NWEMEDIUM SIGNALOPERATIONAL10-K

NWE significantly expanded its coal generation capacity by increasing ownership in the Colstrip facility from 30% of Unit 4 to 55% of both Units 3 and 4, while simultaneously announcing a pending corporate name change to Bright Horizon Energy Corporation following a merger agreement.

The substantial increase in coal-fired generation capacity represents a notable operational expansion but carries heightened regulatory and environmental risks given increasing scrutiny of fossil fuel assets. The pending merger and corporate rebranding suggests a strategic transformation is underway, though the combination of expanded coal exposure with a "clean energy" oriented name creates potential messaging conflicts for investors focused on ESG considerations.

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FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

The company's balance sheet shows improved liquidity with current assets growing 20.5% while current liabilities declined 13.1%, suggesting stronger working capital management. However, net income fell meaningfully by 19.2% to $181.1M, indicating operational headwinds despite the improved balance sheet positioning. The modest 11.7% increase in accounts receivable aligns with expanded operations but the earnings decline raises questions about profitability amid the asset expansion.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT CHANGES
Current Assets
Balance Sheet
+20.5%
$418.2M→$503.9M

Current assets grew 20.5% — improving short-term liquidity or inventory/receivables build.

Net Income
P&L
-19.2%
$224.1M→$181.1M

Net income declined 19.2% — review whether driven by operations, interest costs, or non-recurring items.

Current Liabilities
Balance Sheet
-13.1%
$802.2M→$697.5M

Current liabilities reduced — improved short-term financial position and working capital health.

Accounts Receivable
Balance Sheet
+11.7%
$187.8M→$209.8M

Receivables grew 11.7% — monitor days sales outstanding for collection efficiency.

LANGUAGE CHANGES
NEW — 2026-02-12
PRIOR — 2025-02-13
ADDED
As of February 6, 2026, 61,443,621 shares of the registrant s common stock, par value $0.01 per share, were outstanding.
Bright Horizon Energy Corporation (Bright Horizon Energy) - The new corporate name that Black Hills will assume following the completion of the Merger Agreement.
Colstrip - A jointly owned sub-bituminous coal fired electric generation facility located near Colstrip, Montana, of which, as of January 1, 2026, we have a 55 percent ownership of Units 3 4.
DGGS - The Dave Gates Generating Station at Mill Creek, Montana, a 150 MW natural gas fired electric generation facility.
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) - Gas that traps heat in the atmosphere.
Hedging - Entering into transactions to manage various types of risk (e.g.
Upon the completion of the holding company reorganization in 2023, NW Corp became a subsidiary of NorthWestern Energy Group.
On August 18, 2025, we entered into the Merger Agreement with Black Hills and Merger Sub, that provides for an all-stock merger of equals between NorthWestern and Black Hills (the Merger).
The Merger Agreement provides for Merger Sub to merge with and into NorthWestern, with NorthWestern continuing as the surviving entity and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Black Hills, which would assume the new corporate name of Bright Horizon Energy as the resulting parent company of the combined corporate group.
The Merger will combine the strengths of both companies, resulting in an organization with greater scale, financial stability, and operational expertise.
REMOVED
As of February 7, 2025, 61,328,041 shares of the registrant s common stock, par value $0.01 per share, were outstanding.
Colstrip - A jointly owned sub-bituminous coal fired facility located near Colstrip, Montana, of which we have a 30 percent ownership of Unit 4.
We have entered into agreements to acquire an additional 40 percent ownership in Units 3 4 on December 31, 2025.
DGGS - The Dave Gates Generating Station at Mill Creek, a 150 MW natural gas fired facility.
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) - Gas that traps heat in the atmosphere Hedging - Entering into transactions to manage various types of risk (e.g.
On January 1, 2024, we completed the second and final phase of our holding company reorganization.
NW Corp contributed the assets and liabilities of its South Dakota and Nebraska regulated utilities to NWE Public Service, and then distributed its equity interest in NWE Public Service and certain other subsidiaries to NorthWestern Energy Group, resulting in NW Corp owning and operating the Montana regulated utility and NWE Public Service owning and operating the Nebraska and South Dakota utilities, each as a direct subsidiary of NorthWestern Energy Group.
10 For over a century, we have upheld our commitment to providing reliable and affordable electric and natural gas services while also being good stewards of the environment.
Our approach to sustainability encompasses not only environmental care but also strong corporate governance, meaningful community engagement, and a dedication to delivering long-term value for all stakeholders.
Our energy portfolio reflects a balanced mix of clean and traditional resources, ensuring we can deliver reliable electricity to customers around the clock.
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