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Alliant Energy Corporation

Fundamental data last updated:June 4, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Utilities

industry

Regulated Electric

Exchange

NASDAQ

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

08/06/2026

Business Summary

Alliant Energy Corporation operates as a utility holding company that provides regulated electricity and natural gas services. It operates through three segments: Utility Electric Operations, Utility Gas Operations, and Utility Other. The company, through its subsidiary, Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), primarily generates and distributes electricity, and distributes and transports natural gas to retail customers in Iowa; sells electricity to wholesale customers in Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa; and generates and distributes steam in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Alliant Energy Corporation, through its other subsidiary, Wisconsin Power and Light Company (WPL), generates and distributes electricity, and distributes and transports natural gas to retail customers in Wisconsin; and sells electricity to wholesale customers in Wisconsin. As of December 31, 2021, IPL supplied electric and natural gas service to approximately 500,000 and 225,000 retail customers respectively; and WPL supplied electric and natural gas service to approximately 485,000 and 200,000 retail customers, respectively. It serves retail customers in the farming, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, chemical, and packaging and food industries. In addition, the company owns and operates a short-line rail freight service in Iowa; a barge, rail, and truck freight terminal on the Mississippi River; and a rail-served warehouse in Iowa, as well as offers freight brokerage services. Further, it holds interests in a 347 megawatt (MW) natural gas-fired electric generating unit near Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin; and a 225 MW wind farm located in Oklahoma. The company was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin.

 


VALUATION

P/E

22.47

Market Cap ($M USD)

$18.51B

Forward P/E

15.16

PEG

0.31

PRICE TO SALES

4.19

PRICE TO BOOK

2.49

EV / EBITDA

15.16

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

-5.55%

DCF Value

$4.32

Graham Number

$45.49

Price to FCF

-18.03

EV to FCF

-29.44

Earnings Yield

4.45%

FCF Yield

-5.55%

DIVIDEND

Yield

2.91%

Annual Payout

$2.09

Payout Ratio

64.31%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$3.19

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$4.73

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$551.32B

Return on Equity (ROE)

11.24%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

23.01%

Debt-to-Equity

1.68

Piotroski F-Score

5

Altman Z-Score

0.95

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

4.42%

Current Ratio

0.69

Quick Ratio

0.69

Net Debt to EBITDA

5.88

Interest Coverage

1.90

Gross Profit margin

37.97%

FCF PER SHARE

$-3.99

REVENUE PER SHARE

$17.17

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

LNT Alliant Energy Corporation’s valuation paints a complex picture. The market has priced it significantly above its DCF Value and Graham Number, suggesting a potential overvaluation. However, the Forward P/E of 15.28 and a compelling Earnings Yield of 4.44% indicate some room for growth. The Altman Z-score of 0.94 raises red flags about financial distress, hinting at potential risks. Overall, while the stock shows some promise, caution is warranted given the mixed signals.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

As a regulated electric utility, Alliant Energy is not at the forefront of AI or tech innovation. However, its stable industry provides a buffer against rapid technological shifts. The company’s focus remains on reliable service delivery rather than tech disruption.

The Bull Case

For the value or GARP investor, Alliant Energy offers intriguing prospects. Its ROIC of 4.42% and robust operating margin of 23.01% reflect solid capital efficiency and pricing power. Despite a negative FCF Yield, the Piotroski F-Score of 5 suggests moderate financial health. These elements combine to present a narrative of steady, if unspectacular, performance in a regulated market.

The Bear Case

The stock's structural weaknesses are glaring. A Price/Book ratio of 2.49 and Price/Sales of 4.19 indicate a potentially overvalued position. The negative FCF Yield and Price to FCF ratio of -18.05 highlight severe cash flow issues. Additionally, with the stock trading close to its 52-week high, technical overextension is a concern.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Buy

Average Analyst Price Target

$76.00

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.57

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

5.69%

Distance to 52-Week Low

16.82%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

0.00%

50-DAY SMA

$72.16

200-DAY SMA

$68.39

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