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NorthWestern Corporation (NWE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/27/2025: NWE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
10 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $61.6
1 Year Target Price $61.6
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 2.04% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.81B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.9 | 1Y Target Price 61.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.9 | 1Y Target Price 61.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10 | Beta 0.41 | 52 Weeks Range 48.64 - 62.43 | Updated Date 10/27/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 48.64 - 62.43 | Updated Date 10/27/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.20% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.67 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-23 | When - | Estimate 0.7532 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 14.76% | Operating Margin (TTM) 17.72% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.73% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.9 | Forward PE 14.58 | Enterprise Value 6691762151 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.49 |
Enterprise Value 6691762151 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.49 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.38 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.14 | Shares Outstanding 61395619 | Shares Floating 61006602 |
Shares Outstanding 61395619 | Shares Floating 61006602 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.55 | Percent Institutions 101.04 |
Upturn AI SWOT
NorthWestern Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
NorthWestern Corporation, doing business as NorthWestern Energy, traces its roots back to the late 19th century. Founded originally as a holding company, it has evolved to become a significant provider of electricity and natural gas in the Upper Midwest and Northwest regions of the United States.
Core Business Areas
- Electricity: NorthWestern Energy generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to approximately 776,000 customers.
- Natural Gas: NorthWestern Energy distributes natural gas to approximately 568,000 customers.
Leadership and Structure
NorthWestern Corporation's leadership consists of a board of directors and an executive management team. The organizational structure is departmentalized by function (e.g., operations, finance, customer service) and geographic region.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Electricity Distribution: Provides electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Competitors include other regional utilities and alternative energy providers. Specific market share data is difficult to pinpoint due to regional variations, but NWE is a major player in its service territory, with a large customer base and regulated territory.
- Natural Gas Distribution: Provides natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Competitors include other regional utilities. Similar to electricity, NWE holds a significant share in its service area.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The utility industry is characterized by regulated markets, infrastructure investments, and increasing focus on renewable energy. Demand is generally stable but can be impacted by economic conditions and weather patterns.
Positioning
NorthWestern Corporation is a regulated utility operating in Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska and Wyoming, focusing on providing reliable energy services. Its competitive advantages include its established infrastructure and customer base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for electricity and natural gas in NorthWestern Energy's service territories is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. NorthWestern Energy captures a portion of this TAM through its regulated utility operations. Precise data on TAM varies year to year based on prices and demand.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Regulated utility business provides stable revenue
- Established infrastructure
- Large customer base in its service territories
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on regulatory approvals
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Capital-intensive business
- Geographic concentration
Opportunities
- Investments in renewable energy projects
- Expansion of service territories
- Infrastructure upgrades and modernization
- Potential for energy efficiency programs
Threats
- Changes in regulatory environment
- Increased competition from alternative energy providers
- Economic downturn impacting demand
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)
- Black Hills Corporation (BKH)
- IDACORP Inc. (IDA)
Competitive Landscape
NorthWestern Corporation operates in a competitive landscape with other regional utilities. Its competitive advantage includes its regulated business model and established infrastructure. Disadvantages may include its geographic concentration and reliance on regulatory approvals.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth data needs to be retrieved from past financial statements.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives typically include investments in renewable energy, infrastructure improvements, and expansion of services.
Summary
NorthWestern Corporation operates as a regulated utility, providing stable revenue streams but facing regulatory and commodity price risks. Its strengths include established infrastructure and a large customer base. Future growth opportunities lie in renewable energy and infrastructure upgrades, while potential threats include regulatory changes and competition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Actual results may vary.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About NorthWestern Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Sioux Falls, SD, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-12-28 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Brian B. Bird | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric | Full time employees 1585 | |
Full time employees 1585 | |||
NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc., doing business as NorthWestern Energy, provides electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and various industrial customers. It generates, purchases, transmits, and distributes electricity; and produces, purchases, stores, transmits, and distributes natural gas, as well as owns municipal franchises to provide natural gas service in the communities. The company operates 6,596 miles of electric transmission and 18,794 miles of electric distribution lines with approximately 396 transmission and distribution substations; and 2,133 miles of natural gas transmission and 5,221 miles of natural gas distribution lines with approximately 135 city gate stations in Montana. It also operates 1,349 miles of electric transmission and 2,386 miles of electric distribution lines in South Dakota with approximately 123 transmission and distribution substations; and 55 miles of natural gas transmission, 1,796 miles of natural gas distribution lines in South Dakota, and 830 miles of natural gas distribution lines Nebraska. The company provides electricity and/or natural gas to approximately 787,000 customers in Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Yellowstone National Park. NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. was founded in 1923 and is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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