Public Service Enterprise Group Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 1/6
Public Service Enterprise Group has a total shareholder equity of $17.3B and total debt of $24.3B, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 140.2%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $57.9B and $40.6B respectively. Public Service Enterprise Group's EBIT is $3.3B making its interest coverage ratio 3.7. It has cash and short-term investments of $404.0M.
Key information
140.18%
Debt to equity ratio
US$24.26b
Debt
| Interest coverage ratio | 3.7x |
| Cash | US$404.00m |
| Equity | US$17.30b |
| Total liabilities | US$40.64b |
| Total assets | US$57.95b |
Recent financial health updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • May 08
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated Just Recorded A 15% Revenue Beat: Here's What Analysts Think
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated ( NYSE:PEG ) just released its first-quarter report and things are looking...Seeking Alpha • Apr 02
Public Service Enterprise Group: The Upside Remains Uncompelling
Summary Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG) is fundamentally strong but trades at an unjustified premium near 20x P/E versus its 15x historical average. PEG's $26B CapEx plan through 2029 faces regulatory and funding risks, especially given New Jersey's strict cost recovery environment. I see limited upside at current prices; my price target remains $62/share, with a 'Sell' rating due to poor risk/reward and likely flat or negative returns. PEG's dividend yield is below the risk-free rate, and current valuation offers little margin for error or capital appreciation. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Feb 25
PEG: Mixed Street Views And LIPA Extension Will Shape Future Risk Reward
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Public Service Enterprise Group by $0.53 to reflect updated fair value estimates and slightly revised assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples, while recent Street research shows a mix of target cuts and upgrades across the utilities sector. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Public Service Enterprise Group reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting ratings and targets as they reassess valuation, earnings power, and exposure to sector specific themes such as data center demand and political risk.Narrative Update • Feb 11
PEG: Mixed Ratings And Contract Extension Will Shape Future Risk Reward
The updated analyst price target for Public Service Enterprise Group reflects a small downward revision of about $0.24. Analysts are balancing slightly softer revenue growth assumptions against marginally higher profit margin and discount rate inputs, as well as a mixed set of recent rating and target changes from major firms.Narrative Update • Jan 27
PEG: Storage Alignment And Regulatory Execution Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Public Service Enterprise Group by about $0.65 to roughly $88.85. The change reflects updated assumptions around fair value, discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples following a mix of recent upgrades, downgrades and target changes across the Street.Narrative Update • Jan 11
PEG: Data Center Demand And Storage Alignment Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their price targets on Public Service Enterprise Group higher into a band around the low to mid $80s to low $100s, citing valuation support along with expectations for steadier revenue growth, slightly stronger profit margins and a modestly lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Public Service Enterprise Group points to a mix of optimism around valuation support and growth opportunities, balanced by some caution around regulation and project visibility.Analysis Article • Jan 03
There's Reason For Concern Over Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated's (NYSE:PEG) Price
With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 19x in the United States, you could be forgiven for...Narrative Update • Dec 17
PEG: Data Center Demand And Regulation Will Drive Future Upside
Our updated fair value estimate for Public Service Enterprise Group edges down by approximately $1 to $89.50 per share, as analysts temper margin assumptions and valuation multiples, while still highlighting supportive sector tailwinds, constructive regulation and improving growth prospects relative to peers. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on Public Service Enterprise Group reflects a generally constructive stance on the company within a utilities sector that many see as structurally undervalued, but with some caution around near term regulatory and political noise.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Data Center Demand And New Jersey Infrastructure Will Unlock Value
Analysts maintained their consensus price target for Public Service Enterprise Group at $90.61, balancing optimism about the company’s long-term nuclear and renewables prospects with concerns over brief utility underperformance and ongoing regulatory negotiations. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlighted PSEG’s long-term nuclear portfolio advantages as underappreciated by the market, contributing to upward target revisions.Analysis Article • Aug 19
