Itron Stock Surges Over 17% on Strong Earnings and Raised Guidance
Shares of Itron (NASDAQ:ITRI) surged more than 17% in early August after the company reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings. The utility technology provider exceeded analyst expectations with non-GAAP EPS of $1.59, up from a forecasted $1.29, and raised its full-year guidance to reflect strong demand for grid intelligence solutions driven by AI infrastructure growth. Itron's stock climbed as high as 18.7% during the week before settling at an increase of 17.4%. The company is positioned to benefit from increased electricity demand volatility due to rising artificial intelligence usage, which has boosted interest in its products for managing grid stability and efficiency.
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