Xcel Energy Receives 'Buy' Rating from Analysts

Analysts see upside potential in the utility company's stock

Mar. 13, 2026 at 7:35am

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Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:XEL) has received an average 'Buy' rating from 17 equity research analysts covering the company, according to a MarketBeat report. The analysts have a 1-year average price target of $88.44 on the stock, suggesting potential upside from the current trading price.

Why it matters

Xcel Energy is a major utility company serving customers across eight U.S. states. Analyst ratings and price targets can provide insight into the market's sentiment and expectations for the company's future performance, which is relevant for investors and the broader energy sector.

The details

The analyst ratings for Xcel Energy include one 'Sell' recommendation, one 'Hold', twelve 'Buy', and three 'Strong Buy' recommendations. The analysts cited factors such as the company's generation mix, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and regulatory environment in their assessments.

  • The analyst ratings and price targets were reported on March 13, 2026.

The players

Xcel Energy Inc.

A Minneapolis-based publicly traded utility holding company that develops, owns and operates regulated electricity and natural gas delivery systems across eight U.S. states.

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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

The positive analyst sentiment on Xcel Energy reflects the company's strong market position and growth potential in the regulated utility space, though investors should continue to monitor factors like regulatory changes and the company's transition to renewable energy sources.