Juno Beach, Fla. – September 17, 2026 -- NextEra Energy said it is targeting the high end of its 2026 adjusted earnings per share guidance range of $3.92 to $4.02, as senior executives prepare to meet investors through early October to detail growth prospects tied to its pending combination with Dominion Energy.
NextEra confirms 8%+ annual EPS growth through 2032 off a $3.71 base
The Juno Beach, Florida-based utility holding company reaffirmed a compound annual growth rate of 8%+ in adjusted earnings per share through 2032, using 2025 adjusted EPS of $3.71 as the baseline. NextEra said it is targeting the same 8%+ growth rate for the 2032-to-2035 period.
Dividend growth set at roughly 10% through 2026, then 6% through 2028
NextEra reiterated plans to grow dividends per share at approximately 10% annually through 2026, calculated off a 2024 base, before slowing to 6% per year from year-end 2026 through 2028.
Dominion Energy deal expected to close in second half of 2027
NextEra continues to expect its proposed combination with Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) will be immediately accretive to adjusted earnings per share upon closing, targeted for the second half of 2027. The combined entity is projected to deliver 9%+ adjusted EPS growth through 2032, with the same growth rate targeted through 2035, both measured against the 2025 base of $3.71.
Dominion Energy filed a definitive proxy statement/prospectus with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2026, outlining additional risks associated with the transaction and the combined company's structure.
Florida Power & Light remains core asset serving 12 million customers
NextEra's largest subsidiary, Florida Power & Light Company, supplies electricity to approximately 12 million people across Florida. The company also operates NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, described as the largest energy infrastructure development company in the United States, spanning natural gas, nuclear, renewables and battery storage.