Edison International - $EIX - Earnings Analysis: Strong operational performance and ability to meet or exceed EPS guidance.

Business Model

Edison International generates revenue primarily through its subsidiary, Southern California Edison (SCE), by providing electricity to over 5 million customer accounts in a 50,000 square-mile service area. Revenue is also generated through integrated energy management and sustainability solutions provided by Trio to large commercial, industrial, and institutional organizations.

Revenue Sources

• Electricity delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Southern, Central, and Coastal California.
• Integrated energy management and sustainability solutions provided by Trio to large organizations.

Income Statement Analysis

• Operating revenue increased by 7.78% year-over-year, indicating strong demand for electricity and energy services.
• Operation and maintenance expenses increased significantly by 24.99%, likely due to increased investments in grid infrastructure, wildfire mitigation, and restoration efforts.
• Net income increased by 9.88% year-over-year, reflecting improved operational efficiency and revenue growth.
• Interest expense increased by 16.07% year-over-year.

Balance Sheet Analysis

• Total assets increased by 4.67%, indicating continued investment in utility property, plant, and equipment to support infrastructure upgrades and wildfire mitigation efforts.
• Total equity decreased by 1.14%, possibly due to dividend payouts and other equity-related transactions.
• Total liabilities increased by 6.3%, driven by higher long-term debt to finance capital expenditures.

Cash Flow Analysis

• Net cash provided by operating activities increased significantly, reflecting improved operational performance and efficient working capital management.
• Capital expenditures increased, indicating continued investment in infrastructure upgrades and expansion.
• Net cash provided by financing activities decreased, possibly due to changes in debt issuance, repayments, and equity transactions.
• Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash decreased YOY from a decrease of 385 million to an increase of 152 million.

Capital Allocation

Edison International's capital allocation strategy involves investing in infrastructure replacement, wildfire mitigation, load growth and new service connections, inspections and maintenance, electrification, transmission, and generation. The company targets a dividend payout of 45-55% of SCE core earnings.

Management Commentary

2024 Core EPS of $4.93 was above the midpoint of our guidance.

Continued progress in wildfire mitigation efforts, Installing over 800 miles of covered conductor, bringing total deployment to 6,400+ miles and No ignitions due to failure of covered conductor

Today, the board of directors of Edison International declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.8275 per share.

I know Jennifer has many organizations seeking her time, so I appreciate her vote of confidence in our company's strong future.

Overall Sentiment: Positive, with a focus on strong execution, meeting financial targets, and advancing key regulatory proceedings and wildfire mitigation efforts.

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