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DTE Energy Earnings Miss: Google Data Center Deal Puts Michigan Utility’s Growth Story Under Pressure
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DTE Energy missed first-quarter profit expectations due to losses in its energy trading unit, despite reiterating its 2026 guidance and emphasizing data center partnerships with Google and Oracle as key growth drivers. The company is facing scrutiny over a proposed $474.3 million electric rate hike, which the Michigan attorney general opposes, while highlighting that the Google data center deal is expected to bring affordability benefits to existing customers. Regulatory approvals and the timely execution of large capital projects are crucial for DTE to achieve its financial targets and long-term growth.