MGE Energy, Inc.

NasdaqGS:MGEE Stock Report

Market Cap: US$3.3b

MGE Energy Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

MGE Energy's CEO is Jeff Keebler, appointed in Mar 2017, has a tenure of 9.33 years. total yearly compensation is $3.61M, comprised of 22% salary and 78% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.022% of the company’s shares, worth $739.20K. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 7.6 years and 8.3 years respectively.

Key information

Jeff Keebler

Chief executive officer

US$3.6m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage22.02%
CEO tenure9.3yrs
CEO ownership0.02%
Management average tenure7.6yrs
Board average tenure8.3yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Analysis Article • Feb 16

Is MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Using Too Much Debt?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article • Dec 15

At US$80.19, Is It Time To Put MGE Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGEE) On Your Watch List?

MGE Energy, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MGEE ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during...
Analysis Article • Nov 21

Are Investors Undervaluing MGE Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGEE) By 34%?

Key Insights MGE Energy's estimated fair value is US$122 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity MGE Energy's...
Analysis Article • Jul 23

Here's Why MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Analysis Article • Jul 07

MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Ticks All The Boxes When It Comes To Earnings Growth

The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...
Analysis Article • Jun 24

An Intrinsic Calculation For MGE Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:MGEE) Suggests It's 36% Undervalued

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, MGE Energy fair value estimate is US$139 MGE Energy's US$89.48...
Analysis Article • Apr 07

Does MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article • Mar 20

Investors Met With Slowing Returns on Capital At MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE)

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article • Feb 22

Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over MGE Energy, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MGEE) P/E Ratio

MGE Energy, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:MGEE ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 28.1x might make it look like a strong sell...
Seeking Alpha • Jan 30

MGE Energy: Now Is Not The Time To Buy (Rating Downgrade)

Summary Last summer, MGE Energy announced a dividend increase for the 49th consecutive year. The company upped its five-year capital investment outlook. MGEE enjoys an AA- credit rating from S&P on a stable outlook. Shares of the electric and gas utility appear to be slightly overvalued. MGEE looks positioned to post approximately 5% annual total returns through 2026. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Dec 05

MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article • Nov 05

MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has Some Way To Go To Become A Multi-Bagger

What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...
Analysis Article • Sep 30

What MGE Energy, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MGEE) P/E Is Not Telling You

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 18x, you may...
Analysis Article • Aug 19

These 4 Measures Indicate That MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Is Using Debt Extensively

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Seeking Alpha • Aug 16

MGE Energy: Buy This Dividend Champion While It's On Sale

Summary MGE Energy is a Dividend Champion, closing in on the vaunted Dividend King title. The electric and gas utility is forecasting significant investments over the next several years to keep up with electric load growth. MGEE's interest coverage ratio was nearly 5 through the first half of 2024. Shares appear to be priced at an 8% discount to their fair value. MGEE could deliver 35% cumulative total returns to shareholders by the end of 2026, in my view. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Aug 01

MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Ideally, a...
Analysis Article • Jul 01

MGE Energy, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MGEE) Share Price Not Quite Adding Up

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 22.4x MGE Energy, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MGEE ) may be sending bearish signals at...
Analysis Article • May 24

Do MGE Energy's (NASDAQ:MGEE) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Seeking Alpha • May 14

MGE Energy: Now No Longer A Hidden Gem Utility

Summary Since my buy rating in March, shares of MGE Energy have soared 29%. The company's operating revenue dipped as diluted EPS surged higher in the first quarter. MGEE's interest coverage ratio was very strong in the first quarter, supporting an AA- credit rating from S&P on a stable outlook. The electric and gas utility's shares could still be 10% undervalued. MGEE could have a realistic path to double-digit annual total returns through 2026. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • May 03

MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...
Analysis Article • Apr 13

Investors Met With Slowing Returns on Capital At MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE)

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article • Mar 25

MGE Energy, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MGEE) Business Is Trailing The Market But Its Shares Aren't

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 23.7x MGE Energy, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MGEE ) may be sending bearish signals at...
Seeking Alpha • Mar 01

MGE Energy: Buy This State Utility Now

Summary The Madison, Wisconsin metropolitan area is a service area that utilities dream of servicing. Madison Gas and Electric Company or MGE Energy should have vigorous diluted EPS growth ahead in 2024 and 2025. The company's balance sheet enjoys an AA- credit rating from S&P on a stable outlook. Shares of MGE Energy could be trading 22% below fair value. The electric and gas utility could be set up for healthy total returns over the next decade. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Dec 20

MGE Energy, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MGEE) Business Is Trailing The Market But Its Shares Aren't

