NRG ENERGY, INC. 8-K

What Happened
NRG Energy, Inc. announced on February 2, 2026 (via an 8-K Regulation FD disclosure) that it has updated its previously communicated financial guidance for the year ended December 31, 2026. The update reflects the expected contribution from the portfolio of assets NRG acquired from LS Power. A press release describing the change was attached to the filing as Exhibit 99.1.

Key Details

• Filing date: February 2, 2026 (Current Report on Form 8-K, Item 7.01).
• Scope: Guidance update covers the full year ending December 31, 2026.
• Reason: Update reflects expected contributions from assets acquired from LS Power (acquisition-related impact).
• Disclosure: Press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the Form 8-K.

Why It Matters
Updated guidance can change investor expectations for NRG’s 2026 revenue, earnings and other financial metrics because it incorporates the newly acquired LS Power assets into the company’s outlook. This is a material operational update tied to an acquisition; investors should read the Exhibit 99.1 press release for the specific revised guidance figures and monitor subsequent financial reports or investor communications for detailed impacts on earnings and cash flow.