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Significant, multi-billon-dollar capex backed by regulator approval can enhance Oncor’s rate base growth and SRE's long-term earnings power; near-term catalysts include Batch Zero approvals and 2Q2027 disclosures.
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ERCOT endorsed extensive Texas transmission upgrades, signaling a multi-year capex ramp led by Oncor. Sempra’s Oncor plan of $47.5B (2026–2030) plus a $10B incremental opportunity supports roughly 16 GW of new demand by 2034, with execution contingent on regulatory approvals. This could lift SRE’s rate-base growth and cash flow, though timing depends on regulatory decisions and interconnection rules.
ERCOT endorsed new TX transmission projects in Dallas–Fort Worth and I-35.
Total investment expected to exceed $7 billion; service 2026–2034.
Oncor to build the majority; Sempra owns 80.25% stake.
Base capital plan is a record $47.5 billion for 2026–2030.
Batch Zero interconnection process approved for consideration; final approval later this month.
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