Xcel Energy Inc.
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the utilities sector, Xcel Energy Inc. focuses on Utilities - Regulated Electric services and products. Xcel Energy Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an electric and natural gas delivery company in the United States. Valued at $49.17B, XEL is a large-cap name in its sector. It operates through Regulated Electric Utility and Regulated Natural Gas Utility segments.
Market Cap
$49.17B
Beta
0.41
P/E (TTM)
23.03
P/E (Fwd)
17.38
EPS (TTM)
$3.42
EPS (Fwd)
$4.53
ROE
9.6%
ROA
2.3%
Cash
$1.77B
Total Debt
$39.24B
Free CF
-$7.47B
52W Change
11.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Xcel Energy Inc. carries $39.24B in total debt against $1.77B in cash reserves — debt is roughly 22.2x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$7.47B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 9.6%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $15.31B (2022) to $14.67B (2025).
The relatively low beta of 0.41 suggests XEL is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Xcel Energy Inc. and its sector.