Entergy Shares Climb 1.15% on $0.24B Volume as LPSC Approves $3B Meta Infrastructure Project Ranking 428th in Market Activity

Entergy (ETR) rose 1.15% on August 20, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.24 billion, ranking 428th in market activity. The stock's performance was driven by regulatory approval for a $3 billion infrastructure project to support Meta's data center in Louisiana. The Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) authorized the construction of three combined cycle combustion turbine facilities—two in Richland Parish (operational by late 2028) and one in Waterford (by 2029)—alongside transmission upgrades and solar procurement rights for 1,500 megawatts of renewable energy. The approval solidifies Entergy's role in Louisiana's economic development while ensuring Meta bears infrastructure costs, shielding existing customers from cross-subsidization. The project enhances grid reliability and expands Entergy's rate base, offering long-term revenue visibility for investors.

Analysts highlighted the strategic alignment of the project with Entergy's dual goals of modernizing infrastructure and securing large-scale corporate clients. The hybrid model of fossil-fuel and renewable energy generation addresses immediate power demands while positioning the utility to meet evolving sustainability expectations. However, critics noted risks associated with the 15-year power agreement between Entergy and Meta, which may conflict with the 30–45-year operational lifespan of gas plants. This mismatch could expose ratepayers to stranded costs if Meta exits the contract early. Despite these concerns, the LPSC's expedited certification process signals regulatory support for Entergy's balanced approach to grid modernization.

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