&#8217; profits.
With less than two weeks until the 2024 election, investors are likely positioning their portfolio based on a Trump or Kamala Harris victory in some regards. With a close election predicted, investors may want to look to sectors that could benefit under either candidate.
Freedom Capital Markets Chief Global Strategist Jay Woods previously<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/sector-etfs/24/08/40515453/exclusive-trump-or-harris-12-stocks-2-etfs-could-win-no-matter-whos-president-says-market-strate"> shared some sectors </a>and stocks to watch with Benzinga that could benefit regardless of whether Trump or Harris wins the 2024 election.
Woods named defense stocks and cybersecurity stocks as two of the top sectors to watch ahead of the 2024 election.
"I think you've got to watch this sector closely," Woods said of the defense sector.
Woods said defense stocks could continue to benefit from geopolitical concerns and the world&#8217;s many negative events.
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The European Nuclear Alliance has called upon the European Commission to<a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/european-alliance-wants-eu-to-reconsider?r=3nmatg"> consider nuclear energy as "essential contributors"</a> to decarbonization pathways in Europe.
"We strongly encourage the upcoming college of Commissioners to deliver a paradigm shift in our energy policy," the alliance said at the Energy Council meeting held in Luxembourg on October 15. The commission should <a href="https://x.com/AnnaHbrt/status/1846189053479116986">recognize the role of nuclear energy</a>, alongside renewables, "for the future of our integrated energy system," it added.&nbsp;
The alliance comprises 12 members, including Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Hungary, Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Sweden.
However, some experts have argued for a faster deployment of cleaner alternatives. They cite the environmental risks associated with nuclear energy and the disposing of reactor waste.
European Union (EU) states, like Germany and Spain, have pushed to keep <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/germany-spain-push-keep-nuclear-out-eu-renewable-energy-goals-2023-03-16/">nuclear out of EU renewable energy goals</a>. They have warned that taking into account low-carbon energy would slow down the deployment of renewables.
"Without such energies, there is no path for the EU to provide to its citizens affordable, reliable and abundant low-carbon energy," the alliance said.
The EU must also compete against a U.S. and China. The world&#8217;s two biggest economies plan to construct several new conventional and small modular reactors.&nbsp;
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Source: World Nuclear Association, <a href="https://world-nuclear.org/images/articles/World-Nuclear-Performance-Report-2024.pdf">Reactors Under Construction by Region</a> (1950-2030)
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Nuclear Power Could Satisfy Demand For AI, Data Centers</h3>
With <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/10/41314761/openai-eyes-ai-expansion-in-europe-after-raising-6-6-billion#:~:text=California%2Dbased%20company%20OpenAI%20will,Sam%20Altman%20into%20international%20markets">demand</a> from data centers and artificial intelligence (AI) increasing the need for electricity generation, big tech is jumping into the nuclear option.&nbsp;
US-based tech giants Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) announced their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41358363/nuclear-stocks-soar-as-amazon-becomes-latest-tech-giant-to-invest-in-nuclear-power">investment in small modular reactors</a> (SMR) on October 16. Amazon's cloud computing subsidiary, AWS, c<a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/amazon-eyes-nuclear-energy-future-two-new-smr-project-partnerships">ommitted more than $500 million</a> in a partnership with Virginia's utility company, Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>).
Last month, Constellation Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEG#NASDAQ">CEG</a>) announced plans to reopen the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant under a 20-year agreement with Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>). The tech giant aims to supply its data centers with carbon-free energy. 
The Pennsylvania plant was the site of the U.S.' worst commercial nuclear power accident in 1979, with a partial meltdown that destroyed one of two reactors.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Biden Administration Pushes For Nuclear Power</h3>
The Constellation-Microsoft agreement comes amid a push by the Biden administration to <a href="https://apnews.com/article/georgia-nuclear-plant-energy-secretary-granholm-05a6e2444a8b5a9e9c7c61b111b87192">reconsider using nuclear power</a> to limit greenhouse gas emissions from the power sector. In 2023 alone, <a href="https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/current-and-future-generation/nuclear-power-in-the-world-today">nuclear plants generated 2602 TWh of electricity</a>, with around a third, 772.2 TWh, attributed to the U.S.
