The total return for Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) stock is +16.84% over the past 12 months vs. +22.13% for the S&P 500. So far it's up +6.51% this year. Includes price appreciation + reinvested dividends.
Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL) Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGR) Summary
| Category | 1Y (TTM) | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price CAGR | +13.26% | +7.16% | +2.32% | +6.21% | +8.17% | +7.17% |
| Total Return CAGR | +16.84% | +10.87% | +5.61% | +9.53% | +11.84% | +11.14% |
| Revenue CAGR | +7.93% | (1.86%) | +3.82% | +3.16% | +2.43% | +1.91% |
| Net Income CAGR | +8.29% | +5.63% | +6.31% | +6.89% | +6.72% | +7.02% |
| EPS CAGR | 0.00% | +2.76% | +4.20% | +5.89% | +5.11% | +5.15% |
| Free Cash Flow CAGR | (6.15%) | (6.15%) | (15.80%) | (12.19%) | - | - |
| Operating Cash Flow CAGR | (85.54%) | (46.33%) | (20.01%) | (13.43%) | (7.03%) | (3.27%) |
| Dividends CAGR | +72.21% | +13.18% | +10.45% | +8.25% | +7.16% | +6.18% |
CAGR Trends History
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XEL Total Return CAGR Chart
Xcel Energy Inc. (XEL)
Annual Total Returns Comparison
| Year | Start Value | End Value | XEL Return | SPY Return | Outperformance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | 1132.52 | 1206.19 | +6.51% | +7.07% | (0.56%) |
| 2025 | 994.37 | 1132.52 | +13.89% | +17.72% | (3.83%) |
| 2024 | 885.55 | 994.37 | +12.29% | +24.89% | (12.60%) |
| 2023 | 969.86 | 885.55 | (8.69%) | +26.19% | (34.88%) |
| 2022 | 910.94 | 969.86 | +6.47% | (18.17%) | +24.64% |
| 2021 | 872.56 | 910.94 | +4.40% | +28.74% | (24.34%) |
| 2020 | 809.21 | 872.56 | +7.83% | +18.37% | (10.54%) |
| 2019 | 611.36 | 809.21 | +32.36% | +31.22% | +1.14% |
| 2018 | 577.61 | 611.36 | +5.84% | (4.56%) | +10.40% |
| 2017 | 473.87 | 577.61 | +21.89% | +21.70% | +0.19% |
About Xcel Energy Inc.
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.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Electric
- CEO
- Robert C. Frenzel