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Txnm Energy Inc.: Q4 FY2025 earnings call

What management said about Q4 FY2025, from the documents filed with the SEC on 27 February 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 7 new, 1 kept. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Ongoing EPS fell to $2.33: Ongoing diluted EPS was $2.33 for 2025 against $2.74 for 2024. GAAP diluted EPS was $1.48 against $2.67. Ongoing net earnings were $238.9 million against $247.8 million. Source
  • PNM ongoing EPS $1.35 against $2.16: PNM ongoing diluted EPS was $1.35 against $2.16, and GAAP $0.85 against $2.12. Rate relief and higher retail load were more than offset by lower weather-related usage and higher O&M and depreciation. Source
  • TNMP ongoing EPS $1.42 against $1.15: TNMP ongoing diluted EPS was $1.42 against $1.15, and GAAP $1.21 against $1.14. Rate recovery through DCRF and TCOS, House Bill 5247 revenues and higher retail load were partly offset by higher depreciation, property tax and interest. Source
  • Forward sales and mid-2025 share issuance: Shares issued under 2024 forward sales agreements of $150 million, plus shares issued in June and August 2025 for $800 million of proceeds, reduced GAAP and ongoing EPS. Source
  • FERC and PUCT approvals in February: Approvals were received from FERC and the PUCT in February 2026. Source
  • TNMP base rate case filed: TNMP asked the PUCT to recover $2.8 billion of rate base as of June 30, 2025, at a requested 10.4% return on equity and 47.54% equity ratio. Source

“PNM and TNMP continue to grow and we remain focused on meeting our customer needs across New Mexico and Texas”

Don Tarry, President and CEO of TXNM Energy

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
TNMP base rate request, rate base Sourcerate base as of June 30, 2025$2.8 billionNew
TNMP base rate request, return on equity Sourcerate proceeding filed November 14, 202510.4%New
TNMP base rate request, equity ratio Sourcerate proceeding filed November 14, 202547.54%New
TNMP new base rates effective date Sourcemid-2026mid-2026New
Blackstone transaction closing Sourcesecond half of 2026second half of 2026Kept
PNM 2026 Integrated Resource Plan filing Source2026on or before September 1, 2026New
PNM economic development project cost SourceSenate Bill 170 projects$165.5 millionNew
PNM 345 kV transmission line cost SourceAlbuquerque area project$247 millionNew

What changed from last quarter

  • Guidance kept: The company again does not plan to issue 2026 earnings guidance during the pending transaction, consistent with the prior release. Source
  • New: FERC and PUCT approvals were received in February 2026; the prior release listed them as pending after applications filed in August 2025. Source
  • New: The Federal Communications Commission cleared the transaction and the Hart-Scott-Rodino waiting period expired; both were listed as required in the prior release. Source
  • New: TNMP filed a general base rate proceeding on November 14, 2025, which the prior release did not include. Source
  • New: PNM filed an application on December 29, 2025 for two economic development projects under Senate Bill 170. Source
  • New: PNM filed a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity application on February 25, 2026 for a 345 kV transmission line. Source
  • New: The second 2025 DCRF filing, made in July 2025, was approved and implemented in the fourth quarter. Source
  • New: PNM started its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan in the fourth quarter of 2025. Source

2025 results and fourth quarter

  • Ongoing EPS fell to $2.33: Ongoing diluted EPS was $2.33 for 2025 against $2.74 for 2024. GAAP diluted EPS was $1.48 against $2.67. Ongoing net earnings were $238.9 million against $247.8 million. Source
  • Unrealized investment losses in 2025: GAAP 2025 included $3.4 million of net unrealized losses on investment securities, compared with $2.7 million of net unrealized gains in 2024. These items are excluded from ongoing earnings. Source
  • 2024 regulatory disallowances in GAAP: GAAP 2024 included $9.2 million of regulatory disallowances, which are excluded from ongoing earnings. Source
  • Fourth-quarter ongoing earnings up: Fourth-quarter ongoing earnings were $53.5 million, or $0.48 per diluted share, against $27.2 million, or $0.30, a year earlier. Fourth-quarter GAAP net loss attributable to TXNM was $9.8 million. Source

PNM and TNMP segment earnings

  • PNM ongoing EPS $1.35 against $2.16: PNM ongoing diluted EPS was $1.35 against $2.16, and GAAP $0.85 against $2.12. Rate relief and higher retail load were more than offset by lower weather-related usage and higher O&M and depreciation. Source
  • TNMP ongoing EPS $1.42 against $1.15: TNMP ongoing diluted EPS was $1.42 against $1.15, and GAAP $1.21 against $1.14. Rate recovery through DCRF and TCOS, House Bill 5247 revenues and higher retail load were partly offset by higher depreciation, property tax and interest. Source
  • Holding company loss narrowed: Corporate and Other ongoing loss was $0.44 per diluted share against $0.57, and GAAP loss was $0.58 against $0.59. Lower interest expense on lower debt balances is the cited driver. Source

“Our proposed transaction with Blackstone Infrastructure will provide the necessary capital to support this growth and New Mexico's transition to clean energy.”

