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Exelon’s PECO Retreat: Smart Affordability Move Or Regulatory Warning?

Exelon Corporation reported adjusted operating earnings of $0.91 per share for the first quarter of 2026, slightly below the prior year’s $0.92 per share but marginally ahead of internal expectations, due mainly to favorable weather conditions and timing factors. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 operating earnings guidance in the range of $2.81 to $2.91 per share, aiming to achieve the midpoint or better. Exelon’s utilities maintained industry-leading reliability metrics despite weather-related challenges this spring, with ComEd notably ranking in the top decile for reliability. The company highlighted ongoing disciplined execution and adaptability, focusing on safety, operational excellence, and balancing customer affordability with long-term infrastructure investment. Significant regulatory and legislative developments shaped Exelon’s activity. In Pennsylvania, PECO withdrew recently filed electric and gas rate cases based on stakeholder feedback emphasizing customer affordability and timing considerations.