MDU Resources (MDU) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why

MDU Resources (MDU) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 11, 2026

Bakken Project Adding Promise For MDU Resources (Rating Upgrade)

MDU Resources Group is upgraded to a cautious Buy, supported by regulatory wins, renewable investments, and pipeline project momentum. MDU delivered higher net income despite revenue declines, reaffirming FY 2026 EPS guidance of $0.93–$1.00 and targeting 6–8% long-term EPS growth. Recent regulatory outcomes, a 3.6% dividend hike, and progress on the Bakken East pipeline underpin MDU's improved outlook.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 2, 2026

Can MDU's Capital Investments Drive Long-Term Earnings Growth?

MDU Resources plans $3.1B in capital investments through 2030 to expand its rate base, meet demand and support 6-8% long-term earnings growth.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2026

Has MDU Resources Group (MDU) Outpaced Other Utilities Stocks This Year?

Here is how MDU Resources (MDU) and Pinnacle West (PNW) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 25, 2026

3 Gas Utility Stocks Poised to Gain Despite Industry Challenges

Despite near-term challenges facing the Utility- gas distribution industry, stocks like ATO, OGS and MDU merit attention, supported by disciplined investments to strengthen operations and improving earnings estimates.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 24, 2026

Dividend Announcements: August 8-14, 2026

In this article series, I summarize dividend announcements of the past week. This week, 12 stocks announced dividend increases, while one announced a 52% dividend cut. BMI stands out with a 10% dividend increase, an excellent quality score of 8.04, a very safe dividend, and a valuation with 11.97% upside. CBOE leads dividend hikes with a 19.44% increase, a top-quality score of 8.64, and robust dividend safety metrics.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 17, 2026

MDU Resources Announces Increased Quarterly Dividend

BISMARCK, N.D., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) has increased the quarterly dividend on the company's common stock to 14.5 cents per share, for an annualized dividend of 56 cents per share.

PRNewsWire • Aug 13, 2026

MDU Resources Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

MDU Resources Group NYSE: MDU reported second-quarter 2026 earnings of $21.3 million, or $0.10 per share, up from $13.7 million, or $0.07 per share, a year earlier, as new utility rates, customer growth, renewable investments and higher retail sales volumes supported results.

MarketBeat • Aug 8, 2026

MDU Resources Group, Inc. (MDU) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

MDU Resources Group, Inc. (MDU) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Aug 6, 2026

MDU Resources Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results; Advances Infrastructure Growth Opportunities

Consolidated net income of $21.3 million, up 55.5% from the same quarter last year Earnings per share of $0.10, up 42.9% year-over-year Continued progress on proposed Bakken East Pipeline Project 2026 guidance reaffirmed; earnings per share in the range of $0.93 to $1.00 BISMARCK, N.D., Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MDU Resources Group, Inc. (NYSE: MDU) today announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, highlighting continued execution across its regulated utility and pipeline businesses, progress on key growth initiatives and increasing infrastructure opportunities driven by customer growth and emerging demand trends.

PRNewsWire • Aug 6, 2026