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CenterPoint Energy (CNP)

(Delayed Data from NYSE)

$38.87 USD

38.87
4,968,903

+0.27 (0.70%)

Updated Aug 7, 2025 04:00 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.75%
2Buy17.82%
3Hold9.58%
4Sell5.28%
5Strong Sell2.61%
S&P50011.30%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

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The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

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  • Growth Score A
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  • VGM Score A

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As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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C Value D Growth B Momentum D VGM

Industry Rank:

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An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Top 35% (85 out of 244)

Industry: Utility - Electric Power

Zacks News

Incorporated in 2002, Houston, TX-based CenterPoint Energy Inc. is a domestic energy delivery company that provides electric transmission & distribution, natural gas distribution and competitive natural gas sales and services operations. The company maintains the wires, poles and electric infrastructure serving more than 2.5 million metered customers in the greater Houston area and in southwestern Indiana. CenterPoint Energy also owns and operates nearly 1,300 megawatts of electric generation capacity in Indiana. The company also owns a 54.1% limited partner interest in Enable Midstream Partners, a publicly traded master limited partnership it jointly controls with OGE Energy Corp.

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WEC Energy (WEC) Rewards Shareholders With 7.1% Dividend Hike

WEC Energy's (WEC) board of directors approves a 7.1% increase in the quarterly dividend rate. The company is aiming for dividend growth in the 5-7% range over the long term.

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National Fuel Gas' (NFG) Cost Control, CAPEX Plans Bode Well

While National Fuel Gas' (NFG) efforts to reduce its operating expenses along with capital investment plans are positives, its heavy reliance on its arms remains a concern.

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Zacks.com featured highlights include: PepsiCo, Lennar, Diamondback Energy, Huntington Bancshares and CenterPoint Energy

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Invest in These 5 Top Stocks With Attractive Sales Growth

Sales growth is a key indicator of a company's health and ability to sustain business. Let's check PepsiCo (PEP), Lennar (LEN), Diamondback Energy (FANG), Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) & CenterPoint Energy (CNP) as these are likely to record robust sales growth.

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Why You Should Add MGE Energy (MGEE) to Your Portfolio Now

MGE Energy's (MGEE) solid fundamentals along with efficient management of debts make it an attractive bet right now.

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3 Utility Picks to Tap Likely Rise in Electricity Consumption

Electricity consumption in the United States seems poised to rise, making it prudent to invest in names like CenterPoint Energy (CNP) and MGE Energy (MGEE)

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NiSource's (NI) Systematic Capital Investments Bode Well

NiSource's (NI) strong liquidity position along with planned capital expenditures will likely enhance its existing operations.

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4 Reasons to Add CenterPoint Energy (CNP) to Your Portfolio

CenterPoint Energy (CNP) makes a strong case for investment, courtesy of its ongoing investments, customer additions and its better return on investment compared with its industry average.

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Xcel Energy (XEL) to Redeem 2.4% Senior Notes Worth $400M

Xcel Energy (XEL) to redeem $400 million worth senior notes in February, carrying a 2.4% interest and due Mar 15.

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CNP vs. WEC: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?

CNP vs. WEC: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

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NRG Energy (NRG) Completes Acquisition, Raises 2021 View

NRG Energy (NRG) hikes its 2021 guidance, taking into consideration the benefits of Direct Energy acquisition.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Broadcom, Infosys, Blackstone Group, Equifax and CenterPoint Energy

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Broadcom, Infosys, Blackstone Group, Equifax and CenterPoint Energy

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Top Analyst Reports for Broadcom, Infosys & Blackstone

Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Broadcom Inc. (AVGO), Infosys Limited (INFY) and The Blackstone Group Inc. (BX).

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Why Is CenterPoint (CNP) Up 0.8% Since Last Earnings Report?

CenterPoint (CNP) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

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CenterPoint Energy (CNP) Q3 Earnings Beat, Revenues Fall Y/Y

CenterPoint Energy's (CNP) revenues in the third quarter decline 2.2% year over year due to lower revenues from the utility and non-utility segment.

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CenterPoint Energy (CNP) Beats Q3 Earnings Estimates

CenterPoint (CNP) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 6.25% and -0.15%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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Utility Stock Q3 Earnings Roster for Nov 5: DUK, D & More

Total Q3 earnings of Utility stocks are expected to drop 1.4% year over year on 2% lower revenues

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What's in Store for CenterPoint Energy's (CNP) Q3 Earnings?

CenterPoint Energy's (CNP) Q3 earnings are likely to have been negatively impacted by storm activities and the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Earnings Preview: CenterPoint Energy (CNP) Q3 Earnings Expected to Decline

CenterPoint (CNP) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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What's in Store for American Electric (AEP) in Q3 Earnings?

American Electric's (AEP) Q3 earnings are expected to have been hurt by strong storm activities. However, the sale performance is likely to have been favorable.

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Utilities Prepare as Hurricane Delta Nears the U.S. Gulf Coast

With Louisiana and its Utilities still recovering from Hurricane Laura's disastrous effects, another storm like Hurricane Delta with an estimated wind speed of 125 mph can be expected to leave a sizeable impact.

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Why Is CenterPoint (CNP) Down 2% Since Last Earnings Report?

CenterPoint (CNP) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Entergy, American Electric Power and CenterPoint Energy

The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Entergy, American Electric Power and CenterPoint Energy

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Hurricane Laura Devastates Louisiana: 3 Utilities in Focus

More than 843,000 customers in Texas and Louisiana suffer power outage due to Hurricane Laura.

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Is CenterPoint Energy (CNP) a Great Stock for Value Investors?

Is CenterPoint Energy (CNP) a great pick from the value investor's perspective right now? Read on to know more.