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DTE Energy Stock: Underperforming Utilities Sector or Just a Minor Dip?
ByAinvest
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 4:37 am ET1min read
DTE Energy's stock has underperformed the utilities sector, gaining 11% YTD and 6% over the past 52 weeks, compared to XLU's 11.2% gains in 2025 and 6.3% returns over the past year. Despite a dip after Q2 results, the company remains on track to invest $4.4 billion in utilities in 2025 to improve supply reliability and transition towards cleaner energy sources. DTE has outperformed Dominion Energy, Inc. on a YTD and 52-week basis.
DTE Energy's stock has underperformed the utilities sector in 2025, gaining 11% year-to-date (YTD) and 6% over the past 52 weeks, compared to XLU's 11.2% gains in 2025 and 6.3% returns over the past year. Despite a dip after Q2 results, the company remains committed to investing $4.4 billion in utilities in 2025 to enhance supply reliability and transition towards cleaner energy sources. DTE has outperformed Dominion Energy, Inc. on a YTD and 52-week basis.Several institutional investors have recently shown interest in DTE Energy. Dynamic Technology Lab Private Ltd acquired 4,101 shares of DTE Energy valued at approximately $567,000 in the first quarter of 2025 [1]. Additionally, D. E. Shaw & Co. increased its stake by 1,064.5%, purchasing an additional 83,799 shares valued at $11,069,000 [1]. These investments indicate growing confidence in DTE Energy's long-term prospects.
Despite the recent buying activity, DTE Energy's stock has faced some headwinds. The company reported a quarterly earnings per share (EPS) of $1.36, slightly missing the consensus estimate of $1.37. However, revenue of $2.91 billion exceeded analyst expectations [2]. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $1.09 per share, representing a $4.36 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 3.2% [2].
Analyst ratings for DTE Energy have been mixed. BMO Capital Markets lifted their price target from $140.00 to $144.00 and gave the stock a "market perform" rating [1]. Citigroup reiterated a "buy" rating with a new price target of $151.00 [1]. Meanwhile, Wall Street Zen downgraded the stock from a "hold" to a "sell" rating [1]. The overall consensus rating is "Moderate Buy" with a price target of $144.25 [1].
DTE Energy continues to invest in its future, with a focus on improving supply reliability and transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Despite recent underperformance, the company's strategic initiatives and positive analyst ratings suggest potential for recovery and growth. Investors should closely monitor the company's progress and the impact of its strategic investments.
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