CenterPoint Energy Inc. recently held its Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call to discuss the company's financial performance and strategic initiatives. The event was attended by Jason Wells, President & CEO, and Chris Foster, CFO, with Ben Vallejo, Director of Investor Relations, moderating the session. Key topics covered during the call included the company's financial results, with a reported diluted earnings per share of $0.30 for the second quarter. Jason Wells highlighted the strong growth in the Houston Electric Service territory and the strategic decision to sell the Ohio gas local distribution company (LDC). "These decisions are never easy," Wells remarked, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the accelerated growth in Texas. Additionally, CenterPoint Energy announced a $500 million increase to its capital investment plan, now totaling $5.5 billion. Wells stated, "Today's added customer-driven investments represent our third capital increase this year," noting that these investments will be funded without issuing additional common equity. The full transcript can be accessed through the link below.