Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)

US — Utilities Sector
Peers: ATO  AWR  BKH  CPK  NJR  SR  UGI 

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol NWN
  • Rev/Share 30.5886
  • Book/Share 36.0466
  • PB 1.1722
  • Debt/Equity 1.6891
  • CurrentRatio 0.6816
  • ROIC 0.0327

 

  • MktCap 1729852092.0
  • FreeCF/Share -4.4998
  • PFCF -9.4964
  • PE 16.5671
  • Debt/Assets 0.426
  • DivYield 0.0464
  • ROE 0.0748

 

  • Rating B-
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 1
  • P/B Score 4
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

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News

Dividend Kings: 2 Ideal Buys In 25 "Safer" Of 56 September Dogs
ABM, ADM, ADP, BKH, CDUAF, CWT, FTS, GRC, HRL, HTO, KO, KVUE, MGEE, MO, MSEX, NFG, NWN, PPG, RLI, SCL, SWK, TGT, TR, UBSI, UVV
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The Dividend Kings list now includes 56 stocks, but only a select few offer fair value and strong yields relative to share price. Five top-yielding Dividend Kings—UVV, CDUAF, NWN, UBSI, and KVUE—currently meet my ideal of annual dividends exceeding share price. Analyst targets suggest these top-yield Kings could deliver net gains of 16% to 75% by September 2026, with lower volatility than the market.

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Buy These 4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Navigate Market Volatility
ATO, FTS, NWN, OGE
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

ATO, OGE, FTS and NWN stand out as low-beta utility stocks offering steady earnings growth and solid dividend yield.

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Northwest Natural: Dividend King With A Strong 4.7% Yield
NWN
Published: September 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural is a Dividend King with 69 years of consecutive increases, and one of the highest yields among its peers. Recent underperformance is largely due to higher interest rates, but a coming rate cut cycle could boost utility valuations. Growth prospects are improving, driven by Oregon's shift toward development and expansion in high-growth water utility markets.

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Northwest Natural Has Value, Growth, And Yield
NWN
Published: September 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural Holding Company is a diversified utility with a long dividend track record, offering a well-covered 4.7% yield and strong income appeal. Recent acquisitions and organic growth, especially in Texas, drive robust customer growth and support potential 5-7% annual EPS growth. It carries a strong balance sheet, A- credit rating, and ample liquidity, supporting ongoing capital investment and dividend safety.

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5 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Bank on as Consumer Confidence Shrinks
ATO, CSV, FTS, INGR, NWN
Published: September 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

With consumer confidence waning, ATO, FTS, NWN, INGR and CSV stand out as low-beta defensive plays with growth and dividend strength.

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Are Investors Undervaluing Northwest Natural (NWN) Right Now?
NWN
Published: August 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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Northwest Natural (NWN) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?
NWN
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural (NWN) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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ATO or NWN: Which Utility Stock Is Better Positioned for Investors?
ATO, NWN
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Rising gas usage is fueling demand for stronger pipeline networks, putting both ATO and NWN in the spotlight.

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Is Northwest Natural (NWN) Stock Undervalued Right Now?
NWN
Published: August 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
NWN
Published: August 05, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE:NWN ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call August 5, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Justin B. Palfreyman - President, CEO & Director Nikki Sparley - Director of Investor Relations & Treasury Raymond J.

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4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Buy as Fed Keeps Interest Rates Steady
FTS, IDA, NWN, OGS
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

As rate cuts stall and market volatility returns, low-beta utility stocks like OGS, FTS, NWN and IDA offer steady upside.

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4 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Buy on Over Rate Cut Uncertainty
ETR, FTS, INGR, NWN
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Amid Fed uncertainty and high inflation, low-beta stocks like ETR, FTS, NWN and INGR offer stable growth and solid yields.

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Jefferies Predicts 3 Rate Cuts: 4 High-Yield Dividend Kings to Front-Run the Fed
CDUAF, MO, NWN, UVV
Published: July 22, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Investors love dividend stocks, especially those with high yields, because they provide a substantial income stream and offer significant total return potential.

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Should Value Investors Buy Northwest Natural (NWN) Stock?
NWN
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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What Makes Northwest Natural (NWN) a New Strong Buy Stock
NWN
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural (NWN) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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Here's Why You Should Add NWN Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
NWN
Published: July 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, liquidity and capability to increase shareholders' value.

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3 Reasons Why Growth Investors Shouldn't Overlook Northwest Natural (NWN)
NWN
Published: July 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural (NWN) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.

