Wells Fargo Starts Alliant Energy (LNT) at Market Perform; Valuation Reflects Solid Fundamental Outlook

July 21, 2011 7:36 AM EDT
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Price: $70.60 +0.57%

Rating Summary:
    11 Buy, 7 Hold, 1 Sell

Rating Trend: = Flat

Today's Overall Ratings:
    Up: 13 | Down: 14 | New: 11
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Wells Fargo initiates coverage on Alliant Energy (NYSE: LNT) with a Market Perform.

Wells analyst says, "Our 11-13 EPS estimates are $2.85, $2.90 & $3.05. Positive attributes include attractive EPS growth prospects driven by regulated infrastructure investment opportunities and constructive regulatory environments. Our neutral rating primarily reflects valuation considerations. Our 12-18 month valuation range of $43-44/share is based on a P/E multiple (14.0X our 13E EPS of $3.05) and dividend discount analysis, and includes an incremental $0.75-1.00/share to reflect the estimated value of LNT's interest in 100 MW of wind turbines."

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Shares of Alliant Energy closed at $40.51 yesterday.


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