NextEra Energy (NEE, Financial) was a notable performer in the utilities sector, as highlighted in Bernard Horn (Trades, Portfolio)'s Polaris Global Value Fund 2nd-Quarter Letter 2024 Q2. The company announced solid earnings in April, which propelled the stock forward in May and June. Additionally, a series of top management changes, including the appointment of a new EVP and CFO, were well received by the market.
"Utility holding, NextEra Energy, announced solid earnings in April, propelling the stock forward in May and June. A number of top management changes in early May were also well received by the market, as Kirk Crews was appointed EVP and chief risk officer, while Brian Bolster was announced as new EVP and CFO." — Bernard Horn (Trades, Portfolio), Polaris Global Value Fund, Q2 2024 Fund Letter
Read full letter at gurufocus Bernard Horn's Polaris Global Value Fund 2nd-Quarter Letter 2024 Q2 page.