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Sempra Energy serves one of the largest utility customer bases in the United States. It distributes natural gas and electricity in Southern California and owns 80% of Oncor, a transmission and distribution business in Texas. SoCalGas and San Diego Gas & Electric distribute gas to more than 20 million customers, while Oncor serves more than 10 million Texas customers. Sempra Infrastructure partners, of which Sempra holds a controlling ownership, owns and operates liquefied natural gas facilities in North America and infrastructure in Mexico.

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Wells Fargo analyst Sarah Akers maintains Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $87 to $96.

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Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Sempra, Raises Price Target to $96

Across the recent three months, 9 analysts have shared their insights on Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
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<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $90.0, along with a high estimate of $98.00 and a low estimate of $80.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $84.57, the current average has increased by 6.42%.
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<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Sempra by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Durgesh Chopra</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Julien Dumoulin-Smith</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Eric Beaumont</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Arcaro</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ross Fowler</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Arcaro</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Beaumont</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Sempra. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Sempra compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Sempra's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Sempra's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Sempra analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Sempra</h2>
Sempra Energy serves one of the largest utility customer bases in the United States. It distributes natural gas and electricity in Southern California and owns 80% of Oncor, a transmission and distribution business in Texas. SoCalGas and San Diego Gas &amp; Electric distribute gas to more than 20 million customers, while Oncor serves more than 10 million Texas customers. Sempra Infrastructure partners, of which Sempra holds a controlling ownership, owns and operates liquefied natural gas facilities in North America and infrastructure in Mexico.
<h3>Sempra: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Sempra faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -9.72% in revenue growth as of 30 June, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Utilities sector.
Net Margin: Sempra's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 23.68% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Sempra's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.51%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Sempra's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.79%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Sempra's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.15, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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The Analyst Verdict: Sempra In The Eyes Of 9 Experts

Evercore ISI Group analyst Durgesh Chopra maintains Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $84 to $88.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Sempra, Raises Price Target to $88

An &#8220;everything rally&#8221; powered Wall Street on Wednesday after the 2024 election results, with Donald Trump emerging as the clear presidential winner. The Republican Party reclaimed control of the Senate, while the House of Representatives leans Republican <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41778433/s-p-500-dow-hit-record-highs-after-trump-win-fear-index-drops-20">but remains undecided.</a>
The major U.S. equity indices – the S&amp;P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq 100 – surged to record highs in early trading, as investor optimism grew on expectations of more favorable tax policies. 
The S&amp;P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow posted gains of 2.3%, 2.4%, and 3.3%, respectively.
However, the real standouts were small caps and bank stocks, with investors turning to domestic businesses and U.S. banks in anticipation of potential tariff protections and further financial deregulation. 
The Russell 2000 jumped 5.5%, marking its largest single-day increase in two years. 
Large-cap bank stocks climbed 6%, while regional banks tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P Regional Banking ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KRE#NYSE">KRE</a>) soared 13%—both seeing their biggest one-day gains since November 2020, when the first COVID-19 vaccine was announced.
Clean energy stocks were among the day's worst performers, with the Invesco Solar ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAN#NYSE">TAN</a>) plunging 11% for its steepest drop since March 2020, as investors braced for potential rollbacks on green initiatives under the Trump administration.
In the foreign exchange market, the U.S. dollar initially rallied nearly 2% before paring gains to 1.4% as traders awaited a Federal Reserve interest rate cut on Thursday.
Treasury yields spiked as expectations rose for larger budget deficits under Republican fiscal policies and higher inflation due to potential tariffs. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed 14 basis points to 4.41%, reaching a four-month high.
Gold prices fell 2.8%, silver dropped over 4%, while natural gas rose 3.8%. Oil prices remained steady.
In the cryptocurrency market, risk appetite thrived, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) rising over 8% to reach a record high of $75,000. Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) gained 10%, and Dogecoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>) surged 14%, the strongest performance among the top 10 cryptocurrencies.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, Sectors</h3>
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<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day % chg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,388.20</td>
<td>5.6%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,739.86</td>
<td>3.6%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,740.09</td>
<td>2.5%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,922.98</td>
<td>2.4%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
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<th>Sector</th>
<th>1-day % chg</th>
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<td>Financials</td>
<td>6.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Energy</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Industrials</td>
<td>3.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cons. Discretionary</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Technology</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Communications</td>
<td>1.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Materials</td>
<td>1.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Health Care</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Utilities</td>
<td>-0.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cons. Staples</td>
<td>-1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Real Estate</td>
<td>-3.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:30 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 2.4% to $590.30.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;rallied 3.5% to $437.05.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) soared 2.5% to $504.69.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) spiked 5.6% to $236.23.</li>
<li>The Financials Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>) outperformed, rising 6%. The Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) lagged, down 3.3%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wednesday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
Stocks reacting to earnings reports were: 
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<li>Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADM#NYSE">ADM</a>), up 2%, </li>
<li>Devon Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>), up 1.8%, </li>
<li>Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>), down 22%, </li>
<li>CVS Health Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>), up 12%,</li>
<li>DBA Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>), up 5.8%, </li>
<li>American Electric Power Company Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEP#NASDAQ">AEP</a>), down 3%, </li>
<li>Cencora Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COR#NYSE">COR</a>), up 5.5%, </li>
<li>Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>), up 10.7%, </li>
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Major companies moving in reaction to election results were: 
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<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), up 14.8%, </li>
<li>Capital One Financial Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COF#NYSE">COF</a>), up 14.4%, </li>
<li>Morgan Stanley (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MS#NYSE">MS</a>), up 13.1%, </li>
<li>Wells Fargo &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WFC#NYSE">WFC</a>), up 13.1%, </li>
<li>The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>), up 12.9%. </li>
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The rallies in the stock and crypto markets drove shares of Robinhood Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) and Coinbase Global Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) up by 18% and 26%, respectively.
Major losers among clean energy stocks included Enphase Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ENPH#NASDAQ">ENPH</a>) and First Solar Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FSLR#NASDAQ">FSLR</a>), down 16.7% and 10.5%, respectively. 
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Earnings Guidance and Financial Update
Sempra is updating its full-year 2024 GAAP earnings-per-common share (EPS) guidance range to $4.86 to $5.16 reflecting actual results through the third quarter and affirming its full-year 2024 adjusted EPS guidance range of $4.60 to $4.90. The company is also affirming its full-year 2025 EPS guidance range of $4.90 to $5.25.
In addition, the company has put in place a $3 billion at-the-market (ATM) equity offering program to support general corporate purposes including its future financing needs and is also affirming its projected long-term EPS growth rate of approximately 6% to 8%.

