Avangrid, Inc. operates as an energy services holding company in the United States. It operates through two segments, Networks and Renewables. The company engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, as well as distribution, transportation, and sale of natural gas. It also develops, constructs, and operates renewable energy generation facilities primarily using onshore wind power, as well as solar, biomass, and thermal power. The company delivers natural gas and electricity to residential, commercial, and institutional customers through its regulated utilities in New York, Maine, Connecticut, and Massachusetts; and sells its output to investor-owned utilities, public utilities, and other credit-worthy entities. In addition, it generates and provides power and other services to federal and state agencies, as well as institutional retail and joint action agencies; and delivers thermal output to wholesale customers in the Western United States. Avangrid, Inc. owns eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving 3.3 million customers in New York and New England, as well as owns and operates 8.5 gigawatts of electricity capacity primarily through wind power in 22 states. The company was founded in 1852 and is headquartered in Orange, Connecticut. Avangrid, Inc. is a subsidiary of Iberdrola, S.A.
IPO Year: 2015
Exchange: NYSE
Website: avangrid.com
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3/8/2024 | $35.00 | Neutral → Sell | Janney |
6/21/2023 | Underweight → Sector Weight | KeyBanc Capital Markets | |
10/14/2022 | $47.00 → $39.00 | Underperform → Neutral | Mizuho |
6/27/2022 | $40.00 | Sector Weight → Underweight | KeyBanc Capital Markets |
6/9/2022 | $57.00 | Buy | Siebert Williams Shank |
2/24/2022 | $47.00 → $42.00 | Underperform | Mizuho |
2/24/2022 | Buy → Neutral | Janney | |
2/24/2022 | $60.00 → $48.00 | Overweight → Equal-Weight | Wells Fargo |
1/10/2022 | $47.00 | Neutral → Underperform | Mizuho |
12/10/2021 | $53.00 → $48.00 | Neutral | Mizuho |
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Today Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) ("Avangrid"), a leading sustainable energy company, and a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. ("Iberdrola"), announced that it has received Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ("FERC") approval of Iberdrola's acquisition of the remaining 18.4% of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of Avangrid that it does not currently own. On May 17 , 2024, the Board of Directors of Avangrid, acting on the unanimous recommendation of the Unaffiliated Committee of the Board of Directors (the "Unaffiliated Committee") that led the consideration of strategic alternatives and the negotiation of the terms of the transaction, unanimousl
The global authority on recognizing excellence in people practices endorses Avangrid's talent management Iberdrola becomes one of only two energy companies worldwide to obtain the certification Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today that is has been certified as a Top Employer 2024 in the United States by Top Employers Institute. This certification showcases Avangrid's dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240905998930/en/Top Employer 2
The global authority on recognising excellence in people practices has endorsed Iberdrola's talent management policies in Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, the United States, Brazil and Mexico. Iberdrola becomes one of only two energy companies worldwide to obtain the certification. The Top Employers Institute program is based on the results obtained in its HR Best Practices Survey that cross-cuts the people management function through six domains, made up of 20 practices. Iberdrola is an accredited Top Employer Europe. The company has been recognised as Top Employer 2024 in Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Italy for supporting the personal and profe
Honor presented by Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve For the second consecutive year, Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) team members have received the prestigious Patriot Award from the Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) department. The honor was presented to Avangrid's Vice President and Chief Security Officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Brian Harrell, Director of Physical Security and U.S. Air Force veteran Roger Hicks and Senior Manager of Physical Security David McGill for going above and beyond to support uniformed team members who serve as a part of the National Guard and Reserve. "The energy sector consistently seeks
Highlights key leadership teams charged with continuing forward progress Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today improved customer service metrics across its operating companies in Maine, New York and Connecticut. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240830620977/en/Avangrid's Vice Presidents of Customer Service with Avangrid CEO Pedro Azagra. (Left to right: Tracey Pelella, Linda Ball, Pedro Azagra, and Christine Alexander) (Photo: Business Wire) "We are making significant improvements in our customer experience and our customers are taking
More than 488,000 solar modules are now installed at True North, will become the largest solar project in Avangrid's portfolio Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, recently installed the final modules at True North Solar, a significant achievement for the 238 MWac (321 MWdc) clean energy project located in Falls County, Texas. Avangrid installed more than 488,000 solar modules at the site over the past several months, accomplishing this milestone ahead of schedule. "This is a major accomplishment and we are proud of the hardworking women and men who are bringing this clean energy project onto the Texas grid," said Pedro Azagr
Recognizes women who are dedicated to breaking barriers in corporate leadership and showing the value of gender parity and racial equity in the workforce This Women's Equality Day, Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, is shining the spotlight on two of its women leaders: Liberna Charles, vice president of talent management and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), and Ruth Thompson, analyst, DEI, who have both been named 2024 Women on the Rise by Paradigm for Parity. This annual recognition honors exceptional women in corporate leadership who are breaking barriers, advancing gender parity and promoting racial equity in the w
