Biggest changeManagement’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 as filed with the SEC on February 26, 2024 for information related to the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022, which information is incorporated herein by reference. 49 Table of Contents PSEG Power & Other Years Ended December 31, Increase / (Decrease) Increase / (Decrease) 2024 2023 2022 2024 vs. 2023 2023 vs. 2022 Millions Millions % Millions % Operating Revenues $ 2,807 $ 4,533 $ 3,266 $ (1,726 ) (38 ) $ 1,267 39 Energy Costs 1,170 1,353 2,149 (183 ) (14 ) (796 ) (37 ) Operation and Maintenance 1,407 1,307 1,340 100 8 (33 ) (2 ) Depreciation and Amortization 157 155 165 2 1 (10 ) (6 ) Losses on Asset Dispositions and Impairments 6 7 123 (1 ) (14 ) (116 ) (94 ) Income from Equity Method Investments 1 1 14 — — (13 ) (93 ) Net Gains (Losses) on Trust Investments 127 189 (263 ) (62 ) (33 ) 452 N/A Net Other Income (Deductions) 94 96 36 (2 ) (2 ) 60 N/A Net Non-Operating Pension and OPEB (Costs) Credits (4 ) (332 ) 95 328 (99 ) (427 ) N/A Interest Expense 305 259 201 46 18 58 29 Income Tax Expense (Benefit) (245 ) 358 (296 ) (603 ) N/A 654 N/A Year Ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023 Operating Revenues decreased $1,726 million due primarily to changes in generation and gas supply and other operating revenues.
Biggest changeManagement’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 as filed with the SEC on February 25, 2025 for information related to the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023, which information is incorporated herein by reference. 51 Table of Contents PSEG Power & Other Years Ended December 31, Increase / (Decrease) Increase / (Decrease) 2025 2024 2023 2025 vs. 2024 2024 vs. 2023 Millions Millions % Millions % Operating Revenues $ 3,722 $ 2,807 $ 4,533 $ 915 33 $ (1,726 ) (38 ) Energy Costs 1,489 1,170 1,353 319 27 (183 ) (14 ) Operation and Maintenance 1,519 1,413 1,314 106 8 99 8 Depreciation and Amortization 141 157 155 (16 ) (10 ) 2 1 Net Gains (Losses) on Trust Investments 189 127 189 62 49 (62 ) (33 ) Net Other Income (Deductions) 84 95 97 (11 ) (12 ) (2 ) (2 ) Net Non-Operating Pension and OPEB Costs 5 4 332 1 25 (328 ) (99 ) Interest Expense 364 305 259 59 19 46 18 Income Tax Expense (Benefit) 111 (245 ) 358 356 N/A (603 ) N/A Year Ended December 31, 2025 as compared to 2024 Operating Revenues increased $915 million due primarily to changes in generation and gas supply and other operating revenues.
PSE&G also invests in regulated solar generation projects and energy efficiency (EE) and related programs in New Jersey, which are regulated by the BPU, and • PSEG Power —which is an energy supply company that consists of the operations of merchant nuclear generating assets and fuel supply functions engaged in competitive energy sales via its principal direct wholly owned subsidiaries.
PSE&G also invests in regulated solar generation projects and regulated energy efficiency (EE) and related programs in New Jersey, which are regulated by the BPU, and • PSEG Power —which is an energy supply company that consists of the operations of merchant nuclear generating assets and fuel supply functions engaged in competitive energy sales via its principal direct wholly owned subsidiaries.
New Jersey Clean Energy Stakeholder Proceedings In February 2023, the governor of New Jersey issued executive orders (EOs) that establish or accelerate previously established 2050 targets for clean-sourced energy, building decarbonization, and EV adoption goals, with new target dates of 2030 or 2035, as applicable.
New Jersey Clean Energy Stakeholder Proceedings In February 2023, the previous governor of New Jersey issued executive orders (EOs) that establish or accelerate previously established 2050 targets for clean-sourced energy, building decarbonization, and EV adoption goals, with new target dates of 2030 or 2035, as applicable.