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Sempra Reaffirms Its 2024 Adjusted EPS Guidance Of $4.60-$4.90 Vs $4.80 Est. And 2025 Adjusted EPS Of $4.90-$5.25 Vs $5.14 Est.

Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.89 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.05 by 15.24 percent. This is a 17.59 percent decrease over earnings of $1.08 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.776 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $3.540 billion by 21.58 percent. This is a 16.74 percent decrease over sales of $3.334 billion the same period last year.

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Sempra Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.89 Misses $1.05 Estimate, Sales $2.776B Miss $3.540B Estimate

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<li>Jefferies analyst Julien Dumoulin-Smith initiated coverage on Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $98. Sempra shares closed at $85.96 on Wednesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Jefferies Initiates Coverage On Sempra with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $98

During the last three months, 8 analysts shared their evaluations of Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $88.5, with a high estimate of $96.00 and a low estimate of $80.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 4.82% from the previous average price target of $84.43.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729526412_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Sempra is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Beaumont</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Arcaro</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ross Fowler</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Arcaro</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Beaumont</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Durgesh Chopra</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Sempra. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Sempra compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Sempra's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Sempra's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Sempra analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Sempra's Background</h2>
Sempra Energy serves one of the largest utility customer bases in the United States. It distributes natural gas and electricity in Southern California and owns 80% of Oncor, a transmission and distribution business in Texas. SoCalGas and San Diego Gas &amp; Electric distribute gas to more than 20 million customers, while Oncor serves more than 10 million Texas customers. Sempra Infrastructure partners, of which Sempra holds a controlling ownership, owns and operates liquefied natural gas facilities in North America and infrastructure in Mexico.
<h3>Sempra: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Sempra's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -9.72% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Utilities sector.
Net Margin: Sempra's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 23.68%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Sempra's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 2.51%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Sempra's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 0.79%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.15.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Unveiling 8 Analyst Insights On Sempra

BMO Capital analyst James Thalacker maintains Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $93 to $96.

BMO Capital Maintains Outperform on Sempra, Raises Price Target to $96

Sempra's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) short percent of float has fallen 5.24% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 11.35 million shares sold short, which is 1.99% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.33 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Sempra Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729279813_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Sempra has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Sempra's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Sempra's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.74%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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How Is The Market Feeling About Sempra?