The push for nuclear is having a positive impact on ETFs and companies operating in this emerging space.&nbsp;
The VanEck Uranium and Nuclear ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NLR#NYSE">NLR</a>), which comprises miners, industrial companies that make reactor components and industrial exposure to nuclear, has returned approximately 20% in the last month. Oklo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), Sam Altman's start-up, has surged around 240% in the same period. 
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Source: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/OKLO">Benzinga</a>, Oklo Stock Price (30-day)
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Investments In Nuclear Power</h3>
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Europe's need to invest in nuclear energy has accelerated, according to a survey published in December 2022. The Flash Eurobarometer 514 survey showed that 58% of EU respondents believed <a href="https://europa.eu/eurobarometer/surveys/detail/2912">member states should invest in nuclear</a>.&nbsp;
As the demand for low-carbon energy surges, Europe is investing heavily in nuclear energy. However, the UK and France are in the lead.&nbsp;
The UK announced a "major <a href="https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-t-z/united-kingdom#:~:text=The%20UK%20generates%20about%2015,6.5%20GW%20of%20nuclear%20capacity">acceleration of homegrown power</a>" to "boost long-term energy independence, security and prosperity." In the <a href="https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-t-z/united-kingdom#:~:text=The%20UK%20generates%20about%2015,6.5%20GW%20of%20nuclear%20capacity">UK, reactors generate about 15% of electricity</a> at 6.5 GW. The government plans to increase this usage to 25% or up to 24GW by 2050.
In France, 70% of electricity already comes from nuclear energy. In 2023, the <a href="https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-a-f/france">French government abandoned plans to reduce nuclear</a> energy. It instead is focusing on building six new reactors.&nbsp;
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Nuclear Power Plants in France, Source: <a href="https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/country-profiles/countries-a-f/france">World Nuclear Association</a>&nbsp;
Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Poland are also investing in new nuclear projects.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Nuclear Power Investment Uncertainty</h3>
The EU's plans to dramatically increase nuclear power could face financing challenges.&nbsp;
Finance Watch about a substantial funding gap. It pointed to <a href="https://www.finance-watch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Europes-coming-investment-crisis.pdf">high levels of EU deb</a>t, fiscal constraints, and uncertainties surrounding the future structure of the electricity market.&nbsp;
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EU Climate-Financing Gap, Source: <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-17/nuclear-power-investment-gap-threatens-eu-climate-goals-amid-funding-uncertainty">Bloomberg</a>&nbsp;
With the funding gap, the EU nuclear industry could only meet its target of <a href="https://www.nucleareurope.eu/downloads/manifesto/?wpdmdl=53260&amp;refresh=6697a387ae8371721213831">increasing energy capacity by 50%</a>. Nuclear energy accounts for almost one-quarter of the electricity produced in the EU and 50% of the low-carbon electricity.
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After experiencing a significant surge on Wednesday, NuScale Power Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>) stock is trading lower, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">down over 5% on Thursday.</a>
Yesterday, nuclear stocks soared following Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Web Services (AWS) announced a plan to invest over $500 million in nuclear power.
AWS, Amazon&#8217;s cloud computing subsidiary, has signed three agreements to support nuclear energy development, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41362462/why-is-nano-nuclear-energy-stock-gaining-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">including building Small Modular Reactors (SMRs).</a>
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This includes a deal with Energy Northwest for four SMRs generating up to 960 MW and a partnership&nbsp;Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>)&nbsp;to explore additional projects in Virginia.
The Wall Street Journal <a href="https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-sp500-nasdaq-live-10-16-2024/card/nuclear-energy-stocks-surge-after-amazon-extends-recent-frenzy-UOw6Z1uJYko1pvGmtwsY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reported</a> that the e-commerce giant also invested in X-energy, an SMR company involved in the Washington reactors, as part of a multi-million funding round that included Citadel CEO Ken Griffin and private-equity firm Ares Management.
Major nuclear stocks that soared following the deal are NuScale Power, Oklo Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), Nano Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>), and Lightbridge Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>).
The deal is important as nuclear reactors produce no carbon emissions, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/16/amazon-goes-nuclear-investing-more-than-500-million-to-develop-small-module-reactors.html" rel="noreferrer noopener">per</a> a CNBC report.
In fact, the Biden administration has invested billions in clean energy production. In conjunction with this AWS announcement, U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm stated that $900 million in new funding is now available for those aiming to deploy additional SMRs, CNBC added.
The Wall Street Journal added that the reactors are not expected to be delivered until between 2030 and 2035.
