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NorthWestern Energy Group Inc (NWE) is a good buy for a beginner investor with a long-term strategy and $50,000-$100,000 available for investment. The company's merger with Black Hills Corporation, its increased capital plan, and projected EPS growth of 5% for 2026 indicate strong long-term growth potential. Despite insider selling and mixed analyst ratings, the stock's technical indicators and positive catalysts make it a viable investment for long-term gains.
The stock's moving averages are bullish (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200), indicating an upward trend. However, the MACD histogram is negative and expanding, suggesting short-term bearish momentum. RSI is neutral at 49.173, showing no overbought or oversold conditions. Key support is at 66.913, and resistance is at 70.641, with the pre-market price at 68.53, close to the pivot level of 68.777.
Merger with Black Hills Corporation to enhance dividend capacity and earnings growth.
Increased five-year capital plan to $3.21 billion, reflecting confidence in growth opportunities.
Passage of Montana Senate Bill 301 to enhance transmission investment confidence.
Projected 5% EPS growth for 2026.
Insider selling has increased by 257.46% over the last month.
Mixed analyst ratings, with one downgrade to Underweight and a price target of $
Net income and EPS declined in Q3 2025, down -18.34% and -18.42% YoY, respectively.
In Q3 2025, revenue increased by 12.11% YoY to $386.95 million, while net income dropped by -18.34% YoY to $38.23 million. EPS also decreased by -18.42% YoY to $0.62. Gross margin improved to 61.3%, up 5.62% YoY. The company expects 5% EPS growth in 2026.
Analyst sentiment is mixed. BMO Capital raised the price target to $70 with a Market Perform rating, and Barclays raised it to $62 with an Overweight rating. However, Wells Fargo downgraded the stock to Underweight with a $53 price target. JPMorgan raised the target to $61 with a Neutral rating.