As of Oct. 17, 2024, two stocks in the utilities sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to Benzinga Pro. 
Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Vistra Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Vistra will report its third quarter 2024 financial and operating results on Thursday, Nov. 7. The company's stock gained around 49% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VST">52-week high of $143.86</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 74.63&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>VST Price Action: Shares of Vistra gained 5.8% to close at $135.69 on Wednesday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>On Oct. 1, Barclays analyst Eric Beaumont maintained Sempra with an Overweight and raised the price target from $87 to $89. The company's stock gained around 5% over the past five days and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRE">has a 52-week high</a> of $85.83.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 71.96</li>
<li>SRE Price Action: Shares of Sempra rose 1.9% to close at $85.66 on Wednesday.</li>
</ul>
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Top 2 Utilities Stocks That Are Ticking Portfolio Bombs

As the third-quarter earnings season approaches, Goldman Sachs has issued a note identifying key stock opportunities for investors looking to profit <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41255250/banks-gear-up-for-earnings-season-15-top-stock-picks-including-citigroup-morgan-stanley-and-truist">from financial results.</a>
Analyst John Marshall and his team shared their insights on Thursday, highlighting 18 stocks that could benefit from upward earnings revisions and seven stocks likely to face downward revisions.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The &#8216;Stock Picker&#8217;s Year&#8217;: 10% Upside In S&amp;P 500</h3>
Goldman Sachs analysts call 2024 "the year of the stock picker," emphasizing the importance of selective investing in a volatile earnings environment.
According to the investment bank&#8217;s latest projections, the average S&amp;P 500 stock could see a 10% upside over the next 12 months. 
"We see relief rally potential," Marshall stated in his note. "Directional positioning in the options market is balanced, a much better set-up than this time last quarter."
The analysts also observed that activity in options markets, both from hedge funds and retail traders, has decreased recently, signaling a "wait-and-see" approach as investors prepare for third-quarter earnings reports and the upcoming U.S. elections.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Earnings Season Volatility Remains Elevated</h3>
Goldman Sachs highlighted that single-stock volatility surrounding earnings events remains at a 14-year high. 
This trend, driven by critical market debates on topics like artificial intelligence, interest rates, and the upcoming election, is expected to continue through the remainder of the year.
&#8220;We expect earnings day moves to remain elevated as most of the key debates for the market have winners and losers in the equity space,&#8221; the note added. 
With this heightened volatility, the firm continues to recommend options-based strategies, advising investors to consider buying options ahead of earnings events and selling options between earnings periods to capitalize on price movements.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">18 Stocks Goldman Sachs Is Bullish On For Third-Quarter Earnings</h3>
Goldman Sachs&#8217; analysts have identified 18 stocks they believe are primed for upside as earnings revisions could be favorable. These stocks span a variety of sectors, from energy and financials to healthcare and technology.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Sector</th>
<th>Earnings Date (e)</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Gap Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAP#NYSE">GAP</a>)</td>
<td>Discretionary</td>
<td>Nov. 15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Permian Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PR#NYSE">PR</a>)</td>
<td>Energy</td>
<td>Nov. 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>)</td>
<td>Financials</td>
<td>Oct. 15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Synchrony Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYF#NYSE">SYF</a>)</td>
<td>Financials</td>
<td>Oct. 16</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>)</td>
<td>Healthcare</td>
<td>Oct. 30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Boston Scientific (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSX#NYSE">BSX</a>)</td>
<td>Healthcare</td>
<td>Oct. 23</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Merck &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>)</td>
<td>Healthcare</td>
<td>Oct. 31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Qiagen NV (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QGEN#NYSE">QGEN</a>)</td>
<td>Healthcare</td>
<td>Oct. 30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AZEK Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZEK#NYSE">AZEK</a>)</td>
<td>Industrials</td>
<td>Nov. 29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADT Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADT#NYSE">ADT</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Dec. 6</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dell Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Klaviyo (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KVYO#NYSE">KVYO</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Monday.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 13</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Snowflake Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 29</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toast Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOST#NYSE">TOST</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>)</td>
<td>Utilities</td>
<td>Nov. 4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">7 Stocks Goldman Sachs Is Bearish On For Third-Quarter Earnings</h3>
In contrast, the investment bank has identified seven stocks that they expect to face downward earnings revisions in the third quarter, advising investors to exercise caution.
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<th>Company</th>
<th>Sector</th>
<th>Earnings Date (e)</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Choice Hotels (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHH#NYSE">CHH</a>)</td>
<td>Discretionary</td>
<td>Nov. 7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cheniere Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CQP#NYSE">CQP</a>)</td>
<td>Energy</td>
<td>Nov. 1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Janus Henderson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JHG#NYSE">JHG</a>)</td>
<td>Financials</td>
<td>Oct. 31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LyondellBasell (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LYB#NYSE">LYB</a>)</td>
<td>Materials</td>
<td>Nov. 1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clorox Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>)</td>
<td>Staples</td>
<td>Nov. 1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kraft Heinz Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>)</td>
<td>Staples</td>
<td>Oct. 30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Upstart Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPST#NASDAQ">UPST</a>)</td>
<td>TMT</td>
<td>Nov. 7</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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18 Stocks To Buy, 7 To Sell This Earnings Season: Goldman Sachs Calls It 'The Year Of The Stock Picker'