New data analytics method at NYSEG and RG&E prioritizes tree work, resulting in the companies removing more danger trees and at a cheaper cost than ever before Analyzes critical data points like historical line performance, the number of customers served, and the number of high-risk trees in the area Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, has launched a new initiative focused on improving reliability and grid resiliency for its electric customers—using data analytics to prioritize proactive tree maintenance. This innovative method, which analyzes potential impact, historical reliability and risk, is being piloted at Avangrid'
Launch "Listen, Understand and Enable" conversations with leaders to continue fostering an Avangrid with everyone, that benefits everyone Avangrid's commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workplace has led to significant advancements over the past years and set the standard for the energy sector Avangrid surpassing national averages with nearly 39% of women in executive positions, and increasing diversity in executive positions by 75% from 2021 numbers After recently elevating its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team to report directly to the CEO, Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) is launching a new initiative to advance its DEI efforts across the organization. Newly appointed
Most customers had their power restored remotely in ten minutes thanks to automated reclosers and remote operated switches Early Sunday morning, joyriding vandals stole an industrial forklift and drove its boom into high voltage transmission lines in the Lewiston-Auburn area, cutting power to nearly 7,000 customers. No one was hurt and police continue to investigate. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240820365118/en/Pictures of the entangled industrial forklift prior to its removal and CMP repairs on Sunday, 8/18/2024 (Photo: Business Wire) Despite this bizarre incident, Central Maine Power (CMP) crews were able t
Avangrid partners with a fifth-generation rancher to graze thousands of sheep at two of the largest Pacific Northwest solar farmsSheep prove effective at limiting the growth of weeds and vegetation, cutting down wildfire risk while replacing the use of gas-powered machinesInterested parties can find selected video b-roll and soundbites in the embedded links
Avangrid (NYSE:AGR) reported quarterly earnings of $0.49 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.36 by 36.11 percent. This is a 133.33 percent increase over earnings of $0.21 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.92 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.72 billion by 11.80 percent. This is a 21.17 percent increase over sales of $1.59 billion the same period last year.
Avangrid (NYSE:AGR) reported quarterly earnings of $0.44 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.41 by 7.32 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.92 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.72 billion by 11.87 percent. This is a 21.17 percent increase over sales of $1.59 billion the same period last year.
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On Wednesday, Dominion Energy, Inc. (NYSE:D) issued a Request for Proposals to assess the feasibility of developing a smaller modular reactor (SMR) at its North Anna site in Virginia. Notably, SMRs offer the same reliability and environmental advantages as traditional nuclear power but with a considerably smaller footprint and reduced upfront capital costs. The RFP represents an initial step in evaluating SMR technology and the North Anna site’s potential to meet Dominion Energy customers’ future energy needs, aligning with the company’s latest Integrated Resource Plan. The company further stated its intention to file for rider recovery of SMR development expenses with the Virginia
Dominion Energy, Inc.‘s (NYSE:D) subsidiary Virginia Electric and Power Company agreed to acquire the Kitty Hawk North Wind offshore wind lease and associated developments (known as CVOW-South) from Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) for $160 million. The transaction value comprises $117 million for the lease acquisition and $43 million for related development cost reimbursement to Avangrid. Notably, the acquisition includes a payment of approximately $3,000 per acre for the nearly 40,000-acre lease. CVOW-South is projected to generate 800 MW of offshore wind generation capacity by the 2030s, providing electricity for 200,000 homes and businesses. Virginia Electric and Power Company is co
Avangrid Also Leading Vineyard Wind 1 Project Delivering Power To 64K Homes In Massachusetts
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Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today the appointment of Nelly Jefferson to Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective September 16. "We are pleased to welcome Nelly to the Avangrid leadership team," said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. "Nelly is a proven leader with a rich history in the clean energy industry. In joining the company, her priority will be to ensure reliable, top quality IT service delivery for all of our operating companies and businesses. I look forward to working together and am confident that her expertise will significantly contribute to our mission of advancing the clean energy transition for
Ignacio Estella to serve as Senior Vice President of DEI, Talent and Innovation Newly formed position reflects Avangrid's commitment to building a diverse pipeline of talent and creating a culture of inclusion Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and a member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today the appointment of Ignacio Estella to senior vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), talent and innovation. This newly formed position will report directly to the Avangrid's CEO, reflecting the company's commitment to building a diverse pipeline of talent and creating a culture of inclusion and unmatched innovation. "For years, Ignacio has recogn
