10 Best Utility Stocks that Beat Earnings Estimates

8. Edison International (NYSE:EIX)

On May 1, 2026, JPMorgan analyst Aidan Kelly raised the firm’s price target on Edison International (NYSE:EIX) to $75 from $74 previously while maintaining a Neutral rating on the shares.

On April 29, 2026, Barclays lowered its price target on Edison International (NYSE:EIX) to $77 from $78 and kept an Overweight rating. The firm said the company delivered a Q1 core earnings beat and maintained all components of its financial plan.

On April 28, 2026, Edison International (NYSE:EIX) reported Q1 EPS of $1.42, ahead of the $1.33 consensus estimate, while revenue totaled $4.10B compared to expectations of $4.13B. President and CEO Pedro Pizarro said the company was encouraged by its start to the year and continued momentum across the business. He added that Edison’s performance reflects operational execution and ongoing efforts to improve community safety and resilience, including wildfire mitigation and rebuilding initiatives. Pizarro also said Southern California Edison continues to focus on supporting communities affected by wildfires through the Wildfire Recovery Compensation Program, which the company said is intended to provide transparent, responsive, and timely compensation.

Edison International (NYSE:EIX) maintained its FY26 EPS outlook of $5.90-$6.20, compared to consensus estimates of $6.11.

Edison International (NYSE:EIX), through its subsidiaries, generates and distributes electric power in the United States.