On Monday, Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) announced its support for constructing seven SMRs from the startup Kairos Power in a pioneering agreement.
As the market reacts to these developments, investors will closely monitor how the nuclear sector evolves in response to increased support and funding from major tech companies.
Craig-Hallum analyst Eric Stine maintains NuScale with a Buy and raises the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SMR/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target from&nbsp;$16&nbsp;to&nbsp;$21.</a> According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, SMR stock has gained over 220% in the past year.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Themes ETF Trust Themes Uranium &amp; Nuclear ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URAN#BATS">URAN</a>).
Price Action: SMR shares are trading lower by 3.12% to $18.48 at last check Thursday.
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<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Stock Market Direction</h4>
Please <a href="https://thearorareport.com/chart-analysis-stock-market-king-nvidia-technicals-asml-earnings-nvda-mc-10162024">click here</a> for an enlarged chart of NVIDIA Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).
Note the following:
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<li>This article is about the big picture, not an individual stock. The chart of NVDA stock is being used to illustrate the point.</li>
<li>The chart shows that after a strong rally NVDA stock entered the resistance zone.</li>
<li>The rally was triggered by Jensen Huang's comment that the demand for Blackwell was insane.</li>
<li>The chart shows that NVDA was not able to penetrate the resistance zone.</li>
<li>The chart shows when NVDA started backing off from the resistance zone, aggressive selling came in.</li>
<li>The chart shows that NVDA is now below the bottom band of the resistance zone but still considerably above the mini support zone shown on the chart.</li>
<li>RSI on the chart shows that NVDA stock had become extremely overbought. Overbought stocks tend to pullback. This is exactly what happened. The chart shows the pullback has relieved the extreme overbought condition.</li>
<li>The chart shows that the volume on the pullback was not low. This indicates that investors should not dismiss this pullback.</li>
<li>In addition to the technical reason for the pullback, there is a fundamental reason. The fundamental reason is earnings from Dutch semiconductor equipment company ASML Holding NV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>). ASML has an almost monopoly on extreme ultraviolet lithography equipment needed for manufacturing Nvidia's chips. ASML stock fell 16% on the heaviest volume in 10 years. The big disappointment in ASML earnings was that ASML is forecasting 2025 sales of 30B &#8211; 35B euros vs. consensus of 35.8B euros.</li>
<li>In The Arora Report analysis, the reaction in NVDA stock to ASML's forecast is an overreaction.  ASML is seeing strong AI demand. The weakness is from other chip segments.  </li>
<li>It is important to note that the demand for Blackwell is so strong that Nvidia is fully booked for the next 12 months.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>To a large degree, what happens to NVDA next will determine the fate of tech stocks until big tech earnings come along.&nbsp; If NVDA stock breaks above the resistance zone, it will be positive not only for tech stocks but for the entire stock market.</li>
<li>Most semiconductor stocks have been hit. Semiconductor bears are questioning the staying power of the semiconductor rally.</li>
<li>Among earnings of note, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>) reported earnings better than the consensus. MS earnings are important because MS has large investment banking, trading, and wealth management businesses. Previously Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), and Bank of America Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>) also reported good earnings. This indicates that the fundamentals of the financial sector are strong. As most investors are focused on tech, prudent investors should have some diversification in the financial sector.  As full disclosure, JPM and BAC are in The Arora Report&#8217;s ZYX Buy Core Model Portfolio. Bank ETF SPDR S&amp;P Bank ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBE#NYSE">KBE</a>) is in The Arora Report&#8217;s ZYX Allocation Core Model Portfolio.</li>
<li>We have been sharing with you the rising yields on long bonds. Now, it is spilling into mortgage rates. Mortgage rates hit the highest since August.  Mortgage refinancing demand fell 26% week-to-week. Refinancing is very sensitive to interest rates.</li>
<li>Yesterday, we shared with you that Alphabet Inc Class C (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) was going nuclear to obtain power for AI data centers.&nbsp; Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) is now signing an agreement with Dominion Energy Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) to explore developing a small modular reactor near North Anna nuclear station.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">U.K.</h3>
In the U.K., new data shows that inflation is running below 2% for the first time since 2021.
