Latest quarter
Con Edison reported Q2 FY2026 revenue of $4.1 billion, above the $3.7 billion consensus. Adjusted earnings per share were $0.83, compared with the consensus estimate of $0.74.
Revenue rose from $3.6 billion a year earlier, while diluted earnings per share increased to $0.83 from $0.68. Con Edison earns utility revenue primarily from regulated delivery services, including electricity and gas delivered to customers who choose other suppliers.
Gross margin declined to 74.2% from 76.4% a year earlier. Operating margin, which reflects operating expenses as well as revenue, rose to 13.6% from 9.87%.
The company reported free cash flow of $394.0 million for the quarter, down from $569.0 million in Q2 FY2025. Con Edison also operates a steam business in parts of Manhattan and invests in electric transmission projects.
| Q2 FY2026 | Q2 FY2025 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $4.1 billion | $3.6 billion | 13.2% |
| Diluted EPS | $0.83 | $0.68 | 22.1% |
| Gross margin | 74.2% | 76.4% | −2.2 percentage points |
| Operating margin | 13.6% | 9.87% | 3.7 percentage points |
| Free cash flow | $394.0 million | $569.0 million | −30.8% |
| Against the consensus | Reported | Consensus | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjusted EPS | $0.83 | $0.74 | Beat by 12.2% |
| Revenue | $4.1 billion | $3.7 billion | Beat by 8.66% |
Adjusted EPS is the figure the consensus estimates, not the GAAP EPS above.
What management said on the call
An earnings call was not available for this period. In its filing, Con Edison said its utilities were using flexible payment arrangements and targeted communications as part of efforts to reduce aged receivables.
Guidance
CECONY updated its forecast for average annual firm peak gas demand from an increase to a decrease. O&R lowered its forecast for average annual summer peak electric demand growth, citing a reduced outlook for electric vehicle adoption and fewer large-load interconnection requests.
| Metric | For | Guide | Previous guide | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS, non-GAAP | FY2026 | $6.00–$6.20 | — | New |