Nordex Group and Alliant Energy Collaborate on Wind Power Initiatives in Iowa
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 10 2025
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
Contract Announcement: Nordex Group has secured contracts from Alliant Energy Corp. for wind power projects in Iowa, involving the supply of up to 190 turbines from its Delta4000 series.
Project Timeline: The installation of the turbines is planned for 2028 and 2029, with a total capacity of up to 1,060 MW once operational.
Economic Impact: The contracts are expected to boost Iowa's manufacturing sector, contributing to job creation and regional economic growth, although they are contingent on regulatory approvals.
Manufacturing Location: All turbines will be produced at Nordex's facility in West Branch, Iowa, which has recently resumed production of turbine components.
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Analyst Views on LNT
Wall Street analysts forecast LNT stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for LNT is 71.20 USD with a low forecast of 65.00 USD and a high forecast of 78.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
7 Analyst Rating
3 Buy
3 Hold
1 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 66.260
Low
65.00
Averages
71.20
High
78.00
Current: 66.260
Low
65.00
Averages
71.20
High
78.00
About LNT
Alliant Energy Corporation operates as a regulated investor-owned public utility holding company. Its primary focus is to provide regulated electric and natural gas service to its customers in the Midwest through its two public utility subsidiaries: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL) and Wisconsin Power and Light Company (WPL). Its non-utility holdings are organized under Alliant Energy Finance, LLC. Its segments include IPL and WPL. IPL is a public utility engaged principally in the generation and distribution of electricity and the distribution and transportation of natural gas to retail customers in select markets in Iowa. WPL is a public utility engaged principally in the generation and distribution of electricity and the distribution and transportation of natural gas to retail customers in select markets in Wisconsin. WPL operates in municipalities pursuant to permits of indefinite duration and state statutes authorizing utility operation in areas annexed by a municipality.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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