Sempra Energy Shares Fall 1.48% on 294th Volume Ranking Despite Earnings Outlook

Sempra Energy (SRE) closed August 6, 2025, down 1.48% with a trading volume of $0.39 billion, ranking 294th in market activity. The stock is set to report Q2 2025 earnings on August 7, with analysts forecasting an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.84. Historical data shows mixed outcomes: the company has exceeded estimates in three of the past four quarters, yet its share price fell 0.46% after a $0.12 EPS beat in Q1 2025. Analysts emphasize that while earnings performance matters, market reactions often hinge on forward guidance.

Sempra’s financial profile highlights a market capitalization above industry peers, indicating strong investor confidence. Despite a 4.45% revenue growth in the last three months, its growth lags behind the utilities sector average. The company maintains a robust net margin of 23.83% and a 2.97% return on equity (ROE), though ROE trails behind some competitors. With a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.23, Sempra adopts a conservative financial strategy, balancing leverage and stability.

Analysts assigned Sempra an “Outperform” consensus rating, with an average 12-month price target of $81.40, implying a 1.18% downside from its August 5 closing price of $82.37. This contrasts with mixed ratings for peers such as Dominion Energy (Neutral) and Public Service Enterprise (Buy). Sempra ranks first in revenue growth among its peers but last in ROE, positioning it as a mid-tier performer in key industry metrics.

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