Latest Contact Energy News

Contact Energy's February 2026 report reveals rising electricity and gas sales, improved generation efficiency, and robust hydro storage, underpinning a stable financial outlook for FY26.

Contact Energy Limited has updated its dividend announcement, confirming an ordinary dividend of NZD 0.16 per share and a supplementary dividend for non-New Zealand residents, payable in March 2026 with a full Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Contact Energy has issued over 51 million new shares at NZD 8.75 each, representing a 5.17% increase in its ordinary shares, aiming to strengthen its shareholder base through a carefully structured placement.

Contact Energy has successfully completed a NZ$450 million placement as part of a NZ$525 million equity raise, supported by both existing and new international investors. The company now opens a NZ$75 million retail offer to eligible shareholders, marking a significant capital expansion.

Contact Energy Limited has reported a striking 43.9% increase in net profit for the half-year ending December 2025, even as revenue fell by 5.3%. The company’s acquisition of Manawa Energy Limited has boosted its net tangible assets, underpinning a healthy interim dividend.

Contact Energy has announced a $525 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable energy projects, following a strong first half of FY26 with significant profit growth and strategic acquisitions.

Contact Energy's December 2025 report reveals stronger mass market sales and wholesale contracts alongside increased generation costs and ongoing renewable project developments.

Contact Energy's November 2025 report reveals increased electricity and gas sales alongside higher generation costs, while significant renewable projects advance on schedule.

Contact Energy's October 2025 report reveals rising electricity and gas sales, improved netbacks, and reduced generation costs, supported by robust hydro storage and advancing renewable projects.

Infratil Limited is expanding its footprint in New Zealand's energy sector by acquiring an additional 4.92% stake in Contact Energy for NZ$437.7 million, combining debt and equity financing.

Contact Energy's September 2025 report reveals a modest dip in sales volumes but improved netback prices and significantly lower generation costs, alongside robust hydro storage and advancing renewable projects.

Contact Energy's August 2025 report reveals stable retail sales, a notable drop in generation costs, and robust hydro storage, underpinning its renewable expansion plans.