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<li>CPI came at 0.0% month-over-month vs. 0.1% consensus.</li>
<li>CPI came at 1.7% year-over-year vs. 1.9% consensus.</li>
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Historically, the U.K. has preceded the U.S. by several months. For this reason, it is important to pay attention to U.K. economic data.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Magnificent Seven Money Flows</h3>
In the early trade, money flows are positive in NVDA and Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are neutral in Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Alphabet Inc Class C (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are negative in Apple Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>).
In the early trade, money flows are neutral in SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Momo Crowd And Smart Money In Stocks</h3>
Investors can gain an edge by knowing money flows in SPY and QQQ.  Investors can get a bigger edge by knowing when smart money is buying stocks, gold, and oil.  The most popular ETF for gold is SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>).  The most popular ETF for silver is iShares Silver Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SLV#NYSE">SLV</a>). The most popular ETF for oil is United States Oil ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USO#NYSE">USO</a>).
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Bitcoin</h3>
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) bulls are excited.&nbsp; Bitcoin gurus are proclaiming that this time bitcoin is going to breakout and rocket to $100K.&nbsp; Bitcoin is trading above $67K as of this writing.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Protection Band And What To Do Now</h3>
It is important for investors to look ahead and not in the rearview mirror.
Consider continuing to hold good, very long term, existing positions. Based on individual risk preference, consider a protection band consisting of cash or Treasury bills or short-term tactical trades as well as short to medium term hedges and short term hedges. This is a good way to protect yourself and participate in the upside at the same time.
You can determine your protection bands by adding cash to hedges. The high band of the protection is appropriate for those who are older or conservative. The low band of the protection is appropriate for those who are younger or aggressive. If you do not hedge, the total cash level should be more than stated above but significantly less than cash plus hedges.
A protection band of 0% would be very bullish and would indicate full investment with 0% in cash. A protection band of 100% would be very bearish and would indicate a need for aggressive protection with cash and hedges or aggressive short selling.
It is worth reminding that you cannot take advantage of new upcoming opportunities if you are not holding enough cash.  When adjusting hedge levels, consider adjusting partial stop quantities for stock positions (non ETF); consider using wider stops on remaining quantities and also allowing more room for high beta stocks. High beta stocks are the ones that move more than the market.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Traditional 60/40 Portfolio</h3>
Probability based risk reward adjusted for inflation does not favor long duration strategic bond allocation at this time.
Those who want to stick to traditional 60% allocation to stocks and 40% to bonds may consider focusing on only high quality bonds and bonds of five year duration or less. Those willing to bring sophistication to their investing may consider using bond ETFs as tactical positions and not strategic positions at this time.
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Dominion Energy shares are trading higher after the company announced a partnership with Amazon to explore small modular reactor (SMR) nuclear development in Virginia.

Nuclear stocks including Oklo Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>), NuScale Power Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMR#NYSE">SMR</a>), Nano Nuclear Energy Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NNE#NASDAQ">NNE</a>) and Lightbridge Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTBR#NASDAQ">LTBR</a>) are moving higher in early trading Wednesday after Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Web Services (AWS) announced plans to invest <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nuclear-energy">over $500 million in nuclear power</a>.
What Happened: AWS, Amazon&#8217;s cloud computing subsidiary, said it signed three new agreements on Wednesday to support the development of nuclear energy projects, including the construction of several new Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). 
Amazon inked a deal with Energy Northwest in Washington to build four advanced SMRs. The reactors are expected to generate approximately 320 MW of capacity in the first phase of the project, with the option to increase to 960 MW in total.
The tech giant also invested in X-energy. Amazon said it plans to use the company&#8217;s advanced nuclear reactor design&nbsp;in the Energy Northwest project. The investment includes manufacturing capacity to develop the SMR equipment to support more than five gigawatts of new nuclear energy projects.
Amazon also signed an agreement with Dominion Energy in Virginia to explore the development of an SMR project near Dominion's North Anna nuclear power station. The project would bring at least 300 MW of power to the Virginia region.
&#8220;Nuclear is a safe source of carbon-free energy that can help power our operations and meet the growing demands of our customers, while helping us progress toward our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theclimatepledge.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Climate Pledge</a>&nbsp;commitment to be net-zero carbon across our operations by 2040,&#8221; said Matt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services. 
&#8220;One of the fastest ways to address climate change is by transitioning our society to carbon-free energy sources, and nuclear energy is both carbon-free and able to scale—which is why it's an important area of investment for Amazon.&#8221;
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Amazon is the latest big tech company to make a push into nuclear as tech giants increasingly turn to nuclear to meet the rising energy demands of data centers related to the&nbsp;AI&nbsp;boom. 
