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Space Junk Scare: China Delays Shenzhou‑20 Return After Suspected Debris Strike — What It Means for Astronaut Safety, Markets and the Space Race

Space Junk Scare: China Delays Shenzhou‑20 Return After Suspected Debris Strike — What It Means for Astronaut Safety, Markets and the Space Race

China’s space agency has delayed the Shenzhou‑20 crew’s landing after a suspected orbital debris strike, with no new return date set. Both Shenzhou‑20 and Shenzhou‑21 remain docked at Tiangong following a completed crew handover. Backup plans include returning the outgoing crew on Shenzhou‑21 or launching an emergency vehicle. This marks the first debris-related delay for a Shenzhou return.

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  • Erste Group Raises Southern Company Earnings Forecast for FY2026
    May 1, 2026, 8:32 AM EDT. Erste Group Bank has increased its full-year 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimate for Southern Company to $4.57 from $4.56, slightly below the consensus of $4.58. Several analysts have recently adjusted price targets, including Scotiabank and TD Cowen, reflecting cautious optimism. Southern's stock traded at $94.46, with a market capitalization of $106.59 billion. The utility missed quarterly EPS expectations by $0.01 but saw revenue rise 10.1% year-over-year to $6.98 billion. Southern also announced a $0.76 quarterly dividend payable June 8. The company maintains a strong financial position with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.69 and steady profitability metrics. Analyst ratings remain mixed, with a Hold consensus and an average target price near $99.

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Big Investors Are Circling CenterPoint Energy as Vanguard Reveals 49 Million-Share Stake

Big Investors Are Circling CenterPoint Energy as Vanguard Reveals 49 Million-Share Stake

1 May 2026
Vanguard Capital Management disclosed a 7.56% stake in CenterPoint Energy, holding 49.4 million shares with sole power to dispose of the entire position, according to an April 29 SEC filing. CenterPoint reported first-quarter net income of $316 million, up from $297 million a year earlier, and declared a quarterly dividend of 23 cents per share, payable June 11.
DTE Energy Earnings Miss: Google Data Center Deal Puts Michigan Utility’s Growth Story Under Pressure

DTE Energy Earnings Miss: Google Data Center Deal Puts Michigan Utility’s Growth Story Under Pressure

1 May 2026
DTE Energy missed first-quarter profit estimates, reporting adjusted earnings of $1.95 per share versus the $2.01 expected, as its energy trading unit posted a $25 million loss. Net income fell to $247 million from $445 million a year earlier. The company reaffirmed 2026 guidance and highlighted new Google and Oracle data-center deals. A $474.3 million electric rate request faces opposition from Michigan’s attorney general.
PECO’s New Boss Faces Safety Fight as Union Seeks State Probe of Aging Poles

PECO’s New Boss Faces Safety Fight as Union Seeks State Probe of Aging Poles

1 May 2026
IBEW Local 614 filed a petition Thursday asking Pennsylvania regulators to investigate PECO’s repair practices, citing damaged poles and equipment. The move comes days after Exelon replaced PECO CEO David Vahos with interim chief Mike Innocenzo. PECO denies the union’s claims, linking the filing to stalled contract talks. The union says its survey found hazardous conditions in multiple Philadelphia neighborhoods.
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