{
  "id": 9139486,
  "title": "Argus lowers Exelon stock price target on interest rate pressure",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/argus-lowers-exelon-stock-price-target-on-interest-rate-pressure",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-22T12:30:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/analyst-ratings/argus-lowers-exelon-stock-price-target-on-interest-rate-pressure-93CH-4910766"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Argus, an analyst firm, has reduced its price target for Exelon Corp. (NASDAQ:EXC) from $52 to $49, while keeping their Buy rating. The decreased price target is attributed to higher interest rates putting pressure on the utility stock. Exelon provides electricity and natural gas to over 10 million customers across five states, including major cities such as Chicago, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. The company transformed into a transmission-focused utility after spinning off its competitive energy business in 2022. Exelon has been enjoying favorable rate case decisions and has rate cases in progress in various regions. Management anticipates earnings growth of 5% to 7% for the company's utilities through 2029. The business operates cleaner transmission and has a focus on hydropower, which provides tax benefits. Exelon has a history of consistent dividend growth, increasing its dividend by about 5% annually, and currently offers an above-average yield of 4%. The stock is currently trading at $41.98, close to its 52-week low of $41.84, although market analysis suggests it may be slightly overvalued. The company has a strong track record of maintaining dividend payments for 56 consecutive years. According to InvestingPro Tips, the utility sector is expected to respond positively to a declining interest rate environment. Exelon reported adjusted operating earnings of $0.43 per share in Q2 2026, below Wall Street's estimate of $0.48, while revenue surpassed expectations at $5.97 billion. Despite the earnings miss, Exelon maintained its full-year earnings outlook. Bank of America recently reviewed the U.S. power and utilities sector, noting that 12 out of 14 companies they cover beat earnings estimates, with eight exceeding forecasts, two falling short, and four aligning with expectations. The growth was attributed to rate relief and construction-related earnings offsetting increased costs. The sector is still viewed positively by Bank of America.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}