Pacific Gas and Electric Gains 0.71% Despite 47.42% Volume Drop to 270M Slides to 458th in Daily Trading Rank

Pacific Gas and Electric (PCG) rose 0.71% on August 1, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.27 billion, a 47.42% drop from the previous day. The stock ranked 458th in volume on the day.

PCG reaffirmed its 2025 full-year earnings guidance of $1.48–$1.52 per share, projecting 10% growth over 2024. The company outlined a $63 billion capital investment plan through 2028 and emphasized no further equity issuance during this period. A 10-gigawatt data center pipeline in San Jose is expected to drive load growth, with rate benefits anticipated by 2027. Wildfire mitigation efforts, including 10,000+ sensors to reduce outage risks, were highlighted as key operational priorities.

Challenges included a 10-year low in core EPS for the first half of 2025 and regulatory uncertainty in California. The company faces potential wildfire fund liabilities and affordability legislation risks. Leadership expressed confidence in navigating these issues without upfront equity needs, citing flexibility in $2 billion of parent debt and a fully funded capital plan.

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