Sempra (SRE) Receives Upgrade to Overweight from Barclays

2 min readBy Investing Point

Barclays has upgraded Sempra (SRE) to an Overweight rating from its previous Equal-Weight designation as of October 19, 2025. The current price stands at $93.53.

This upgrade underscores a more optimistic outlook on Sempra's prospects, suggesting improved fundamentals or better-than-expected business performance. As a leading energy-service holding company, Sempra develops and operates energy infrastructure while providing electric and gas services. Headquartered in San Diego, California, the company employs 16,773 individuals and operates through segments including Sempra California, Sempra Texas Utilities, and Sempra Infrastructure.

Investors should note that analyst ratings and price targets are based on research and financial models. While they can offer valuable insights, these assessments are ultimately driven by assumptions that may not always hold true. Decisions regarding investments should encompass a variety of factors such as company fundamentals, competitive positioning, and industry trends.

Currently, Sempra has a market capitalization of $60.6 billion, a P/E ratio of 22.30, and an EPS of 4.20, with a notable dividend yield of 278.1%. Upcoming earnings reports are scheduled for August 4, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $1.00 and revenue expected to reach $3.2 billion. Recent performance has shown positive surprises in earnings, including a Q3 2025 EPS of $1.11 compared to an estimate of $0.92, reflecting a 20.5% surprise.

Analyst consensus indicates a Buy rating, with 5 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, and 8 Hold ratings among a total of 21 analysts. This upgrade from Barclays is part of a broader trend, as analysts continue to reassess Sempra's potential in the evolving energy landscape.

This brief was generated from structured financial data and reviewed by the Investing Point editorial team. It is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market data provided by Finnhub.

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