SWX vs. SR: Which Gas Distributor Stock Offers Better Returns?

Southwest Gas and Spire face off as rising natural gas demand, rate hikes and infrastructure spending shape their growth prospects.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 19, 2026

SR BANCORP, INC. ANNOUNCES 20% INCREASE IN QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

BOUND BROOK, N.J., June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SR Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: SRBK), the holding company for Somerset Regal Bank, announced that its Board of Directors has declared the payment of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share, an increase of $0.01 per share, or 20%, payable on July 15, 2026 to stockholders of record as of June 30, 2026.

PRNewsWire • Jun 18, 2026

SR SUN RISE Multi-Functional Luxury Shower System: Your Perfect Choice for Bathroom Renovation & an Exceptional Shower Experience

LOS ANGELES, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SR SUN RISE officially launches its new all-round rain shower faucet collection, tailored for families who prioritize home wellness and quality living. SR SUN RISE has unveiled two premium multi-functional shower faucet sets.

GlobeNewsWire • Jun 16, 2026

SR SUN RISE Multi-Functional Filtered Shower Head: Purified Water Revitalizes Bathing Experience, Upgrades Home Personal Care

SR SUN RISE Multifunctional Filter Shower Head: multi-layer precision filtration + 9 spray modes. Removes water impurities, fixes single-function & cleanin

GlobeNewsWire • Jun 16, 2026

Spire (SR) Down 5.2% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?

Spire (SR) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 5, 2026

Spire Gains From Expanding Regulated Operations Despite Ongoing Risks

SR doubles down on regulated utilities, exits non-core assets and adds 200,000 Tennessee customers. However, regulatory and subsidiary risks linger.

Zacks Investment Research • May 28, 2026

Spire: Unusual Guidance Leads To Sell-Off

Spire, Inc., is undergoing a major transformation, divesting non-core assets and acquiring Piedmont Natural Gas to refocus on regulated utilities. Management's guidance excludes the earnings impact of the Piedmont acquisition, causing confusion and a perceived sharp drop in forward EPS. Consensus estimates likely underestimate SR's true earnings power post-acquisition, creating a misleading V-shaped earnings outlook.

Seeking Alpha • May 28, 2026

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Market Watch • May 12, 2026

Spire Q2 Earnings Miss Expectations, Revenues Decrease Y/Y

SR's fiscal Q2 adjusted EPS comes below estimates, and revenues slip to $1.02 billion, while operating income rises to $303.5 million.

Zacks Investment Research • May 7, 2026

Spire reports FY26 second quarter results

ST. LOUIS, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) today reported results for its fiscal 2026 second quarter ended March 31. Highlights include: Completed acquisition of the Piedmont Natural Gas Tennessee business on March 31, 2026 Following quarter-end, completed sale of Spire Marketing; announced agreements to sell Spire Storage and Spire Mississippi Second quarter net income of $217.6 million ($3.51 per diluted share) compared to $189.3 million ($3.17 per share) a year ago Second quarter adjusted earnings* from continuing operations of $223.7 million ($3.76 per share) compared to $189.3 million ($3.17 per share) a year ago Second quarter net income and adjusted earnings reflect the classification of Spire Marketing and Spire Storage as discontinued operations, with prior-period results presented accordingly Updated fiscal 2026 adjusted earnings guidance from continuing operations to $3.90–$4.10 Reaffirmed fiscal 2027 adjusted earnings guidance range of $5.40–$5.60 Reaffirmed long-term adjusted earnings growth target of 5-7% During fiscal 2026, Spire continued to focus on its regulated gas utility businesses, enhancing its risk profile and improving long-term earnings visibility.

PRNewsWire • May 6, 2026