Google on Monday announced a deal to purchase power from a fleet of&nbsp;SMRs from Kairos Power. The first reactor is expected to be online by 2030, with more reactors anticipated through 2035.
NuScale is a provider of advanced SMR nuclear technology. Oklo is developing fast fission power plants to provide clean, reliable and affordable energy at scale. Nano Nuclear is an early-stage nuclear energy company. Lightbridge is focused on developing advanced nuclear fuel technology.
OKLO, NU, LTBR Price Action: At publication time, Oklo shares were up 27.6% at $14.86, NuScale shares were up 8.81% $14.82, Nano Nuclear shares were up 5.01% at $16.34 and Lightbridge shares were up 11.7% at $4.01, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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<li>SMR development could play a pivotal role in an 'all-of-the-above' energy solution to meet robust electricity demand growth</li>
<li>Agreement will explore innovative commercial and financing structures to advance a potential project</li>
<li>Dominion Energy committed to the credit and risk profile objectives of the recently concluded business review</li>
</ul>
RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion Energy Virginia and Amazon have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore innovative new development structures that would help advance potential Small Modular Reactor (SMR) nuclear development in Virginia.
As power demand grows at an unprecedented pace in Virginia and other regions in the U.S., utilities, state and federal agencies, and leading technology firms are exploring SMRs as a potential solution that would provide reliable, carbon-free power.
Power demand in Virginia is growing by more than 5% annually and is expected to double in the next 15 years. To reliably serve this unprecedented growth, Dominion Energy is developing an 'all-of-the-above' mix of new power generation sources, including leading investments in offshore wind, solar, battery storage and natural gas.
In the 2030s, SMRs could play a pivotal role in this 'all-of-the-above' energy mix. Like traditional nuclear, SMRs generate around-the-clock, carbon-free power, but with a significantly smaller footprint and lower upfront capital costs.
The MOU between Dominion Energy Virginia and Amazon documents the companies' efforts to jointly explore innovative ways to advance SMR development and financing while also mitigating potential cost and development risks for customers and capital providers. Dominion Energy remains committed to the credit and risk profile objectives of the recently concluded business review.
"This agreement builds on our longstanding partnership with Amazon and other leading tech companies to accelerate the development of carbon-free power generation in Virginia," said Robert M. Blue, Chair, President and CEO of Dominion Energy. "It's an important step forward in serving our customers' growing needs with reliable, affordable and increasingly clean energy. This collaboration gives us a potential path to advance SMRs with minimal rate impacts for our residential customers and substantially reduced development risk."
"Bringing new sources of carbon-free energy to the grid is an important part of Amazon's commitment to serve our customers and achieve net-zero carbon across our operations by 2040," said Kevin Miller, Amazon's Vice President of Global Data Centers. "Nuclear energy is safe, reliable, and can help meet the energy needs of our customers for decades to come. We're excited to innovate alongside Dominion to explore the opportunities that Small Modular Reactors can bring to Virginia, while also helping us all address climate change."
"In alignment with our All-American, All-of-the-Above energy plan, small modular nuclear reactors will play a critical role in positioning Virginia as a leading nuclear innovation hub," said Governor Glenn Youngkin. "Amazon Web Services' commitment to this technology and their partnership with Dominion is a significant step forward to meet the future power needs of a growing Virginia."
"The world around us is changing very quickly," said U.S. Senator Mark Warner. "Advances in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing stand to revolutionize our daily lives, but they also stand to push our energy needs beyond anything we've ever seen before. Virginia is already a leader in nuclear energy, which is why I'm thrilled to see Dominion Energy and Amazon partner up to build the next generation of SMRs right here at home."
"I'm glad Dominion and Amazon have come to this exciting agreement to diversify our clean energy options," said U.S. Senator Tim Kaine. "From offshore wind to nuclear energy, Virginia is well positioned to be a leader in energy innovation and job creation. I will continue to do all that I can to make sure we are harnessing that opportunity, including by encouraging other companies to utilize the clean energy incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act that I'm proud to have helped pass."
