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NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)

NYSE

$160.35

$+0.74

(+0.46%)

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-12 09:58:00

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$34.42B
Open	$160.34
High	$180.54
Low	$8.80
Previous Close	$160.63
Price Change	$+0.74
Percentage Change	+0.46%
Volume	572

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) Stock Price Today

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) is currently trading at $160.35 as of 2026-02-12 09:58:00, reflecting a +0.46% move ($+0.74) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned +701.80% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, NRG Energy, Inc. has recorded a +56.19% price change, indicating a strong performance relative to the broader market.

NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, NRG Energy, Inc. has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the ELECTRIC SERVICES sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $148.96 to the latest recorded price of $160.35, reflecting an intraday change of +0.46%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (572), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, NRG has delivered a +701.80% return over the past month and a +56.19% change in the last 12 months, indicating a strong trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG)?

NRG Energy is one of the largest retail energy providers in the US, with 6 million customers. Vivint Smart Home, which NRG acquired in 2023, has 2 million home-services customers. NRG also is one of the largest US independent power producers, with 13 gigawatts of coal, gas, and oil power generation capacity primarily in Texas. The LS Power asset acquisition adds 13 GW of gas-fired power plants mostly in the Eastern US. NRG exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy as a stand-alone entity in December 2003.

NRG Energy, Inc. Information

Industry	ELECTRIC SERVICES
Employees	15,637
Sector	ELECTRIC SERVICES
Company Website	https://www.nrg.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of NRG Energy, Inc.?

The latest trading price for NRG Energy, Inc. (Common Stock) is $ 160.35, compared with a previous closing price of $ 160.63. That means the stock has moved +0.46% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for NRG can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is NRG Energy, Inc. stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, NRG has returned +701.80% over the past month, +6.58% over the last six months and +56.19% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe strong price momentum for NRG Energy, Inc. stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does NRG currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, NRG Energy, Inc. has traded between a low of $ 79.57 and a high of $ 180.54. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether NRG is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is NRG Energy, Inc. classified by sector and industry?

NRG Energy, Inc. is classified in the ELECTRIC SERVICES sector. In practice, this means NRG Energy, Inc. is grouped with other companies that serve similar end-markets and operate under comparable competitive and regulatory conditions. For investors, knowing NRG’s sector helps with portfolio diversification, peer comparisons, and understanding how broader trends affecting the ELECTRIC SERVICES sector could influence NRG Energy, Inc.’s performance.

5.Where is NRG Energy, Inc. listed and how large is it by market value?

NRG Energy, Inc. is listed on the NYSE stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 34.42B, the company is classified as a Large-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of NRG Energy, Inc.'s size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

6.What does NRG's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 6.36 summarises how much profit NRG Energy, Inc. has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track NRG Energy, Inc.'s financial performance over time?

To follow NRG Energy, Inc.'s financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how NRG is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is NRG Energy, Inc. expected to report earnings?

NRG Energy, Inc.'s next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for NRG, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in NRG Energy, Inc.'s earnings reports?

NRG Energy, Inc.'s earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether NRG is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about NRG Energy, Inc.'s results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on NRG Energy, Inc. by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for NRG on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does NRG Energy, Inc. pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

NRG Energy, Inc. Paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 1.89 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0118 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor NRG's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for NRG?

Based on the latest earnings data, NRG has a dividend yield of 0.0118 and a dividend payout ratio of 0.2975. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether NRG Energy, Inc. is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings NRG Energy, Inc. distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is NRG Energy, Inc.?

NRG Energy, Inc. is a publicly traded company in the ELECTRIC SERVICES industry within the ELECTRIC SERVICES sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is NRG valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

NRG Energy, Inc. currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 25.24, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 6.36. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of NRG Energy, Inc.'s earnings. Comparing NRG's P/E and EPS to those of other ELECTRIC SERVICES companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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