NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc.
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Daily timeframeNorthWestern Energy Group, Inc., doing business as NorthWestern Energy, provides electricity and natural gas to residential, commercial, and diversified industrial customers. Valued at $4.35B, NWE is a mid-cap name in its sector. It generates, purchases, transmits, and distributes electricity; and produces, purchases, stores, transmits, and distributes natural gas, as well as owns municipal franchises to provide natural gas service in the communities.
Market Cap
$4.35B
Beta
0.36
P/E (TTM)
25.55
P/E (Fwd)
17.85
EPS (TTM)
$2.77
EPS (Fwd)
$3.97
ROE
5.9%
ROA
2.5%
Cash
$4.2M
Total Debt
$3.60B
Free CF
-$243.0M
52W Change
24.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where NWE stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, NWE finished 1.74% above its 150-day moving average ($68.99) and 3.59% above its 200-day moving average ($67.76). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is NWE overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, NWE's RSI(14) was 45.8, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, NWE has $4.2M in cash with $3.60B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$243.0M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 5.9% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 2.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $1.48B (2022) to $1.61B (2025).
NWE's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing NWE.