In July, Dominion Energy announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) from leading SMR nuclear technology companies to evaluate the feasibility of developing an SMR at the company's North Anna Power Station in Louisa County, Va.&nbsp; While the RFP is not a commitment to build an SMR at North Anna, it is an important first step in evaluating the technology and the feasibility of developing it at North Anna.

Dominion Energy And Amazon Partner To Explore Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Nuclear Development In Virginia As Part Of A Growing 'All-Of-The-Above' Energy Solution To Meet Rising Power Demand; MOU Will Focus On Innovative Development And Financing Structures

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5 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
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Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $57.6, with a high estimate of $58.00 and a low estimate of $57.00. This current average has increased by 10.24% from the previous average price target of $52.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729018888_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Dominion Energy among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Nicholas Campanella</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
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<td>Paul Zimbardo</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Andrew Weisel</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
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<td>Jeremy Tonet</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
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<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Dominion Energy. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Dominion Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Dominion Energy's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Dominion Energy's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/D/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Dominion Energy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Dominion Energy</h2>
Based in Richmond, Virginia, Dominion Energy is an integrated energy company with over 30 gigawatts of electric generation capacity and more than 90,000 miles of electric transmission and distribution lines. Dominion is constructing a rate-regulated 5.2 GW wind farm off the Virginia Beach coast.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Dominion Energy's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: Dominion Energy displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 10.11%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Utilities sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 15.61%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Dominion Energy's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.12%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Dominion Energy's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.54%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.62, Dominion Energy adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Unveiling 5 Analyst Insights On Dominion Energy

Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella maintains Dominion Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $54 to $58.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Dominion Energy, Raises Price Target to $58

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<li>Companies jointly propose electric transmission projects to serve region's growing power demand through&nbsp;PJM's competitive planning process</li>
<li>Collaboration leverages expertise of industry leaders to propose comprehensive, cost-effective solutions that promote regional grid reliability</li>
</ul>
RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion Energy Virginia, American Electric Power and FirstEnergy Corp. have entered into an innovative joint planning agreement to propose several new regional electric transmission projects across multiple states within the PJM footprint.&nbsp;
The innovative collaboration comes at a time when efficient and cost-effective regional transmission development is essential and encouraged by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the independent federal agency that regulates the interstate transmission of electricity.
Power demand in the PJM region is growing at an unprecedented pace due to rapid expansion of energy-intensive industries such as data centers, the electrification of transportation and heating, and increased manufacturing onshoring. At the same time, the region's power generation mix is changing as legacy generation is retired and more renewables are added to the grid.

Dominion Energy, American Electric Power, FirstEnergy Reach Joint Planning Agreement To Propose Regional Transmission Projects Across PJM Footprint To Propose Comprehensive, Cost-Effective Solutions That Promote Regional Grid Reliability

Every time the Federal Reserve (the Fed) cuts interest rates, investors tend to flock to the sectors they believe will outperform the most due to historical reactions and fundamental reasoning. However, this rate cut is a bit different than the ones experienced in the recent past, as the United States economy is more globalized and a bit slower than before.
This will be a different case study, one in which rising credit card delinquency rates and spiking car repossessions will place a headwind in the consumer discretionary sector despite interest rate cuts, one that will slow down easier financing rates to boost the energy sector now that the 22-month contraction in the manufacturing PMI index drove business activity down, and one in which the dollar is as strong as it was during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mixing these factors together, investors should focus on the effect of interest rates on company fundamentals rather than consumer or economic impacts since those may be a bit blurred in today&#39;s environment. By company fundamentals, the balance sheet is kept in the first place, especially the way lower interest expenses can affect utility stocks like Dominion Energy Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/d#NYSE">D</a>) and dividend real estate investment trusts (REITs) like Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bip#NYSE">BIP</a>).
<h2>Why Utility Stocks Thrive in a Low Interest Rate Environment</h2>
Typically, utility stocks carry more debt on their balance sheet than the average industry and, as a result, will have a higher interest expense on their income statement. For this reason, lower interest rates open up more room in their financials due to lower interest expenses, directly pushing earnings per share (EPS) higher.
Since stock prices are driven by their underlying earnings, investors can see how a domino effect can benefit the utility sector if the underlying stocks and their individual balance sheets carry enough debt to make this factor a reality. One such example can be made out of Dominion Energy.
This utility stock carries up to 61% debt on its balance sheet, so it is safe to assume that lower rates will significantly impact its earning power. Now that the stock trades at 98% of its 52-week high, investors can note how the market has recently rewarded this name with better price action than even the S&amp;P 500.
