MDU

MDU Resources Group is upgraded to a cautious Buy, supported by regulatory wins, renewable investments, and pipeline project momentum. MDU delivered higher net income despite revenue declines, reaffirming FY 2026 EPS guidance of $0.93–$1.00 and targeting 6–8% long-term EPS growth. Recent regulatory outcomes, a 3.6% dividend hike, and progress on the Bakken East pipeline underpin MDU's improved outlook.

MDU Resources plans $3.1B in capital investments through 2030 to expand its rate base, meet demand and support 6-8% long-term earnings growth.

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BISMARCK, N.D., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) has increased the quarterly dividend on the company's common stock to 14.5 cents per share, for an annualized dividend of 56 cents per share.

MDU Resources Group, Inc. (MDU) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

MDU's Q2 earnings rise 28.6% and beat estimates as revenues increase and key infrastructure projects advance.

MDU Resources (MDU) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.09 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.08 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.07 per share a year ago.

Consolidated net income of $21.3 million, up 55.5% from the same quarter last year Earnings per share of $0.10, up 42.9% year-over-year Continued progress on proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project 2026 guidance reaffirmed; earnings per share in the range of $0.93 to $1.00 BISMARCK, N.D., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) today announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, highlighting continued execution across its regulated utility and pipeline businesses, progress on key growth initiatives and increasing infrastructure opportunities driven by customer growth and emerging demand trends.