Eversource Energy stock gains as ISO New England backs transmission project

Published on 09/17/2026 at 16:02 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS

Eversource Energy stock closed at USD 67.85 on September 16, 2026 on the NYSE, near the midpoint of its 52-week range. Analysts currently see Eversource Energy stock at an average price target of USD 72.92 with a Hold consensus.

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Eversource Energy stock (ISIN US30040W1080) closed at USD 67.85 on the NYSE on September 16, 2026, up 0.95% from the previous session and roughly mid-way between its 52-week low and high.

Transmission project selection supports the utility

As The Manila Times reported on September 16, 2026, ISO New England has selected a joint transmission project involving Eversource as its preferred long-term solution to enhance grid reliability and affordability in the region.

According to The Manila Times, Eversource is highlighted as a national leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship and is recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies in 2026, which reinforces the strategic importance of this grid project for its regulated utility profile.

Analyst view and latest earnings figures

Per MarketBeat on September 16, 2026, Eversource Energy carries a consensus Hold rating from 13 analysts, with 4 Buy, 6 Hold and 3 Sell recommendations, and an average price target of USD 72.92 compared with the closing share price of USD 67.85, implying about 7.5% upside from that level.

According to MarketBeat, the utilities provider most recently reported quarterly earnings per share of USD 0.87, with the business's revenue up 2.3% compared to the same quarter a year earlier, indicating modest top-line growth in its latest reported period.

The same overview from MarketBeat notes that Eversource Energy trades on a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.58 based on trailing earnings of USD 3.86 per share, a discount to the broader market's average P/E of about 38.86, while offering a dividend yield of 4.64%, which is a key attraction for income-focused investors.

Stock valuation metrics and trading range

Data from MarketBeat on September 16, 2026, show Eversource Energy's shares closing at USD 67.85 at 3:59 p.m. Eastern, with extended trading indicating USD 68.03 shortly after, while the 52-week range stands between USD 62.89 and USD 76.57, placing the latest price about 7.9% above the 52-week low and roughly 11.4% below the 52-week high.

According to the same MarketBeat snapshot, Eversource Energy's market capitalization stands at approximately USD 25.56 billion, with a daily trading volume of about 2.44 million shares compared with an average volume of 1.78 million shares, indicating higher-than-normal liquidity in the latest session.

Closing price and investor takeaway

Eversource Energy stock last closed at USD 67.85 on the NYSE on September 16, 2026, in United States dollars, with the shares gaining 0.95% on the day and trading between their 52-week low of USD 62.89 and high of USD 76.57, leaving some room relative to both ends of the range.