FirstEnergy Corp. demonstrated solid performance in Q3 2025, reporting core earnings growth of 9% year-over-year and raising its full-year guidance midpoint amid increased capital investment.

• Q3 GAAP earnings per share rose to $0.76, while core earnings reached $0.83, reflecting strong execution of customer-focused initiatives.
• Year-to-date capital investments in regulated utilities increased by 30% to $4 billion, with a planned 10% boost to the 2025 capital plan totaling $5.5 billion.
• The company anticipates a dramatic increase in peak load demand, projecting growth of 15 gigawatts by 2035, driven by data center expansions in its service area.
• FirstEnergy is pursuing strategic investments in West Virginia, including a 1.2-gigawatt gas generation project, aligned with state energy goals.
• Incremental investments in transmission infrastructure are expected to grow by 30% in the upcoming 2026 to 2030 capital plan, enhancing service reliability amidst rising demand.