Other Operating Revenues are primarily comprised of revenues derived from various GPRC programs including Transition Renewable Energy Certificates (TREC) revenues, Community Solar collections and the Successor Solar Incentive Program (SuSI). The revenues from these programs offset costs included in Energy Costs.
Other Operating Revenues are primarily comprised of revenues derived from various GPRC programs including Transition Renewable Energy Certificates (TREC) revenues, Community Solar collections and the Successor Solar Incentive Program (SuSI) and ZECs. The revenues from these programs offset costs included in Energy Costs.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used: The above cash flow tests, and fair value estimates and estimated remaining useful lives may be impacted by a change in the assumptions noted above and could significantly impact the outcome, triggering additional impairment tests, write-offs or accelerated depreciation. 59 Table of Contents Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO) PSE&G, PSEG Power and Services recognize liabilities for the expected cost of retiring long-lived assets for which a legal obligation exists.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used: The above cash flow tests, and fair value estimates and estimated remaining useful lives may be impacted by a change in the assumptions noted above and could significantly impact the outcome, triggering additional impairment tests, write-offs or accelerated depreciation. 61 Table of Contents Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO) PSE&G, PSEG Power and Services recognize liabilities for the expected cost of retiring long-lived assets for which a legal obligation exists.
Current accounting guidance requires us to recognize all derivatives on the balance sheet at their fair value, except for derivatives that qualify for and are designated as normal purchases and normal sales contracts. 58 Table of Contents Assumptions and Approach Used : In general, the fair value of our derivative instruments is determined primarily by end of day clearing market prices from an exchange, such as the Intercontinental Exchange and Nodal Exchange, among others, or auction prices.
Current accounting guidance requires us to recognize all derivatives on the balance sheet at their fair value, except for derivatives that qualify for and are designated as normal purchases and normal sales contracts. 60 Table of Contents Assumptions and Approach Used : In general, the fair value of our derivative instruments is determined primarily by end of day clearing market prices from an exchange, such as the Intercontinental Exchange and Nodal Exchange, among others, or auction prices.
ZEC revenue will be adjusted based upon the actual value of the PTCs generated which is dependent on the U.S. Treasury issuing additional guidance. This would result in an additional adjustment to Net Income between $(29) million and $44 million if our tax position discussed above is, or is not supported, respectively. See Item 8. Note 20.
ZEC revenue will be adjusted based upon the actual value of the PTCs generated which is dependent on the U.S. Treasury issuing additional guidance. This would result in an additional adjustment to Net Income between $(29) million and $44 million if our tax position discussed above is, or is not supported, respectively. See Item 8. Note 19.
For additional information regarding Derivative Financial Instruments, see Item 8. Note 1. Organization, Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, Note 16. Financial Risk Management Activities and Note 17. Fair Value Measurements. Long-Lived Assets Management evaluates long-lived assets for impairment and reassesses the reasonableness of their related estimated useful lives whenever events or changes in circumstances warrant assessment.
For additional information regarding Derivative Financial Instruments, see Item 8. Note 1. Organization, Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, Note 15. Financial Risk Management Activities and Note 16. Fair Value Measurements. Long-Lived Assets Management evaluates long-lived assets for impairment and reassesses the reasonableness of their related estimated useful lives whenever events or changes in circumstances warrant assessment.
For additional information related to cash dividends on our common stock, see Item 8. Note 22. Earnings Per Share (EPS) and Dividends. Credit Ratings If the rating agencies lower or withdraw our credit ratings, such revisions may adversely affect the market price of our securities and serve to materially increase our cost of capital and limit access to capital.
For additional information related to cash dividends on our common stock, see Item 8. Note 21. Earnings Per Share (EPS) and Dividends. Credit Ratings If the rating agencies lower or withdraw our credit ratings, such revisions may adversely affect the market price of our securities and serve to materially increase our cost of capital and limit access to capital.
We utilize a corridor approach that reduces the volatility of reported costs/credits. The corridor requires differences between actuarial assumptions and plan results be deferred and amortized as part of the costs/credits. This occurs only when the accumulated differences exceed 10% of the greater of the benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets as of each year-end.