These 4 Measures Indicate That Public Service Enterprise Group (NYSE:PEG) Is Using Debt Extensively
NYSE:PEG 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Public Service Enterprise Group's Fair Values from the Community and...Analysis Article • Jul 14
Estimating The Fair Value Of Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated (NYSE:PEG)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Public Service Enterprise Group is US$78.96 based on Dividend Discount Model...Seeking Alpha • Apr 21
Public Service Enterprise Group: Hard To Make A Case For The Stock At The Current Price
Summary Public Service Enterprise Group is New Jersey's largest utility, serving 2.4 million electric and 1.9 million natural gas customers, with a focus solely on New Jersey. Public Service Enterprise Group's lower yield compared to peers suggests potential for higher earnings growth, but its historical GAAP earnings growth is modest. The company plans to invest $21-$24 billion from 2025-2029, aiming for a 5%-7% non-GAAP operating earnings growth, though past performance shows limited GAAP growth. Currently, Public Service Enterprise Group appears overvalued compared to peers, with higher price-to-book ratios and price-to-earnings growth ratios, making it a less attractive buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 03
Public Service Enterprise: Look Elsewhere For Value
Summary Despite decent performance in recent years, Public Service Enterprise Group is a sell due to high capex commitments, single-state risks, an unimpressive dividend, and a premium valuation. Alternatives like Consolidated Edison offer much better risk-adjusted returns, offering stable cash flows, higher dividend yields, and more favorable entry points. While there's no harm for existing shareholders to hold on to past gains, new investors should consider more favorable options in the Multi-Utilities space. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 07
PEG: Positioned To Profit From AI And Nuclear Power
Summary Public Service Enterprise Group or PSEG is the largest utility in New Jersey, serving 2.4 million electric and 1.9 million natural gas customers. Despite a lower dividend yield than peers, PSEG has delivered a 62.88% total return over the past five years, outperforming its peers. PSEG's growth is driven by infrastructure investments, rate base expansion, and the increasing demand for nuclear power from technology companies. The company has a rock-solid balance sheet that compares quite well with other large utility companies. PSEG's stock is currently expensive relative to peers, but its strong growth prospects make it an attractive buy on any dips. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 21
Public Service Enterprise Group: Revisiting The Growth Thesis
Summary Public Service Enterprise Group is the largest electric and natural gas utility in New Jersey, with its service territory encompassing most of the state. PEG stock yields 3.22%, lower than some peers, but increases dividends annually, potentially offering higher yields in the future. The company's net debt and net interest expenses have been rising, which has been putting pressure on the company's ability to grow its earnings. The company could see its net income surge over the next few years if the Federal Reserve really does cut interest rates and the company starts refinancing its new debt. The balance sheet remains strong, but the stock appears overvalued. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 28
Public Service Enterprise Group: A Deserved Valuation Premium, But Shares Near Fair Value
Summary Utilities sector is underperforming the S&P 500 by almost 30 percentage points in 2023. Public Service Enterprise is one of the sector's outperformers, with solid long-term earnings growth outlook and high yield. PEG's valuation is somewhat high, but positive catalysts and potential EPS growth in the future justify the premium. I outline key price levels to watch ahead of its Q4 2023 earnings report due out early next year. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaFinancial Position Analysis
Short Term Liabilities: PEG's short term assets ($4.4B) do not cover its short term liabilities ($4.6B).
Long Term Liabilities: PEG's short term assets ($4.4B) do not cover its long term liabilities ($36.1B).
Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Debt Level: PEG's net debt to equity ratio (137.8%) is considered high.
Reducing Debt: PEG's debt to equity ratio has increased from 107.1% to 140.2% over the past 5 years.
Debt Coverage: PEG's debt is not well covered by operating cash flow (14.5%).
Interest Coverage: PEG's interest payments on its debt are well covered by EBIT (3.7x coverage).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/21 09:31 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/21 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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Analyst Sources
Public Service Enterprise Group Incorporated is covered by 29 analysts. 17 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Gary Hovis | Argus Research Company |
| Daniel Ford | Barclays |
| Nicholas Campanella | Barclays |