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PSEG’s $4.2 Billion Grid Plan: Can Infrastructure Drive The Next Leg?

Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) reported a solid start to 2026 with first quarter net income of $1.48 per share and non-GAAP operating earnings of $1.55 per share, both reflecting growth from the prior-year period. The utilities segment, PSE&G, delivered increased earnings driven by ongoing investments in infrastructure modernization and energy efficiency, supported by colder-than-normal winter weather and a gradual increase in customer base. PSE&G managed peak winter conditions effectively, restoring service to nearly all customers within 24 hours after severe storms, demonstrating operational resilience. The company invested approximately $800 million in the first quarter toward its 2026 capital expenditure plan of roughly $4.2 billion, emphasizing upgrades to gas infrastructure and grid modernization. Energy conservation initiatives were advanced through demand response programs and smart meter-driven time-of-use rates designed to reduce peak energy use.