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 22x MGE Energy, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MGEE ) may be sending bearish signals at the...
Analysis Article • Nov 28

Slowing Rates Of Return At MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Leave Little Room For Excitement

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...
Analysis Article • Nov 07

Here's Why MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article • Sep 14

Here's Why MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors

The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...
Analysis Article • Aug 24

MGE Energy's (NASDAQ:MGEE) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.4275

The board of MGE Energy, Inc. ( NASDAQ:MGEE ) has announced that the dividend on 15th of September will be increased to...
Analysis Article • Aug 01

MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward

Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? Firstly, we'll want...
Analysis Article • Jul 13

We Think MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Analysis Article • Apr 26

Here's What To Make Of MGE Energy's (NASDAQ:MGEE) Decelerating Rates Of Return

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. One common approach is to try and...
Analysis Article • Apr 07

Is MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Using Too Much Debt?

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...
Analysis Article • Mar 11

Here's Why MGE Energy (NASDAQ:MGEE) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Jeff Keebler's remuneration changed compared to MGE Energy's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

US$143m

Dec 31 2025US$4mUS$796k

US$136m

Sep 30 2025n/an/a

US$135m

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

US$131m

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

US$128m

Dec 31 2024US$2mUS$758k

US$121m

Sep 30 2024n/an/a

US$119m

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

US$116m

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

US$120m

Dec 31 2023US$3mUS$711k

US$118m

Sep 30 2023n/an/a

US$119m

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

US$115m

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

US$108m

Dec 31 2022US$2mUS$672k

US$111m

Sep 30 2022n/an/a

US$103m

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

US$104m

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

US$105m

Dec 31 2021US$3mUS$643k

US$106m

Sep 30 2021n/an/a

US$108m

Jun 30 2021n/an/a

US$105m

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

US$101m

Dec 31 2020US$3mUS$620k

US$92m

Sep 30 2020n/an/a

US$93m

Jun 30 2020n/an/a

US$92m

Mar 31 2020n/an/a

US$89m

Dec 31 2019US$2mUS$592k

US$87m

Compensation vs Market: Jeff's total compensation ($USD3.61M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD6.98M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Jeff's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.

CEO

Jeff Keebler (54 yo)

9.3yrs
Tenure
US$3,613,508
Compensation

Mr. Jeffrey M. Keebler, also known as Jeff, serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Madison Gas and Electric Company since March 1, 2017 and has been its Chairman of the Board since October 01,...

Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Jeffrey Keebler
President9.3yrsUS$3.61m0.022%
$ 739.2k
Jared Bushek
Executive VP5.8yrsUS$1.46m0.0060%
$ 196.6k
Cari Renlund
VP, General Counsel & Secretary10.7yrsUS$1.06m0.0062%
$ 203.5k
James J. Lorenz
Vice President of Energy Operationsno dataUS$987.20k0.0073%
$ 239.4k
Jenny Lagerwall
Assistant VP of Accounting & Controller2.3yrsno data0.00080%
$ 26.3k
Ken Frassetto
Director of Shareholder Services & Treasury Managementno datano datano data
7.6yrs
Average Tenure
52yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: MGEE's management team is seasoned and experienced (7.6 years average tenure).

Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Jeffrey Keebler
President9.3yrsUS$3.61m0.022%
$ 739.2k
Gary Wolter
Director26.5yrsUS$170.00k0.057%
$ 1.9m
James Berbee
Independent Director8.3yrsUS$170.00k0.024%
$ 774.1k
Londa Dewey
Independent Director18.4yrsUS$170.00k0.018%
$ 586.4k
Daniel Kelly
Independent Director2.3yrsUS$170.00k0.0023%
$ 76.1k
James Possin
Lead Independent Director16.7yrsUS$194.66k0.017%
$ 564.0k
Patricia Ackerman
Independent Director2.3yrsUS$182.85k0.0018%
$ 60.3k
Angela Rieger
Independent Director2.3yrsUS$170.00k0.0023%
$ 76.1k
Marcia Anderson
Independent Director8.3yrsUS$182.50k0.0082%
$ 269.7k
Noble Wray
Independent Director4.8yrsUS$170.00k0.0055%
$ 179.8k
8.3yrs
Average Tenure
65yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: MGEE's board of directors are considered experienced (8.3 years average tenure).

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/09 21:26
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/09 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

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Analyst Sources

MGE Energy, Inc. is covered by 7 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
David ParkerBaird
Julien Dumoulin-SmithBofA Global Research
Nathan BatesD.A. Davidson & Co.