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National Grid (NGG) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$67.83
+0.68 (+1.01%)
(As of 03/27/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$66.57
$67.88
50-Day Range
$63.69
$68.80
52-Week Range
$56.40
$74.48
Volume
302,265 shs
Average Volume
424,811 shs
Market Capitalization
$50.46 billion
P/E Ratio
N/A
Dividend Yield
3.48%
Price Target
N/A

National Grid MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
N/A
Upside/​Downside
N/A
Short Interest
Healthy
0.38% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
N/A
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
7.75%
From $4.26 to $4.59 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

1.06 out of 5 stars

Utilities Sector

80th out of 89 stocks

Natural Gas Transmission Industry

17th out of 18 stocks

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About National Grid Stock (NYSE:NGG)

National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and gas. The company operates through UK Electricity Transmission, UK Electricity Distribution, UK Electricity System Operator, New England, New York, National Grid Ventures, and Other segments. The UK Electricity Transmission segment provides electricity transmission and construction work services in England and Wales. The UK Electricity Distribution segment offers electricity distribution services in Midlands, and South West of England and South Wales. The UK Electricity System Operator segment provides balancing services for supply and demand of electricity on Great Britain's electricity transmission system; and acts as an agent on behalf of transmission operators. The New England segment offers electricity and gas distribution, and electricity transmission services in New England. The New York segment provides electricity and gas distribution, and electricity transmission services in New York. The National Grid Ventures segment provides transmission services through electricity interconnectors and LNG importation at the Isle of Grain, as well as sale of renewables projects. The Other segment engages in the leasing and sale of commercial property, as well as insurance activities in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

NGG Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 1/11 Dividend
11/22/2023
Dividend Payable
1/11/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Fiscal Year End
3/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Utilities
Industry
Natural gas transmission
Sub-Industry
N/A
Employees
31,275
Year Founded
1990

Profitability

Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$26.31 billion
Cash Flow
$6.64 per share
Book Value
$45.33 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
$50.46 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.64

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Key Executives

  • Mr. John Pettigrew FEI (Age 56)
    FIET, CEO & Executive Director
    Comp: $3.07M
  • Mr. Andrew Jonathan Agg (Age 55)
    CFO & Executive Director
    Comp: $2M
  • Mr. Shannon J. Soland
    Interim Group Chief Information & Digital Officer
  • Mr. Nicholas James Ashworth C.F.A.
    Director of Investor Relations
  • Ms. Justine Campbell (Age 54)
    Group General Counsel & Company Secretary
  • Mr. William Serle
    Chief People & Culture Officer
  • Mr. David Wright
    Group Chief Engineer
  • Ms. Alice Kyne Delahunty (Age 43)
    President of UK Electricity Transmission
  • Mr. Benjamin Hollis Wilson (Age 50)
    Chief Strategy & Regulation Officer
  • Ms. Sarah Orban Salati
    Chief Commercial Officer of NGV North East Team

Should I Buy National Grid Stock? NGG Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of National Grid was last updated on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 11:26 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in National Grid plc:

  • National Grid proposes £58bn decarbonisation blueprint, indicating a strong commitment to sustainability and meeting government targets.
  • Investment in nuclear power plants like Sizewell C and Hinkley Point can provide stable and reliable energy sources for the company.
  • Connection of an extra 21GW of offshore wind demonstrates a focus on renewable energy, aligning with the global shift towards clean energy.
  • Stock price has shown resilience and potential growth, reflecting positive market sentiment towards the company's future prospects.
  • Diversified business segments across different regions provide stability and reduce risks associated with a single market.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in National Grid plc for these reasons:

  • Heavy investment requirements for decarbonisation projects may impact short-term profitability and cash flow.
  • Regulatory uncertainties in the energy sector could lead to changes in policies affecting National Grid's operations and financial performance.
  • Dependency on government support and regulations for renewable energy projects may introduce political risks to the investment.
  • Volatility in energy prices and demand could influence the company's revenue streams and profitability.
  • Competitive landscape with other energy providers may limit National Grid's market share growth and pricing power.

NGG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell National Grid stock right now?

5 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for National Grid in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 hold rating and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" NGG shares.
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How have NGG shares performed in 2024?

National Grid's stock was trading at $67.99 at the beginning of the year. Since then, NGG stock has decreased by 0.2% and is now trading at $67.83.
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How often does National Grid pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for National Grid?

National Grid declared a semi-annual dividend on Friday, November 10th. Stockholders of record on Friday, November 24th will be paid a dividend of $1.1899 per share on Thursday, January 11th. This represents a dividend yield of 5.8%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, November 22nd.
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Is National Grid a good dividend stock?

National Grid (NYSE:NGG) pays an annual dividend of $2.36 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 3.47%.
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What ETFs hold National Grid's stock?

ETFs with the largest weight of National Grid (NYSE:NGG) stock in their portfolio include Invesco International Dividend Achievers ETF (PID).Constrained Capital ESG Orphans ETF (ORFN).

What other stocks do shareholders of National Grid own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other National Grid investors own include National Grid (NG), AT&T (T), Verizon Communications (VZ), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), Pfizer (PFE), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Intel (INTC), Cisco Systems (CSCO), General Electric (GE) and Duke Energy (DUK).

Who are National Grid's major shareholders?

National Grid's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Federated Hermes Inc. (0.40%), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.22%), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.22%), Royal Bank of Canada (0.19%), Envestnet Asset Management Inc. (0.17%) and Raymond James & Associates (0.17%).

How do I buy shares of National Grid?

Shares of NGG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NYSE:NGG) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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