Dominion Energy (D) Posts 68.16% Jump in Trading Volume to $400M Ranks 256th as Institutional Investors Boost Holdings

On August 15, 2025, Dominion Energy (D) traded with a 0.07% decline, closing at $61.14, amid a trading volume of $0.40 billion, a 68.16% increase from the previous day. The stock ranked 256th in trading activity, reflecting heightened investor interest. The company reported quarterly earnings of $0.75 per share, below estimates, but revenue rose 9.3% year-over-year to $3.81 billion. A quarterly dividend of $0.6675 was declared, yielding an annualized 4.3%, signaling continued shareholder returns.

Institutional investors adjusted their positions in the stock during the first quarter, with Russell Investments Group Ltd. boosting its stake by 11% to 1.02 million shares, valued at $57.0 million. Other firms, including Kayne Anderson Rudnick and Orion Capital Management, also increased holdings, indicating confidence in Dominion’s long-term strategy. Institutional ownership remains significant at 73.04%, underscoring stability in investor base.

Analysts revised price targets and ratings, with Morgan Stanley lowering its target to $60.00 and maintaining an “equal weight” stance. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised its target to $56.00 but assigned an “underweight” rating. The stock carries a “Hold” consensus with an average target of $59.14, reflecting mixed sentiment. The company’s financials show a 92.07% dividend payout ratio and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.35, highlighting its reliance on debt financing.

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