Consolidated Edison, Inc.

NYSE:ED Stock Report

Market Cap: US$39.2b

Consolidated Edison Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 5/6

Consolidated Edison has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 9.1%, while the Integrated Utilities industry saw earnings growing at 7.5% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.6% per year. Consolidated Edison's return on equity is 8.4%, and it has net margins of 12.5%.

Key information

9.13%

Earnings growth rate

8.73%

EPS growth rate

Integrated Utilities Industry Growth5.10%
Revenue growth rate4.59%
Return on equity8.42%
Net Margin12.52%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha Mar 26

Consolidated Edison: A Defensive Allocation, But Return Expectations Remain Moderate

Summary Consolidated Edison, Inc. trades at 1.64x book value and 19.48x earnings, reflecting fair valuations without signs of mispricing. ED's per share book value grew identically with price returns at around ~4% CAGR over ten years, with a total return CAGR of ~7.5%. Forward expectations suggest ED might return identical to past performances at around ~6.5%-7.5%, unless we see a decline in interest rates leading to multiple expansion. ED therefore is rated as a hold at present. The market price at current is fairly valued in terms of return prospects and the predictability offered by the business. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jan 31

Consolidated Edison (NYSE:ED) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At $0.8875

Consolidated Edison, Inc. ( NYSE:ED ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 16th of...
Analysis Article Jan 07

A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:ED)

Key Insights Consolidated Edison's estimated fair value is US$99.72 based on Dividend Discount Model Current share...
Analysis Article Sep 04

Consolidated Edison (NYSE:ED) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Analysis Article Jul 15

Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:ED)

Key Insights The projected fair value for Consolidated Edison is US$104 based on Dividend Discount Model Current share...
Analysis Article Jun 30

Consolidated Edison, Inc.'s (NYSE:ED) Price Is Out Of Tune With Earnings

It's not a stretch to say that Consolidated Edison, Inc.'s ( NYSE:ED ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 18.7x...
Analysis Article May 31

The Returns At Consolidated Edison (NYSE:ED) Aren't Growing

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...
Seeking Alpha Apr 15

Consolidated Edison Keeps The Lights On While Investors Sleep Well At Night

Summary Consolidated Edison offers stability with predictable income due to its status as a government-sanctioned monopoly in a densely populated region. Despite a decline in net income, the company maintains strong adjusted earnings and a consistent dividend growth streak of 51 years. Future growth is driven by investments in clean energy infrastructure, smart grid technologies, and EV charging stations. Consolidated Edison is a reliable, low-beta investment for income investors seeking steady dividends and long-term stability. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Nov 13

Consolidated Edison: Potential High-Single-Digit Returns With Low Risk

Summary Consolidated Edison, a monopoly utility in NYC, is rated a Buy due to expected earnings growth and its status as a Dividend King. Despite a recent 5% share price dip, Con Edison’s Q3 earnings beat estimates, and the company revised its 2024 EPS guidance upward. Compared to peers, Con Edison’s net income margin and ROE lag, but its dividend yield remains competitive, making it attractive for income investors. While future price targets vary, Con Edison’s low-risk profile and consistent dividend growth make ED stock a solid choice for conservative investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Oct 11

Consolidated Edison: New York City Isn't Going Anywhere

Summary Utilities, despite their 'boring' reputation, offer stable returns and act as a great inflation hedge, with many companies showing incredible long-term performance. ConEd's regulated monopoly in NYC ensures stable & growing revenue and operating income, making it a reliable long-term investment with a high single-digit ROE. The bullish outlook on NYC's sustained economic growth supports ConEd's potential for continued demand and stable returns over the long haul. We rate ConEd a 'Buy' for truly long-term oriented investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jul 28

Why Consolidated Edison Is Expensive For What It Offers

Summary I invest in utilities, including Enel, National Grid, Black Hills, and Northwestern Natural, with a goal to increase exposure. Utilities offer safe investment potential for value-conscious dividend investors seeking a 12-15% annualized rate of return. I updated my thesis on Consolidated Edison, a solid utility with sound fundamentals but valuation issues, leading to a "HOLD" rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha May 13

Consolidated Edison: Below-Sector EPS Growth, Mixed Momentum Trends

Summary The S&P 500 Utilities sector has performed well recently, with the XLU ETF up 10% in the past month. The latest narrative permeating Wall Street desks is that utilities may offer exposure to the artificial intelligence theme. But I see shares of Consolidated Edison as fairly valued today, and though ED features a decent chart, a durable breakout is not yet seen. After a strong Q1 beat, I highlight key levels on the chart to monitor. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Feb 27

Consolidated Edison: Dividends Keep Growing But At A Minimal Rate

Summary Consolidated Edison is a utility company that distributes electricity, gas, and steam energy to about 4 million people in New York. The company has been making big investments in clean energy, mostly driven by new rules and regulations. It has a 50-year history of dividend hikes, but most of the hikes in recent years have been very small 2-3% raises. It has a decent and safe 3.8% yield, but don't expect any aggressive dividend growth. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Consolidated Edison makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:ED Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 2617,2152,156-7050
31 Dec 2516,9182,023-7700
30 Sep 2516,5932,036-7110
30 Jun 2516,1541,936-6580
31 Mar 2515,7791,891-6120
31 Dec 2415,2561,820-5510
30 Sep 2415,0311,844-1,1270
30 Jun 2414,8111,783-9910
31 Mar 2414,5351,806-6900
31 Dec 2314,6632,519-7450
30 Sep 2315,2502,375-3540
30 Jun 2315,5422,461-3630
31 Mar 2316,0132,491-4550
31 Dec 2215,6701,660-3540
30 Sep 2215,0541,6941380
30 Jun 2214,5031,6191380
31 Mar 2214,0591,529190
31 Dec 2113,6761,3461380
30 Sep 2113,2211,165440
30 Jun 2112,9411,120150
31 Mar 2112,6891,1451670
31 Dec 2012,2461,1012030
30 Sep 2012,2371,353790
30 Jun 2012,2691,3321620
31 Mar 2012,2941,2941290
31 Dec 1912,5741,343810
30 Sep 1912,5721,3792050
30 Jun 1912,5351,3421930
31 Mar 1912,4871,3781480
31 Dec 1812,3371,3821700
30 Sep 1812,3491,5562890
30 Jun 1812,2321,5782470
31 Mar 1812,1691,5652060
31 Dec 1712,0331,5251630
30 Sep 1711,7791,22600
30 Jun 1711,9861,26600
31 Mar 1712,1471,32300
31 Dec 1612,0751,2452050
30 Sep 1612,0751,21500
30 Jun 1612,1001,14600
31 Mar 1612,0941,13300
31 Dec 1512,5541,19300
30 Sep 1512,6751,09900
30 Jun 1512,6231,10700

Quality Earnings: ED has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: ED's current net profit margins (12.5%) are higher than last year (12%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: ED's earnings have grown by 9.1% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: ED's earnings growth over the past year (14%) exceeds its 5-year average (9.1% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: ED earnings growth over the past year (14%) exceeded the Integrated Utilities industry 10.2%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: ED's Return on Equity (8.4%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/11 15:49
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/11 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Consolidated Edison, Inc. is covered by 24 analysts. 13 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Jacob KilsteinArgus Research Company
Daniel FordBarclays
Nicholas CampanellaBarclays