Stephen Byrd

Q: What is Stephen Byrd's success rate?

Stephen Byrd currently has a success rate of 97.66440334934623.

Q: What is the average return of Stephen Byrd's calls?

Their stock ratings have generated an average return of 18.4596517216398.

Morgan Stanley | Utilities

Stephen Byrd is an analyst from Morgan Stanley specializing in the Utilities sector. Ranked #1054 out of 4629 analysts, they have issued 46 stock ratings with a success rate of 97.66% and an average return of 18.46%.

Stephen Byrd has a well-established track record, with 46 ratings issued in the Utilities sector. They have consistently delivered a success rate of 97.66% and an average return of 18.46%, underscoring their expertise and ability to identify winning opportunities for investors.

#1054

Out of 4629

Total Ratings

+97.66%

Success Rate

+18.46%

Average Return

Recent Ratings Analysis

ATO

Hold

Apr 21, 2026

Target

$195.00

Current

$186.23

Performance

—

Stephen Byrd rated ATO as Equal-Weight on Apr 21, 2026, setting a price target of 195. The Hold stance appears justified, as shares hovered around 186.23 with a % move.

AEP

Buy

Apr 21, 2026

Target

$136.00

Current

$133.28

Performance

—

On Apr 21, 2026, AEP was given a Overweight rating by Stephen Byrd, with a target price of 136. The stock traded sideways with a % move, keeping the bullish thesis unresolved.

AEE

Hold

Apr 21, 2026

Target

$117.00

Current

$111.27

Performance

—

AEE received a Equal-Weight rating from Stephen Byrd on Apr 21, 2026, aiming for 117. Shares remained flat at 111.27, aligning with the neutral rating.

EGP

Hold

Apr 16, 2026

Target

$215.00

Current

$203.11

Performance

3.16%

On Apr 16, 2026, Stephen Byrd published a Equal-Weight outlook on EGP, with a target of 215. Sideways action left the Hold view intact, with no major move since 203.11.

AES

Hold

Mar 06, 2026

Target

$23.00

Current

$14.48

Performance

2.33%

Stephen Byrd on Mar 06, 2026 assigned AES a Equal-Weight rating, with a price target of 23. The Hold stance reflected consolidation, as shares held near 14.48.

BE

Buy

Feb 06, 2026

Target

$184.00

Current

$218.27

Performance

52.60%

On Feb 06, 2026, Stephen Byrd reaffirmed BE with a Overweight rating, targeting 184. The recommendation was supported by strong follow-through as the stock rose from 218.27 to 218.27.

CMS

Hold

Feb 02, 2026

Target

$75.00

Current

$77.04

Performance

9.20%

CMS was rated Equal-Weight by Stephen Byrd on Feb 02, 2026, with a price objective of 75. Despite caution, upside momentum rewarded risk-takers with gains to 77.04.

MGEE

Sell

Feb 02, 2026

Target

$73.00

Current

$78.34

Performance

-0.89%

On Feb 02, 2026, Stephen Byrd initiated coverage on MGEE with a Underweight rating and target of 73. Sideways trading kept the bearish case unconfirmed with the stock at 78.34.

SR

Buy

Dec 16, 2025

Target

$97.00

Current

$91.54

Performance

9.37%

Stephen Byrd issued a Overweight recommendation for SR on Dec 16, 2025, price target set at 97. Investors following the Buy call captured upside momentum, with shares now at 91.54.

RUN

Hold

Dec 02, 2025

Target

$21.00

Current

$12.18

Performance

-33.00%

On Dec 02, 2025, RUN was evaluated by Stephen Byrd, who gave a Equal-Weight rating and target of 21. The Hold call avoided chasing into subsequent weakness of 33.00%.

NRG

Hold

Oct 28, 2025

Target

$144.00

Current

$157.18

Performance

-9.02%

Stephen Byrd rated NRG as Equal-Weight on Oct 28, 2025, setting a price target of 144. The cautious Hold call aligned with subsequent weakness, as shares slipped 9.02%.

DUK

Hold

Oct 22, 2025

Target

$136.00

Current

$127.87

Performance

-0.90%

On Oct 22, 2025, DUK was given a Equal-Weight rating by Stephen Byrd, with a target price of 136. Market indecision, reflected in sideways trading near 127.87, supported the cautious call.

D

Hold

Oct 22, 2025

Target

$66.00

Current

$62.22

Performance

2.17%

D received a Equal-Weight rating from Stephen Byrd on Oct 22, 2025, aiming for 66. Shares remained flat at 62.22, aligning with the neutral rating.

