Xcel Energy Inc.
XEL
Rank in Stocks
#513
Xcel Energy Inc., through its various operating units, functions as a... Xcel Energy Inc., through its various operating units, functions as a multifaceted energy company involved in the complete cycle of electricity – from its production and procurement to its transmission, delivery, and eventual sale. Its business is organized into three main divisions: Regulated Electric Utility, Regulated Natural Gas Utility, and a final "All Other" segment. The company employs a diverse range of energy sources for electricity generation, including traditional options like coal, nuclear power, natural gas, and oil, as well as a strong focus on renewables such as hydroelectric, solar, biomass, wood/refuse, and wind. In addition to its electric services, Xcel Energy is active in the natural gas sector, managing the acquisition, pipeline transport, distribution, and retail sales of natural gas. It also offers transportation services for natural gas owned by its customers. The firm's operations also encompass the creation and leasing of critical natural gas infrastructure, including pipelines, storage depots, and compression facilities. Furthermore, Xcel Energy diversifies its investments into rental housing ventures and is responsible for sourcing necessary equipment for the construction of new renewable power facilities. Serving a broad customer base that includes residential households, commercial enterprises, and industrial clients, the company's service area covers specific geographic regions in Colorado, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin. Xcel Energy provides electricity to approximately 3.7 million customers and supplies natural gas to around 2.1 million consumers. The company, founded in 1909, maintains its headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Share Price
$76.10
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$47.53B
Change (1 day)
1.30%
Change (1 year)
-6.24%
Country
US
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Category
Utilities
Operating Margin for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 20.98%
According to Xcel Energy Inc. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 20.98%. At the end of 2024 the company had an Operating Margin of 17.75%.
Operating Margin history for Xcel Energy Inc. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 20.98% | 6.88% |
| 2025 | 19.63% | 10.59% |
| 2024 | 17.75% | 1.66% |
| 2023 | 17.46% | 10.09% |
| 2022 | 15.86% | -3.29% |
| 2021 | 16.40% | -10.68% |
| 2020 | 18.36% | 0.60% |
| 2019 | 18.25% | 7.16% |
| 2018 | 17.03% | -11.30% |
| 2017 | 19.20% | -3.66% |
| 2016 | 19.93% | 9.81% |
| 2015 | 18.15% | 8.88% |
| 2014 | 16.67% | -1.54% |
| 2013 | 16.93% | -5.94% |
| 2012 | 18.00% | 7.66% |
| 2011 | 16.72% | 6.43% |
| 2010 | 15.71% | 3.15% |
| 2009 | 15.23% | 22.72% |
| 2008 | 12.41% | -7.80% |
| 2007 | 13.46% | 12.54% |
| 2006 | 11.96% | 5.37% |
| 2005 | 11.35% | -13.09% |
| 2004 | 13.06% | -6.98% |
| 2003 | 14.04% | -168.35% |
| 2002 | -20.54% | -203.84% |
| 2001 | 19.78% | 62.53% |
| 2000 | 12.17% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29.49% | -98.59% |
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| 24.19% | -98.85% |
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| 0.00% | - |
US
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| 28.36% | -98.65% |
US
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| 25.13% | -98.80% |
US
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.