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SSE lifts networks investment as earnings track within guidance

Story Highlights
  • SSE forecasts 2025/26 adjusted EPS of 147–152p, supported by strong operations and a major investment drive.
  • Networks capex is up about 60% and renewables output 10%, with £3.5bn invested and solid liquidity maintained.
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SSE lifts networks investment as earnings track within guidance

Meet Samuel – Your Personal Investing Prophet

An announcement from SSE ( (GB:SSE) ) is now available.

SSE expects adjusted earnings per share for 2025/26 in the range of 147 to 152 pence, underpinned by strong operational performance as it advances its £33bn five-year investment programme. The company’s regulated networks arm is set to deliver about a 60% year-on-year rise in capital expenditure, driven mainly by transmission projects, with five of 11 major schemes now under construction and most key consents secured.

Renewable generation output is forecast at around 14.5TWh, roughly 10% higher than last year, reflecting growing capacity despite mixed weather conditions. Group capital investment should reach about £3.5bn with adjusted net debt and hybrid capital just over £10bn and liquidity above £5bn, leaving SSE confident in its financial position while it monitors geopolitical risks and implements Ofgem’s RIIO-T3 price control for transmission.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:SSE) stock is a Hold with a £2777.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on SSE stock, see the GB:SSE Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on SSE Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, SSE is a Outperform.

SSE’s overall score is driven by a strong strategic investment plan and positive technical indicators. However, financial performance concerns, particularly in cash flow management, and a relatively high valuation temper the outlook. The company’s proactive corporate events and earnings call insights provide a positive strategic direction, supporting a favorable long-term view.

To see Spark’s full report on SSE stock, click here.

More about SSE

SSE plc is a UK-based energy company focused on electricity networks and renewable generation, operating regulated transmission and distribution businesses alongside a growing portfolio of low-carbon assets. The group is pursuing a £33bn five-year investment plan aimed at expanding grid infrastructure and increasing renewable capacity to support the energy transition.

Average Trading Volume: 3,308,770

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £31.28B

Learn more about SSE stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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