ETR

Hold

Oct 22, 2025

Target

$93.00

Current

$113.66

Performance

18.40%

On Oct 22, 2025, Stephen Byrd published a Equal-Weight outlook on ETR, with a target of 93. The Hold call missed some of the bullish momentum as shares advanced toward 93.

VST

Buy

Sep 25, 2025

Target

$223.00

Current

$159.60

Performance

-20.84%

Stephen Byrd on Sep 25, 2025 assigned VST a Overweight rating, with a price target of 223. The call has struggled to gain traction, with shares losing 20.84%.

SO

Hold

Sep 25, 2025

Target

$92.00

Current

$93.51

Performance

-0.19%

On Sep 25, 2025, Stephen Byrd reaffirmed SO with a Equal-Weight rating, targeting 92. The neutral call matched muted market action of -0.19%.

OGS

Hold

Sep 25, 2025

Target

$66.00

Current

$88.68

Performance

14.37%

OGS was rated Equal-Weight by Stephen Byrd on Sep 25, 2025, with a price objective of 66. Despite caution, upside momentum rewarded risk-takers with gains to 88.68.

XEL

Hold

Jun 18, 2025

Target

$77.00

Current

$80.32

Performance

21.18%

On Jun 18, 2025, Stephen Byrd initiated coverage on XEL with a Equal-Weight rating and target of 77. The Hold stance underestimated the stock’s strength as it gained 21.18%.

PCG

Sell

Mar 20, 2025

Target

$17.50

Current

$17.35

Performance

0.87%

Stephen Byrd issued a Underweight recommendation for PCG on Mar 20, 2025, price target set at 17.5. Investors remain in wait-and-see mode as shares stayed flat.

CNP

Hold

Aug 23, 2024

Target

$30.00

Current

$42.70

Performance

59.51%

On Aug 23, 2024, CNP was evaluated by Stephen Byrd, who gave a Equal-Weight rating and target of 30. Investors who stayed in despite the Hold saw upside of 59.51%.

ES

Hold

Aug 23, 2024

Target

$75.00

Current

$68.51

Performance

2.59%

Stephen Byrd rated ES as Equal-Weight on Aug 23, 2024, setting a price target of 75. The Hold stance appears justified, as shares hovered around 68.51 with a 2.59% move.

DTE

Buy

Aug 23, 2024

Target

$121.00

Current

$145.87

Performance

17.81%

On Aug 23, 2024, DTE was given a Overweight rating by Stephen Byrd, with a target price of 121. The stock rallied 17.81% after the rating, narrowing the gap to the target of 121 and validating the bullish stance.

PNW

Hold

Aug 23, 2024

Target

$78.00

Current

$102.95

Performance

18.25%

PNW received a Equal-Weight rating from Stephen Byrd on Aug 23, 2024, aiming for 78. Investors saw gains of 18.25% that the cautious stance didn’t fully capture.

FE

Buy

Aug 23, 2024

Target

$48.00

Current

$49.45

Performance

14.49%

On Aug 23, 2024, Stephen Byrd published a Overweight outlook on FE, with a target of 48. Shares gained 14.49%, underscoring the accuracy of the bullish outlook toward 48.

AMPS

Hold

Aug 21, 2024

Target

$4.00

Current

$4.99

Performance

68.58%

Stephen Byrd on Aug 21, 2024 assigned AMPS a Equal-Weight rating, with a price target of 4. Shares outperformed expectations, climbing 68.58% despite the neutral view.

NEP

Sell

Jul 31, 2024

Target

$20.00

Current

$10.54

Performance

-58.75%

On Jul 31, 2024, Stephen Byrd reaffirmed NEP with a Underweight rating, targeting 20. The outlook was invalidated by a rebound to 10.54.

Frequency Asked Questions

Who is Stephen Byrd?

Stephen Byrd is an analyst from Morgan Stanley specializing in the Utilities sector.

What is Stephen Byrd's success rate?

Stephen Byrd currently has a success rate of +97.66%.

How many ratings has Stephen Byrd issued?

Stephen Byrd has issued 46 stock ratings so far.

What is the average return of Stephen Byrd's calls?

Their stock ratings have generated an average return of +18.46%.

What is Stephen Byrd's ranking?

Stephen Byrd is ranked #1054 out of 4629 analysts.

What types of ratings does Stephen Byrd give?

Their ratings include Buy, Hold, and Sell recommendations, depending on the stock’s outlook.

How can I follow Stephen Byrd?

You can follow Stephen Byrd by clicking the "Follow Analyst" button on this page to receive updates on their stock calls.

What is the most recent rating by Stephen Byrd?

Their latest rating was a Hold on ATO issued on 2026-04-21.