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Britain's National Grid forecasts higher 2027 earnings growth

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Posted on March 2, 2026

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Britain's National Grid forecasts higher 2027 earnings growth
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March 2 (Reuters) - Britain's National Grid said on Monday it now expects adjusted earnings per share to grow 13%-15% for 2027, citing higher allowed revenue, as it moves into a new regulatory period.

National Grid Sees 13%-15% EPS Growth for 2027 on Increased Revenue

National Grid's Earnings Outlook and Regulatory Developments

Updated Earnings Per Share Guidance

March 2 (Reuters) - Britain's National Grid said on Monday it now expects adjusted earnings per share to grow 13%-15% for 2027, citing higher allowed revenue, as it moves into a new regulatory period.

Factors Driving EPS Growth

Impact of Higher Allowed Revenue

Reporting and Editorial Information

(Reporting by Ankita Bora in Bengaluru; Editing by Sumana Nandy)

Key Takeaways

  • National Grid anticipates 13%–15% adjusted EPS growth in 2027, driven by enhanced allowed revenue under the new RIIO‑T3 framework. (morningstar.co.uk)
  • The company is executing a £60 billion five‑year investment program (2024/25–2028/29) in UK and US energy networks, targeting 6%–8% underlying EPS CAGR and ~10% asset growth. (lse.co.uk)
  • Regulatory developments—such as strengthened UK allowed returns under RIIO‑T3 and US rate case approvals—are enhancing earnings visibility and underpinning margin expansion. (morningstar.co.uk)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What earnings growth does National Grid expect for 2027?
National Grid forecasts adjusted earnings per share to grow by 13%-15% in 2027.
What is driving National Grid's projected earnings increase?
The earnings growth is driven by higher allowed revenue as National Grid enters a new regulatory period.
Who reported and edited the news about National Grid's earnings outlook?
Ankita Bora reported the news and Sumana Nandy edited it.

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