NiSource Hits New 52-Week High

Analysts Weigh In on Whether Investors Should Buy the Stock

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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NiSource, Inc. (NYSE:NI), a utility company that delivers natural gas and electricity to customers in the United States, saw its share price reach a new 52-week high of $47.24 on Friday. The stock closed at $47.23 with a trading volume of 816,768 shares. Several analysts have issued reports on NiSource, with the majority recommending a 'Buy' rating and an average price target of $47.20.

Why it matters

NiSource's new 52-week high reflects the company's strong financial performance and positive outlook. As a regulated utility, NiSource's stock is seen as a relatively stable investment, making it attractive to investors seeking consistent returns. The company's focus on natural gas distribution and electric transmission and distribution aligns with the ongoing shift towards cleaner energy sources, which could drive further growth.

The details

NiSource reported strong quarterly earnings on February 11th, with earnings per share of $0.51, beating analysts' estimates of $0.49. The company also reaffirmed its fiscal year 2026 guidance of $2.02 to $2.07 earnings per share. Analysts at BMO Capital Markets, Jefferies Financial Group, Weiss Ratings, Evercore, and Mizuho have all issued positive ratings and price targets for NiSource's stock, reflecting their confidence in the company's future performance.

  • NiSource's share price hit a new 52-week high of $47.24 on Friday, February 27, 2026.
  • The company reported its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

NiSource, Inc.

A publicly traded energy holding company headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana, that primarily owns and operates regulated local gas and electric utilities in the United States.

BMO Capital Markets

An investment bank that has set a $50.00 price target for NiSource.

Jefferies Financial Group

A financial services firm that upgraded NiSource's rating from 'hold' to 'buy' and raised the target price from $46.00 to $50.00.

Weiss Ratings

A ratings agency that has reaffirmed a 'buy (b)' rating on NiSource's stock.

Evercore

An investment bank that has set an 'in-line' rating and increased its price target for NiSource from $46.00 to $47.00.

Mizuho

A financial services firm that has boosted its price target for NiSource from $44.00 to $50.00 and maintained an 'outperform' rating.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

NiSource's new 52-week high and positive analyst ratings suggest the company is well-positioned to continue its growth and provide stable returns to investors, particularly as the energy industry shifts towards cleaner sources of power.