NorthWestern Energy hailed as a 'winning' stock by Jim Cramer, alongside favorable views on this financial equity.

Aug 5, 2026, 8:02 AM ETOpinionRead the original at benzinga.com

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Reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings, leading to a bullish outlook.

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NorthWestern beat Q2 estimates and got a Jim Cramer “winning” call, with EPS 50c vs 44c and sales $392.6M vs $380.6M. That matters because it validates the quarter and puts the name back in focus. The market barely moved, up ~1.4%, and RSI sits mid-50s, so the move is not stretched or fully priced. Low beta and utility status mean upside likely measured, not explosive. Our take: we lean bullish. The beat plus media spotlight favors more upside, but higher rates or regulatory noise are the main caps on the rally.

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