Country Trust Bank Boosts Stake in WEC Energy Group

Institutional investor increases position in Wisconsin utility provider

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:21am

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Country Trust Bank, a financial services firm, has increased its stake in WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE: WEC) by 6.3% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent SEC filing. The bank now owns 255,685 shares of the Wisconsin-based utilities provider, representing 0.08% of the company's outstanding stock.

Why it matters

WEC Energy Group is one of the largest electric and natural gas utilities in the Midwest, serving customers in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota. The company's stock performance and institutional ownership are closely watched as indicators of the broader utility sector's health and investor sentiment.

The details

Country Trust Bank's increased position in WEC Energy Group was part of a broader investment strategy. The bank added 15,182 shares to its existing holdings during the fourth quarter. WEC Energy Group's stock price has seen steady growth in recent years, driven by the company's focus on renewable energy expansion and infrastructure upgrades.

  • Country Trust Bank filed its SEC disclosure on April 7, 2026.
  • The bank increased its WEC Energy Group stake in the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Country Trust Bank

A financial services firm that manages investments and provides banking services.

WEC Energy Group, Inc.

A Milwaukee-based utility holding company that provides electricity and natural gas to customers in the Midwest.

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What’s next

Investors will likely continue to monitor WEC Energy Group's stock price and institutional ownership trends as a gauge of the utility industry's overall performance.

The takeaway

Country Trust Bank's increased stake in WEC Energy Group reflects the continued investor interest in well-established Midwest utility companies that are adapting to the changing energy landscape.