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How NiSource’s (NI) New Amazon and Alphabet Data Center Deals Have Changed Its Investment Story

NiSource Inc. (NI) reported Q2 2026 adjusted earnings that beat estimates but declined year-over-year. The company secured regulatory approvals for data center contracts with Amazon and Alphabet, expected to save customers $1.4B. NiSource reaffirmed its 2026 earnings guidance and plans significant capital investments, tying growth to data center demand and grid modernization. The stock projects $8.4B revenue and $1.3B earnings by 2029, a 21% upside from current prices.

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Published Sep 5, 2026, 7:40 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$NIBullishMed
01

Why it matters

The approvals could improve cash flow and earnings outlook, but reliance on gas‑heavy capital spending introduces risk.

02

Market read

The contract approvals provide a fresh catalyst for NI, potentially affecting utility and tech‑infrastructure sectors.

03

What to watch

Potential regulatory pushback on gas‑focused capital plan could offset contract benefits.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: as of Sep 5 2026

Background

NiSource (NYSE:NI) is a regulated natural‑gas and electric utility that recently secured data‑center contracts with Amazon and Alphabet.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$NIBullishHigh confidence
Context

NiSource received Indiana regulator approval for Amazon and Alphabet data‑center contracts delivering about $1.4 billion in bill savings.

Expected impact

Potential upside as investors price in higher long‑term revenue and earnings growth.

Evidence & confidence

The contracts are sizable and represent a new revenue stream for a regulated utility, likely to be factored into the stock valuation.

Market effects

Sector

Highlights growing utility exposure to data‑center demand, may influence other regulated utilities.

Regional

Positive for Indiana utility sector and related infrastructure stocks.

Global

Shows tech‑company demand for power, relevant to global energy and data‑center markets.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

If regulators later curb gas‑heavy investments, the contracts may not translate into earnings.

Key entities

  • Company
    NiSource

    Regulated utility receiving data‑center contracts.

  • Company
    Amazon

    Data‑center customer of NiSource.

  • Company
    Alphabet

    Data‑center customer of NiSource.

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