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Are Investors Undervaluing Northwest Natural (NWN) Right Now?
NWN
Published: July 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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4 Gas Distribution Stocks Worth Adding in a Flourishing Industry
ATO, NWN, OGS, UGI
Published: June 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Rising natural gas export volumes and consistent investment in pipeline infrastructure are strengthening the near-term outlook for the Zacks Utility - Gas Distribution industry. Utilities with stable infrastructure like ATO, UGI, OGS and NWN are well-poised to gain.

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Northwest Natural: Undervalued With A Great Dividend
NWN
Published: June 24, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

NWN offers a compelling mix of value and income, trading well below its historical valuation with a 4.8% dividend yield and 69 years of growth. It has robust customer growth and its SiEnergy acquisition in Texas positions NWN for continued expansion and earnings growth. NWN's stable balance sheet, A- credit rating, and regulatory-driven growth support reliable cash flow and long-term return potential.

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Is Northwest Natural (NWN) a Solid Growth Stock? 3 Reasons to Think "Yes"
NWN
Published: June 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural (NWN) could produce exceptional returns because of its solid growth attributes.

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3 Recession-Resistant Dividend Kings With High Yields
MO, NWN, PEP
Published: June 06, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative

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Should Value Investors Buy Northwest Natural (NWN) Stock?
NWN
Published: June 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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NW Natural Holdings Closes Acquisition of Texas Natural Gas Utility
NWN
Published: June 03, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SiEnergy Operating, LLC (SiEnergy), a wholly owned subsidiary of Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) (NW Natural Holdings), has completed the acquisition of 100% of the capital stock of Hughes Gas Resources, Inc. (Hughes) from EPCOR USA Inc. for $60 million. Hughes serves approximately 6,900 connections in 12 communities northeast of Houston and is expected to have a rate base of approximately $46 million at the end of 2025. With a similar business mod.

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Northwest Natural (NWN) Forms 'Hammer Chart Pattern': Time for Bottom Fishing?
NWN
Published: May 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Northwest Natural (NWN) witnesses a hammer chart pattern, indicating support found by the stock after losing some value lately. This coupled with an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions could mean a trend reversal for the stock in the near term.

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Stifel Has Big Second-Half Stock Market Concerns: 5 Defensive Value Dividend Stocks Buys
ABT, MDLZ, MO, NWN, ZBH
Published: May 20, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral

If there is one voice on Wall Street that we always listen to, it is Stifel's Barry Bannister, and with good reason.

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4 of the Highest-Yielding Dividend Kings Are Crushing the S&P 500
CDUAF, MO, NWN, UVV
Published: May 08, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Investors love dividend stocks, especially high-yield varieties, because they offer a significant income stream and have substantial total return potential.

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Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
NWN
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Northwest Natural Holding Company (NYSE:NWN ) Q1 2025 Conference Call May 6, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Nikki Sparley - Director of IR David Anderson - CEO Ray Kaszuba - SVP & CFO Justin Palfreyman - President Operator Thank you. Thank you all for attending.

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Buy 3 "Safer" Dividend Kings Of 25 From May's 55
ADM, ADP, BDX, BKH, CDUAF, CWT, ED, FRT, FTS, HRL, KO, KVUE, MO, MSEX, NFG, NWN, PEP, PPG, RLI, SCL, SWK, SYY, TGT, UBSI, UVV
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The May collection of Dividend Kings grew to 55, with Automatic Data Processing and RLI Corporation joining, despite two companies dropping off for not increasing dividends. Six top-yield Dividend Kings, including Altria and Canadian Utilities, are now fairly priced, with annual dividends from $1K investments exceeding their single-share prices. Analysts predict net gains of 14.7% to 56.86% for the top ten Dividend Kings by yield for the coming year, based on target prices. Among the 55 Dividend Kings, 16 show negative free cash flow margins, making them cash-poor and unsafe for investment.

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Northwest Natural (NWN) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
NWN
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Northwest Natural (NWN) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.28 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.09 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.69 per share a year ago.

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About Northwest Natural Holding Company (NWN)

  • IPO Date 1990-03-26
  • Website https://www.nwnaturalholdings.com
  • Industry Regulated Gas
  • CEO Justin B. Palfreyman
  • Employees 1452

Northwest Natural Holding Company, through its subsidiary, Northwest Natural Gas Company, provides regulated natural gas distribution services to residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation customers in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The company also operates 5.7 billion cubic feet of the Mist gas storage facility contracted to other utilities and third-party marketers; offers natural gas asset management services; and operates an appliance retail center. In addition, it engages in the gas storage, water, non-regulated renewable natural gas, and other investments and activities. The company provides natural gas service through approximately 786,000 meters in Oregon and southwest Washington; and water services to a total of approximately 80,000 people through approximately 33,000 water and wastewater connections in the Pacific Northwest and Texas. Northwest Natural Holding Company was founded in 1859 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.