$WEC

Wisconsin's construction industry added 10,500 jobs in the past year, driven by data center projects. Microsoft and Meta are building data centers, with Microsoft's project employing 3,000 union workers at its peak. WEC Energy Group is investing in power infrastructure to support these data centers, creating 3,000 jobs. Manufacturing jobs increased by 1,200, with companies like Generac and Modine benefiting from data center demand.

We Energies seeks a 14%-16% rate increase, citing higher fuel costs and reliability investments. The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) advocates for a smaller increase, noting Wisconsin's heating costs are rising due to natural gas, propane, and heating oil price hikes. Both gubernatorial candidates propose reforms to the Public Service Commission to address energy affordability and reliability.

WEC Energy Group (WEC), a large-cap utility company, has underperformed the Dow Jones, down 12.3% from its 52-week high. Its Q2 2026 revenue missed estimates, though adjusted EPS beat them. WEC expects full-year earnings of $5.51-$5.61 per share. Analysts rate it a 'Moderate Buy' with a $121.31 price target. WEC trades below its 200-day and 50-day moving averages.

The U.S. Court of Appeals overturned a DOE order to keep the J.H. Campbell coal plant in Michigan open, potentially saving Wisconsin ratepayers $117 million. The plant's operator, Consumers Energy, spent $295 million to keep it running. The DOE argued closure could cause electricity shortages. The court ruled the DOE lacked authority to force the plant's operation. Wisconsin ratepayers still owe over $1 billion in costs for retired coal plants.

EDF received environmental approval for EPR2 reactor units at Gravelines, France. EDF and Westinghouse were awarded design study contracts for new Dutch nuclear plants. Egypt's El Dabaa nuclear plant reported progress, including dry shielding installation at its third unit.

Citi analyzed 30-day implied volatility for utility stocks ahead of Q3 2026. PG&E, NRG Energy, Constellation Energy, Edison International, and Ormat Technologies showed elevated levels. NRG Energy's volatility increased, while others declined. Consolidated Edison had the lowest volatility. Legislative outcomes and policy uncertainty influenced volatility levels.

We Energies signed a 20-year deal to buy electricity from the Point Beach nuclear plant, pending PSC approval. The agreement aims to reduce fuel costs, which are currently high under the existing contract with NextEra Energy. We Energies expects fuel savings for customers. The plant supplies 86% of its energy to We Energies, and the deal may impact ratepayers and tech companies in Wisconsin.

We Energies and NextEra Energy agreed to extend power purchases from the Point Beach Nuclear Plant to 2053, pending regulatory approval. The deal involves WEC Energy Group and NextEra Energy.

WEC Energy Group's Wisconsin Electric Power unit agreed to buy 86% of the capacity and energy from Point Beach Nuclear Plant's two units for 20 years, starting from 2030 and 2033. The deal, pending Wisconsin PSC approval, is expected to save customers money. According to the company, the agreement extends through 2050 and 2053 for each unit, respectively.

WEC ENERGY GROUP, INC. (WEC) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2026 ____________________ Commission File Number Reg