More than that, this stock offers shareholders up to 4.6% as an annual dividend yield today, beating the Fed&#39;s target inflation rate by twice as much. Since utility stocks also have a subscription-based business model, investors can see how cash flows are safer and more predictable here to cushion any potential market volatility.
This is why Wall Street analysts forecast up to $0.75 in EPS for the next 12 months in Dominion Energy stock, a significant jump from today&#39;s 0.65 a share or a 15.3% jump.
Leaning on these projections, Jefferies Financial decided to initiate coverage on the stock at a $58 a share valuation, which is roughly where it trades today, though that might change soon.
Facing this fundamentally bullish trend, bears decided to move out of the stock during the past month, as Dominion&#39;s short interest declined over the past quarter to show signs of bearish capitulation today. Low interest rates can help utility stocks improve their earning power and dividend strength, and other sectors like real estate benefit as well.
<h2>Low Interest Rates Boost Rental Income Potential in Dividend Real Estate Stocks</h2>
Here is how lower rates push the income potential for property stocks, especially REITs in agnostic asset classes like infrastructure. This is where Brookfield Infrastructure Partners stock comes into play.
As financing rates and liquidity become available, acquisitions and additions to the company&#39;s real estate portfolio automatically generate more income from tenants and create higher upside potential through the ensuing appreciation of these new properties.
This REIT&#39;s balance sheet shows 64.3% debt, so the same effect in the utility sector is true here: lower interest expenses lead to better earning potential.
These fundamental truths led Wall Street analysts to forecast up to $0.84 in EPS for the next 12 months, up from today&#39;s net loss of $0.10 a share.
Driven by this potential profit growth in the next 12 months, management feels comfortable paying investors up to 4.8% in a dividend yield, which could see further strength as lower interest rates enable the company to expand its property income.
More than that, analysts have also landed on a consensus price target of $37.6 a share, calling for up to 11.1% upside from the stock&#39;s current level. Considering that it already trades at its 52-week high, analysts are directly calling for the stock to reach a new high in cadence with bullish price action and sentiment toward the stock and the sector.
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On CNBC's &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/mad-money-lightning-round">Mad Money Lightning Round</a>,&#8221; Jim Cramer said Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/D#NYSE">D</a>) is a buy. &#8220;We need <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/D/analyst-ratings">cheap power,&#8221; he noted.</a>
On Sept. 19, Jefferies analyst Paul Zimbardo initiated coverage on Dominion Energy with a Hold rating and announced a price target of $58.
Cramer said he likes Dutch Bros Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>). &#8220;I&#8217;m glad that they slowed their expansion,&#8221; he added.
On Sept. 12, TD Cowen analyst Andrew Charles reiterated Dutch Bros with a Buy and maintained a $47 price target.
When asked about Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), he said, &#8220;I need to see the financials filed.&#8221;
On Sept. 20, Super Micro Computer announced the receipt of non-compliance letter from the Nasdaq.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYB#NYSE">LYB</a>) is not a stock that he is recommending, Cramer said.
On Sept. 13, JPMorgan analyst Jeffrey Zekauskas maintained LyondellBasell Industries with an Overweight rating and lowered the price target from $113 to $110.
On Aug. 2, LyondellBasell reported&nbsp;second-quarter&nbsp;fiscal 2024 revenues of&nbsp;$10.55 billion, up from&nbsp;$10.306 billion&nbsp;a year ago,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/n40125912/lyondellbasell-reports-second-quarter-2024-earnings">beating the consensus of&nbsp;$10.44 billion.</a> Adjusted EBITDA stood at&nbsp;$1.37 billion&nbsp;(-5.3%&nbsp;Y/Y), and the margin contracted by 107 bps to&nbsp;13%. Adjusted EPS stood at&nbsp;$2.24,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">beating the consensus of&nbsp;$2.23.</a>
Price Action:
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<li>Dominion Energy shares gained 0.8% to settle at $57.93 on Friday.</li>
<li>Dutch Bros shares gained 0.2% to close at $34.92 during the session.</li>
<li>Super Micro Computer shares gained 4.6% to close at $457.27 during Friday's session.</li>
<li>LyondellBasell shares fell 2.1% to settle at $94.04 on Friday.</li>
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