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Entergy Corporation(ETR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ETR
10/09/2026: ETR (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Entergy Corporation is a major regulated electric utility serving the Gulf Coast region. The company is known for its stable, rate-regulated business model, which provides predictable cash flows ideal for dividend-focused investors. Its primary opportunity lies in meeting the growing electricity demand from industrial expansion and grid modernization in its service territory. However, the company faces notable risks, particularly regarding infrastructure damage from severe weather and the complexities of multi-state regulatory environments. It is best suited for income-oriented or defensive investors who can look past potential short-term volatility caused by storm restoration costs and ongoing capital expenditure needs.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | Entergy is a mature utility company, not a high-growth technology or innovation-led firm. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Utility stocks typically lack the rapid price appreciation cycles sought by momentum investors. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The stock is often valued as a stable utility play, offering steady returns rather than deep-value discounts. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company has a consistent history of dividend payments attractive to income-focused investors. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | As a regulated utility, it provides lower volatility and essential services, suitable for defensive portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Low | Regulated utility revenues are generally stable, leading to lower stock price beta compared to the broader market. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Utility valuations are sensitive to interest rate shifts, which impact the relative attractiveness of dividend yields. |
| Competition risk (Regional Utility) | Low | The company operates in protected, regulated service territories with natural monopoly characteristics. |
| Business quality | Strong | Entergy benefits from an essential service model with high barriers to entry. |
| Dividend income | Strong | The company's commitment to shareholder returns via dividends is a core component of the investment thesis. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Large infrastructure projects and storm recovery efforts carry inherent budget and timeline management challenges. |
Price Behavior

Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 83.59% | Avg. Invested days 62 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 49.12B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 26.29 | 1Y Target Price 122.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 26.29 | 1Y Target Price 122.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.0M shares | Beta 0.45 | 52 Weeks Range 89.25 - 117.74 | Updated Date 10/11/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 89.25 - 117.74 | Updated Date 10/11/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.46% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.91 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Regulated Utility Operations | Generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in AR, LA, MS, and TX. | The vast majority of revenue comes from delivering electricity to residential and industrial customers at state-approved rates. |
| Geography: Gulf Coast | Service territory with high industrial concentration. | The company's performance is tied to the health of the Gulf Coast economy and industrial energy demand. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 26.29 | Forward PE 19.57 | Enterprise Value 78.18B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.64 |
Enterprise Value 78.18B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.64 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.8 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.26 | Shares Outstanding 477.78M | Shares Floating 464.48M |
Shares Outstanding 477.78M | Shares Floating 464.48M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.22 | Percent Institutions 97.93 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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