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Strong Q2 beat, reaffirmed guidance, and multiple regulatory milestones reduce execution risk for the merger and support earnings visibility; dividend remains, capex aligns with 4–6% rate-base growth. Montana approval risk is the primary near-term overhang, but a timely close by year-end could re-rate the stock higher.
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NorthWestern Energy reported solid Q2 2026 results with GAAP EPS of $0.40 and Adjusted Non-GAAP EPS of $0.50, reaffirming full-year guidance of $3.68–$3.83 and long-term growth of 4–6%. The company also announced a record $683 million capital plan and a $0.67 dividend, while advancing its all-stock merger with Black Hills Corp. through regulatory approvals in multiple states, with Montana still awaiting a final order and closing targeted by year-end 2026.
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