Don Tarry, President and CEO of TXNM Energy

Load and customer base

  • TNMP peak demand up 28%: Management said TNMP supported a 28% increase in system peak demand. Source
  • PNM 80% carbon-free energy: Management said PNM delivered 80% carbon-free energy in 2025. Source
  • Customer base above 800,000: The release describes TXNM as delivering energy to more than 800,000 homes and businesses across Texas and New Mexico. Source

Costs, interest and pension charge

  • Electric revenue rose to $2.17 billion: Electric operating revenues were $2,165.6 million against $1,971.2 million in 2024. Source
  • Cost of energy rose to $716.0 million: Cost of energy was $716.0 million against $584.0 million. Administrative and general costs were $274.5 million against $247.1 million. Source
  • Depreciation rose with new capital: Depreciation and amortization was $425.6 million against $384.9 million. The release links higher depreciation to new capital investments at PNM and TNMP. Source
  • Interest charges rose 19%: Interest charges were $271.5 million against $228.1 million in 2024. Source
  • Pension settlement charge in GAAP: The 2025 GAAP results include a $58.8 million pension settlement charge tied to a previously disposed gas distribution business, which is excluded from ongoing earnings. Source

“We look forward to bringing the benefits of this transaction to our customers and communities.”

Don Tarry, President and CEO of TXNM Energy

Equity issuance and share count

  • Forward sales and mid-2025 share issuance: Shares issued under 2024 forward sales agreements of $150 million, plus shares issued in June and August 2025 for $800 million of proceeds, reduced GAAP and ongoing EPS. Source
  • Diluted share count rose: Average diluted shares were 102,392,046 in 2025, against 90,590,573 in 2024. Source
  • Planned-transaction costs by segment: Planned-transaction costs were $43.1 million in 2025: $1.6 million at PNM, $23.1 million at TNMP and $18.4 million at Corporate and Other. Source

Blackstone transaction progress

  • FERC and PUCT approvals in February: Approvals were received from FERC and the PUCT in February 2026. Source
  • FCC clearance and HSR expiry: The Federal Communications Commission cleared the transaction, and the Hart-Scott-Rodino waiting period expired without objections. Source
  • Agreement price of $61.25: Affiliates of Blackstone Infrastructure agreed on May 19, 2025 to acquire TXNM common stock at $61.25 per share. Source
  • NRC and NMPRC approvals pending: Approvals from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission are still being pursued. Source

Rate cases and capital filings

  • TNMP base rate case filed: TNMP asked the PUCT to recover $2.8 billion of rate base as of June 30, 2025, at a requested 10.4% return on equity and 47.54% equity ratio. Source
  • Hurricane Beryl costs in rate request: The rate request also seeks $20.5 million of Hurricane Beryl restoration costs, recovered over five years. Source
  • Transaction interest excluded from rate review: The base rate review excludes interest increases from debt refinancing tied to the Blackstone transaction. Source
  • PNM economic development projects: PNM applied for two projects under New Mexico Senate Bill 170, which allows deferral of economic development costs, estimated at $165.5 million. Source
  • New 345 kV transmission line filing: PNM applied for a certificate covering a new 345 kV line, station expansions and a substation in the Albuquerque area, estimated at $247 million. Source
  • 2026 Integrated Resource Plan under way: PNM started its 2026 IRP in the fourth quarter of 2025, covering 2026 through 2046, and is receiving public input as it has historically. Source

Coming up, as management said on 27 February 2026

  • Transaction closing expected: Closing is expected in the second half of 2026, subject to remaining approvals and customary conditions. Source
  • TNMP rates expected mid-2026: If the PUCT approves the TNMP rate request, new rates are expected to take effect around mid-2026. Source
  • PNM 2026 IRP filing due: PNM expects to file its 2026 Integrated Resource Plan with the NMPRC by September 1, 2026. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
TNMP rate base requested Source$2.8 billion as of June 30, 2025
Requested return on equity Source10.4%
Requested equity ratio Source47.54%
TNMP system peak demand growth Source28% increase
PNM carbon-free energy Source80% in 2025
Customers served Sourcemore than 800,000 homes and businesses
TNMP DCRF rate base recovery approved Source$19 million of rate base
PNM economic development project cost Source$165.5 million
PNM 345 kV line capital cost Source$247 million

Risks management discussed

  • Demand: Lower weather-related usage at PNM offset part of the earnings gain from rate relief and load growth. Source
  • Operational: Demand charges from energy storage agreements added in late 2024 increased PNM costs. Source
  • Regulatory: The TNMP base rate review includes O&M increases not recovered through TCOS and DCRF filings. Source
  • Regulatory: Approvals from the NRC and NMPRC remain outstanding before the transaction can close. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Not stated: The company states it is not issuing 2026 earnings guidance, as it previously announced. Source
  • Not stated: Management continues to anticipate closing in the second half of 2026, subject to remaining conditions. Source

Other quarters

Summarised with AI from the documents the company filed with the SEC. Every point is checked against the filing before it is shown: management’s own words word for word, figures against the line or table row they come from. A point that fails the check is left out. Source opens the filing at that line.