CenterPoint Energy reports strong Q2 2026 results; provides update on ERCOT’s Batch Zero process; increases 10-year capital plan; reiterates full-year 2026 guidance

CenterPoint Energy reports strong Q2 2026 results; provides update on ERCOT’s Batch Zero process; increases…

CenterPoint increases 10-year capital plan to $66.7B with 14 GW new base load capacity (ERCOT +65% from current peak). Houston becomes competitive AI hub: -$5B connection costs over decade shift global data center placement toward Texas infrastructure.