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Why Citi just turned bullish on Centrica. And why the Middle East conflict is key

Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA), the British Gas owner, has been upgraded to buy by Citi, which raised its price target on the stock to 218 pence from 200 pence, arguing that rising geopolitical tensions and volatile gas prices make the company's strategic assets increasingly valuable. The US bank said the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and recent gas price rises were likely to sharpen the UK government's focus on energy security, benefiting Centrica in particular, given its ownership of Rough, the UK's largest gas storage facility, and its involvement in the proposed Sizewell C nuclear power station in Suffolk.

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US bank downgrades Centrica, citing lack of near-term catalysts

Jefferies has cut its rating on Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA), the British Gas owner, from 'buy' to 'hold', arguing that the stock's strong run this year has left it looking fully valued against a backdrop of limited near-term growth and deteriorating earnings momentum. The investment bank said Centrica's shares, which have risen more than 10% in 2026, now trade at around 10 times its estimated 2030 earnings, a level it considers to reflect a more balanced risk-reward rather than a compelling buying opportunity.

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RBC raises Centrica price target to 225p as nuclear extensions shore up medium-term earnings

The British Gas owner is betting its future on contracted infrastructure assets, but the retail and trading businesses still have something to prove Nuclear power is doing the heavy lifting in Centrica PLC's (LSE:CNA) revised growth story. RBC Capital Markets lifted its price target on the British Gas parent to 225p from 215p, after the company formally extended the operating lives of four of its five nuclear facilities, adding around £300m to projected EBITDA by 2030.

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UK's Centrica signs natural gas supply deal with Canada's Whitecap Resources

Centrica said on Tuesday it has signed a 10-year natural gas supply agreement with Canada's Whitecap Resources , as the British Gas-owner seeks to manage market-price exposure across its liquefied natural gas portfolio.

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American bank says Centrica's transformation deserves a higher valuation

Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) is in the middle of rewiring itself as an energy business, and JP Morgan thinks the market is not giving it enough credit for what that transformation will deliver. The US investment bank has reiterated its 'overweight' rating on the British Gas owner with a street-high price target of 224p, implying 19% upside from current levels.

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Centrica: Leading bank flags weaker 2026 outlook and pauses buyback

UBS reiterated its 'buy' rating on Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) with a 12-month price target of 200p following full-year results, despite flagging no incremental positives in the release. The shares closed at 196p on 18 February 2026, implying forecast price appreciation of 2.0% and a forecast total return of 4.8%, below UBS's market return assumption of 8.6%.

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Centrica shares fall 8% as buyback paused to fund nuclear and LNG investments

Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) led the Footsie list of losers in early trading, with the shares dropping 8% on the surprise news that the British Gas owner is pausing its share buyback programme to redirect capital towards major infrastructure projects, including Sizewell C. Chief executive Chris O'Shea said: “Pausing the buyback enables us to prioritise investment that creates lasting value for shareholders, while continuing to deliver the reliable, affordable energy that households and businesses need to power economic growth through the transition.

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Centrica presses pause on buyback to invest in Sizewell C nuclear plant

Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) has paused its share buyback programme as it redirects capital towards major projects, including the build-out of the Sizewell C nuclear power station and the acquisition of the Grain liquefied natural gas terminal. The British energy supplier said it had completed its £2 billion buyback in January 2026, having repurchased a quarter of its share capital at an average price of 136p since late 2022.

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FTSE 100 Index shares to watch next week: Centrica, Glencore, BAE Systems, IHG

The FTSE 100 Index remained in a tight range near its all-time high as top British companies like Barratt Redrow, AstraZeneca, BP, and Barclays published their financial results. It also wavered after the Office of National Statistics (ONS) published the relatively weak GDP report on Thursday.

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British Gas owner Centrica sells three 'non core' businesses

Centrica PLC has completed the sale of three non-core energy solutions businesses in Europe for more than £80 million as the British Gas owner sharpens its focus on higher growth areas. The FTSE 100 company said its energy solutions operations in Italy and the Netherlands have been sold to Joulz, a portfolio company of 3i Infrastructure PLC.

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RBC sees earnings momentum and capital discipline driving upside at Centrica

Broker lifts target as services growth, smart meters and infrastructure optionality underpin medium-term value creation RBC Capital Markets has reiterated its 'outperform' rating on Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA), raising its price target to 215p, as it argues the group is entering a period of improving earnings quality, stronger visibility and attractive capital returns. The analysts highlight a combination of operational discipline, capital allocation strength and multiple medium-term catalysts that are not fully reflected in the current valuation.

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Centrica's Spirit sells North Sea assets to Serica Energy

British Gas owner Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) will get £39 million after its majority-owned Spirit Energy sold its final 15% interest in the Cygnus gas field, along with all other producing assets in the Greater Markham Area and Southern North Sea, to Serica Energy for a total transaction value of approximately £98 million. The deal includes £57 million in headline consideration and the transfer of £41 million in decommissioning liabilities.

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Centrica set to benefit if UK provides funding to extend life of nuclear reactors

UBS said Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) has upside potential from a UK government consultation that could extend the life of existing nuclear assets via the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme. The UK government yesterday published a consultation on offering CfDs for existing reactors.

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ECP Successfully Closes Acquisition of Grain LNG with Centrica plc

SUMMIT, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Energy Capital Partners (“ECP”), a leading investment firm in the energy transition infrastructure sector, along with its 50/50 joint venture partner Centrica plc (“Centrica), today announced the completion of the Grain LNG acquisition from National Grid for an enterprise value of approximately £1.5 billion. “We are thrilled to partner with Centrica, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the UK energy markets, as we execute our joint vision to enhance.

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Citi cools on Centrica after strong run

Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) share price has had a storming year, but Citi thinks the best of the gains may now be behind it. The broker has cut its rating on the British Gas owner to 'neutral' from 'buy', keeping its 12-month price target at 185p.

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Centrica target upgraded as Berenberg eyes growth in shareholder returns

British Gas owner Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) has been kept as a 'Buy' over at Berenberg, with the European bank's analysts lifting their price target to 190p from 155p. It comes based on the analyst's view of Centrica's balance sheet flexibility, and scope for higher shareholder returns.

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Centrica confirms life extensions of two UK nuclear stations until 2028

British Gas owner Centrica said on Tuesday the life of two nuclear power stations in the UK, in which it has a 20% share, has been extended until 2028.

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Centrica hails life extensions to two nuclear plants

British Gas owner Centrica PLC (LSE:CNA) hailed the one-year life extensions of the Heysham 1 and Hartlepool nuclear power stations, where it holds a 20% stake. Both plants are now expected to operate until March 2028, with the extensions expected to add three terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity generation between 2026 and 2030.

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Leading investment bank hails Centrica's £1.48bn Grain LNG deal as “good value” with long-term earnings boost

Citi has backed Centrica PLC's (LSE:CNA) purchase of a stake in the Grain liquefied natural gas terminal, calling the deal “good value” and supportive of long-term earnings. Centrica will acquire 50% of National Grid's Grain facility in a joint venture with Energy Capital Partners, valuing the asset at £1.48 billion including debt.

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British Gas owner Centrica enters natural gas deal with US-based Devon Energy

British Gas owner Centrica said on Friday it has entered into a natural gas agreement with Devon Energy , in which the U.S.-based firm will supply an equivalent to five LNG cargoes per year over a 10-year term from 2028.

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