O+M Service Facility and Port in Vineyard Haven Will Serve as Headquarter for the Long-Term Operation of the Nation's First Large-Scale Offshore Wind Project Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), a global leader in green energy investment and in offshore wind development through its affiliate Vineyard Offshore, joined Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey on Martha's Vineyard for a tour of the Operations and Maintenance facilities that will provide long-term support services for the first-in-the-nation Vineyard Wind 1 project. As part of the visit, which took place on Thursday, June 6,
Linda Fulton-Christie, a Revenue Control Specialist who started career with SCG in 1973, retires today Today, Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced the retirement of one of its longest-serving team members, Linda Fulton-Christie, who joined the workforce of Avangrid subsidiary Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG) in 1973. Avangrid CEO Pedro Azagra called Ms. Fulton-Christie to personally thank her for 51 years of service to SCG customers and to wish her well in her retirement. "Across Avangrid's family of companies, the characteristics we are known for – commitment to excellent customer service, cutting-edge innovation, and second
The 13th cohort of FeedMore WNY's free workforce development program, RISE, graduated yesterday, thanks in significant part to a grant from the Avangrid Foundation, the primary philanthropic arm of NYSEG's parent company Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR). The Avangrid Foundation recently awarded a $20,000 grant to FeedMore WNY, $10,000 of which supported the RISE program. The additional $10,000 from the grant was allocated for critical equipment improvements in FeedMore WNY's commissary. "On behalf of our entire team, I want to congratulate all of the RISE graduates on their monumental achievement," said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO. "At Avangrid, we're committed to supporting programs and initiati
New program is effort to recruit future line workers for this critically important field More than 100 students have attended information sessions since the program's launch in late January Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today it has partnered with SUNY Broome Community College and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) to launch a new Lineworker Training Program. The program is off to a strong start and is receiving high interest from students—more than 100 students have already attended information sessions to learn more about enrolling in the program, which focuses on students with no pr
CMP, NYSEG, RG&E, UI, CNG and SCG to donate $2 per new eBill customer, up to $5,000 for each selected nonprofit Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced today a new way for customers to join their company in giving back this holiday season. For every customer that signs up for the company's eBill service during the months of November and December, Avangrid subsidiaries will donate $2, up to a total of $5,000 per organization, to seven local food banks to support food security in Maine, New York and Connecticut. This maximum donation of $35,000 will provide approximately 100,000 total meals across these Avangrid service ar
Iberdrola, Avangrid's parent company, becomes one of the first companies to submit plan in response to Secretary General Guterres request to business leaders Chairman Galán also joins UNICEF Generation Unlimited Global Leadership Council. For more pictures, click here. Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that Avangrid Chairman Ignacio Galán submitted the company's accredited Climate Transition Plan to the UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday September 20, 2023, as the company was recognized as a "first mover and doer" leader at the Climate Ambition Summit, during the UN General Assembly in New Y
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that shareholders overwhelmingly approved all presented proposals at its 2023 Annual Shareholder Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts. With overwhelming participation, approximately 98.5% of the shares present by proxy or in person, the vote indicates strong shareholder support for Avangrid's strategic direction and governance system. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230718682760/en/Ignacio Galán, Chairman of Avangrid's Board of Directors (Photo: Business Wire) The Chairman of Avangrid's Board of Directors
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Homes (NYSE:MTH), the fifth-largest public homebuilder in the U.S., today announced the appointment of Dennis V. Arriola as an independent director to its Board of Directors, as part of its board refreshment process. His appointment brings the Board of Directors to a total of 12. The Board plans to consider Mr. Arriola for appointment to one or more board committees over the course of the next several regularly scheduled board meetings. Mr. Arriola currently serves as an Operating Partner at Sandbrook Capital, a private equity firm focused on transforming energy infrastructure investments. Previously, he was the chief executi
Today Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share on its Common Stock. This dividend is payable October 1, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 2, 2024. About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $45 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, Avangrid has two primary lines of business: networks and renewables. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York an
