Improved Balanced Sheet and Capital Investment Fuels Inflows, Dividends - Research Report on Duke Energy, NextEra Energy, American Electric Power, NRG Energy and Consolidated Edison

NEW YORK, March 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Wall Street Source announced new research reports highlighting Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE: DUK), NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), American Electric Power Co., Inc. (NYSE: AEP), NRG Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NRG) and Consolidated Edison Inc. (NYSE: ED). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

Duke Energy Corporation Research Report

With focus on system reliability and market efficiency, Duke Energy's joint venture with American Transmission Co., Duke-American Transmission Co., recently reached an agreement to acquire Atlantic Power Corporation's interest in the Path 15 transmission project. This acquisition is expected to boost the partnership's commercial transmission business as it continues to develop strategic transmission projects. Duke Energy has been threshing out shareholder value as the company continues to develop its portfolio. Recently, Duke Energy announced vital progress for its nuclear organization. The company is set to strengthen oversight and management of its operating fleet, new nuclear development, Crystal River 3 decommissioning and project management and construction. The Full Research Report on Duke Energy Corporation - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.WallStSource.com/r/full_research_report/dfb8_DUK ]

NextEra Energy, Inc. Research Report

As the number one most admired electric and gas utility on Fortune's 2013 list, NextEra Energy has been successful at sustaining its performance streak despite economic headwinds that shook most industries. NextEra Energy delivered strong results for its fourth quarter and full-year 2012 earnings. NextEra Energy is committed to further developing its capital investment program which gave analysts and investors a lot of reason to be bullish about the company last year. NextEra Energy reported that its adjusted earnings per share in 2013 may be in the range of $4.70 to $5.00. The Full Research Report on NextEra Energy, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.WallStSource.com/r/full_research_report/7513_NEE]

American Electric Power Co., Inc. Research Report

Despite the challenges which utility companies faced last year, American Electric Power surpassed 2012 with solid financial results that reflects shareholder value and reliable service for its customers. American Electric Power took advantage of low-priced debt capital and replaced its current debt at more attractive rates. The company has been efficiently improving its balance sheet while it achieved two new power plants last year. American Electric Power is improving its bottom line as it continues to increase its transmission investment. The Full Research Report on American Electric Power Co., Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.WallStSource.com/r/full_research_report/e951_AEP]

NRG Energy, Inc. Research Report

Investors are quite pleased with NRG Energy after it reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2012 earnings. NRG Energy is increasing its common stock dividend by 33% while it is set to repurchase $200 million worth of shares. The company is expected to boost its capital allocation program this year as it continues to seek growth and profitability. NRG Energy's solar segment recently began its commercial operations for the Borrego I Solar Generating Station. The Full Research Report on NRG Energy, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.WallStSource.com/r/full_research_report/9e87_NRG]

Consolidated Edison Inc. Research Report

The growth of Consolidated Edison's regulated utilities and competitive energy segments proved the company's strong position in the industry while some utility companies suffered from economic and natural calamities. Consolidated Edison raised its annual dividend by 4% to emphasize its commitment to shareholders. The company is expecting its earnings from ongoing operations to be in the range of $3.65 to $3.85 per share. Analysts are optimistic that Consolidated Edison will see steady inflows as the company continues to improve its balance sheet. The Full Research Report on Consolidated Edison Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.WallStSource.com/r/full_research_report/d47e_ED]

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