Barclays analyst Eric Beaumont maintains Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $87 to $89.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Sempra, Raises Price Target to $89

In the current market session, Sempra Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) stock price is at $82.20, after a 0.22% drop. However, over the past month, the company's stock increased by 0.72%, and in the past year, by 20.84%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is not performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727357413_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>How Does Sempra P/E Compare to Other Companies?</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 19.77 in the Multi-Utilities industry, Sempra Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 17.74. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727357413_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

P/E Ratio Insights for Sempra

Morgan Stanley analyst David Arcaro maintains Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $80 to $85.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Sempra, Raises Price Target to $85

BofA Securities analyst Ross Fowler reinstated the Buy rating on Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>), Pacific Gas &amp; Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PCG#NYSE">PCG</a>) and Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>).
The analyst writes that the companies are trading at discounts due to past wildfire concerns. Despite higher customer rates and concerns over affordability, California&#8217;s mechanisms for managing wildfire risks are among the best in the country, and recent developments create a favorable entry point for investors, adds the analyst.
Last month, the Park fire, the largest wildfire currently burning in the U.S., ravaged over 426,000 acres in Northern California, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40266751/the-park-fire-rages-on-which-companies-could-be-affected-by-californias-fourth-largest-wildfire-" rel="noreferrer noopener">particularly within Lassen National Forest</a>.
The fire spread rapidly due to hot, dry conditions and dense vegetation. Due to the region's rugged terrain, firefighters face difficulties in managing the fire. This fire has become the fourth largest in California history and could surpass the third-largest Mendocino Complex fire.
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EIX: The analyst reinstates the Buy rating <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EIX/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">with a $95 price target</a>.
Fowler writes that the proposed settlement covering ~60% of wildfire liabilities could positively impact recovery from Woolsey fire expenses. The analyst adds that as an electric-only California utility, EIX is well-positioned to benefit from the state&#8217;s electrification policy.
The analyst expects project EPS of $4.97 (vs. consensus: $4.94) for 2024, $5.63 (same as consensus) for 2025, and $6.09 (street view: $5.99) for 2026.
PCG: Fowler reinstates the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/pcg/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">Buy rating with a price target of $24</a>.
The analyst writes that management has effectively cleaned up the company post-emergence, and PCG is evolving into a more regulated utility.
Customer rates are high, but the analyst expects the company to resemble peers by 2026.
Projected EPS are $1.37 (vs. consensus: $1.36) for 2024, $1.50 (vs. consensus: $1.49) for 2025, and $1.62 (vs. street view of $1.61) for 2026.
SRE: Fowler reinstates the Buy rating with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sre/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">price target of $94</a>.
The analyst says that SRE&#8217;s performance is often overshadowed by LNG headlines, though the regulated utilities in California and Texas drive value.
Capital plans shift earnings toward regulated sectors, and future LNG projects offer equity sell-down opportunities, adds the analyst.
Fowler projects EPS of $4.80 (vs. cons.: $4.77) for 2024, $5.16 (vs. $5.15 street view) for 2025 and $5.67 (vs. analyst cons. of $5.53) for 2026.
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California Utilities EIX, PCG, And SRE Offer Strong Buy Opportunities Despite Past Wildfire Concerns, Says BofA Analyst

B of A Securities analyst Ross Fowler reinstates Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) with a Buy and announces $94 price target.

B of A Securities Reinstates Buy on Sempra, Announces $94 Price Target

In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $84.0, along with a high estimate of $93.00 and a low estimate of $76.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.61% increase from the previous average price target of $82.67.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726149938_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The perception of Sempra by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Arcaro</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eric Beaumont</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Durgesh Chopra</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Thalacker</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Arcaro</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$79.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Sempra. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Sempra compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Sempra's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Sempra's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Sempra analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Sempra Better</h2>
Sempra Energy serves one of the largest utility customer bases in the United States. It distributes natural gas and electricity in Southern California and owns 80% of Oncor, a transmission and distribution business in Texas. SoCalGas and San Diego Gas &amp; Electric distribute gas to more than 20 million customers, while Oncor serves more than 10 million Texas customers. Sempra Infrastructure partners, of which Sempra holds a controlling ownership, owns and operates liquefied natural gas facilities in North America and infrastructure in Mexico.
<h3>Sempra: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Sempra's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -9.72% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Utilities sector.
Net Margin: Sempra's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 23.68% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Sempra's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 2.51%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.79%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Sempra's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 1.15.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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