Avangrid Shareholders to receive $35.75 Per Share Today Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) ("Company," "Avangrid," "we" or "our"), a leading sustainable energy company, and a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. ("Iberdrola"), announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement under which Iberdrola will acquire the remaining 18.4% of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of Avangrid that it does not currently own for $35.75 per share in an all-cash transaction. The $35.75 per share price represents a 11.4% premium over the closing price of Avangrid common stock on March 6, 2024, the last unaffected trading day prior to Avangrid's announcement of recei
Today Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share on its Common Stock. This dividend is payable July 1, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 3, 2024. About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $44 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, Avangrid has two primary lines of business: networks and renewables. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New En
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) posted its fourth quarter & full year 2023 earnings release and presentation in the Investors section of the Company's website. Interested parties can access using the following link: www.avangrid.com. In conjunction with the earnings release, Avangrid will conduct a webcast conference call with financial analysts on Thursday, February 22, 2024, beginning at 9:00 A.M. ET. Avangrid's Executive team will present an overview of the financial results followed by a question-and-answer session. Interested parties, including analysts, investors and the media, may listen to a live audio-only webcast by accessing a link located in the Investors section of Avangrid's web
Today Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share on its Common Stock. This dividend is payable April 1, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 1, 2024. About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $42 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, Avangrid has two primary lines of business: networks and renewables. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New
Only list to recognize America's corporate leaders on business issues prioritized by the public Avangrid ranks 12 overall, earning top marks on ethical leadership, climate change, customer treatment and more Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today was recognized for the fourth consecutive year on the annual JUST 100—a list of America's best corporate citizens published by JUST Capital and its media partner CNBC. This year Avangrid earned the top rank among utilities, up from second in 2023, and improved its overall ranking to 12, up from 45 in 2023, for its commitment to serving its workers, customers, communities, the env
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) will be releasing its fourth quarter & full year 2023 financial results on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, after the market closes in a news release to be posted to the Investors' section of the company's website at www.avangrid.com/wps/portal/avangrid/Investors. The company will issue an advisory news release over Business Wire the evening of February 21st, which will include a link to the financial results news release on the company's website. In conjunction with the earnings release, Avangrid will conduct a webcast conference call with financial analysts on Thursday, February 22, 2024, beginning at 9:00 A.M. ET. Avangrid's Executive team will present an overvie
Developers Have Hired 937 Union Members to Date, With More Jobs Coming in 2024 Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), a global leader in green energy investment and in offshore wind development through its affiliate Vineyard Offshore, today submitted the second annual report to the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) entitled, "Vineyard Wind 1 Impact on Jobs and Economic Output." The report finds that the Vineyard Wind 1 Project, a joint venture between Avangrid and CIP, has already created 937 union jobs through two years of construction, delivering nearly double of t
Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) posted its third quarter 2023 earnings release and presentation in the Investors section of the Company's website. Interested parties can access using the following link: www.avangrid.com. In conjunction with the earnings release, Avangrid will conduct a webcast conference call with financial analysts on Thursday, October 26, 2023, beginning at 10:00 A.M. ET. Avangrid's Executive team will present an overview of the financial results followed by a question and answer session. Interested parties, including analysts, investors and the media, may listen to a live audio-only webcast by accessing a link located in the Investors section of Avangrid's website at http:
Today Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per share on its Common Stock. This dividend is payable January 2, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 1, 2023. About Avangrid: Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE:AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $42 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, Avangrid has two primary lines of business: networks and renewables. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and
Janney downgraded AVANGRID from Neutral to Sell and set a new price target of $35.00
KeyBanc Capital Markets upgraded AVANGRID from Underweight to Sector Weight
Mizuho upgraded AVANGRID from Underperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $39.00 from $47.00 previously
KeyBanc Capital Markets downgraded AVANGRID from Sector Weight to Underweight and set a new price target of $40.00
Siebert Williams Shank initiated coverage of AVANGRID with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $57.00
Mizuho reiterated coverage of Avangrid with a rating of Underperform and set a new price target of $42.00 from $47.00 previously
Janney downgraded AVANGRID from Buy to Neutral
Wells Fargo downgraded Avangrid from Overweight to Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $48.00 from $60.00 previously
Mizuho downgraded Avangrid from Neutral to Underperform and set a new price target of $47.00
Mizuho reiterated coverage of Avangrid with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $48.00 from $53.00 previously
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