We utilize a corridor approach that reduces the volatility of reported costs/credits. The corridor requires differences between actuarial assumptions and plan results be deferred and amortized as part of the costs/credits. Amortization occurs only when the accumulated differences exceed 10% of the greater of the benefit obligation or the fair value of plan assets as of each year-end.
The following discussion provides an overview of the significant events and business developments that have occurred during 2024 and key factors that we expect may drive our future performance. This discussion refers to the Consolidated Financial Statements (Statements) and the related Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements (Notes). This discussion should be read in conjunction with such Statements and Notes.
The following discussion provides an overview of the significant events and business developments that have occurred during 2025 and key factors that we expect may drive our future performance. This discussion refers to the Consolidated Financial Statements (Statements) and the related Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements (Notes). This discussion should be read in conjunction with such Statements and Notes.
As a result, a regulated utility is required to defer the recognition of costs (Regulatory Asset) 60 Table of Contents or recognize obligations (Regulatory Liability) if the rates established are designed to recover the costs and if the competitive environment makes it probable that such rates can be charged or collected.
As a result, a regulated utility is required to defer the recognition of costs (Regulatory Asset) 62 Table of Contents or recognize obligations (Regulatory Liability) if the rates established are designed to recover the costs and if the competitive environment makes it probable that such rates can be charged or collected.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used : A change in the above assumptions may result in a material impact on our results of operations or our cash flows. See Item 8. Note 6. Regulatory Assets and Liabilities for a description of the amounts and nature of regulatory balance sheet amounts.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used : A change in the above assumptions may result in a material impact on our results of operations or our cash flows. See Item 8. Note 5. Regulatory Assets and Liabilities for a description of the amounts and nature of regulatory balance sheet amounts.
In order to do this, we will continue to: • seek approval of and execute on our utility capital investment program to modernize our infrastructure, improve the reliability and resilience of the service we provide to our customers, and align our sustainability and climate goals with New Jersey’s energy policy, • seek a fair return for our T&D investments through our transmission formula rate, existing rate incentives, distribution infrastructure and clean energy investment programs and periodic distribution base rate case proceedings, 44 Table of Contents • focus on controlling costs while maintaining safety, reliability and customer satisfaction and complying with applicable standards and requirements, • manage the risks and opportunities in federal and state clean energy policies, • advocate for appropriate regulatory guidance on the PTC to ensure long-term support for New Jersey’s largest carbon-free generation resource, and adapt our hedging program accordingly, and realize the value of our consistent and reliable, carbon-free nuclear output, • engage constructively with our multiple stakeholders, including regulators, government officials, customers, employees, investors, suppliers and the communities in which we do business or are seeking to do business, and • deliver on our human capital management strategy to attract, develop and retain a high-performing diverse workforce.
In order to do this, we will seek to: • obtain approval of and execute on our utility capital investment program to meet increasing customer demand, modernize our infrastructure, improve the reliability and resilience of the service we provide to our customers, and align our sustainability and climate goals with New Jersey’s energy policy; • obtain a fair return for our T&D investments through our transmission formula rate, existing rate incentives, distribution infrastructure and clean energy investment programs and periodic distribution base rate case proceedings; 46 Table of Contents • focus on controlling costs while maintaining safety, reliability and customer satisfaction and complying with applicable standards and requirements; • manage the risks and opportunities in federal and state policies related to energy; • advocate for appropriate regulatory guidance on the PTC to ensure long-term support for New Jersey’s largest carbon-free generation resource, and adapt our hedging program accordingly, and realize the value of our consistent and reliable, carbon-free nuclear output; • engage constructively with our multiple stakeholders, including regulators, government officials, customers, employees, investors, suppliers and the communities in which we do business or are seeking to do business; and • deliver on our human capital management strategy to attract, develop and retain a high-performing diverse workforce.
Treasury supporting or not supporting our tax position could result in an additional income tax benefit (expense) between approximately $89 million and $(89) million, respectively. Further, ZEC revenue has been reduced by the estimated PTCs generated from PSEG Power’s Salem 1, Salem 2, and Hope Creek nuclear plants for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Treasury supporting or not supporting our tax position could result in an additional income tax benefit (expense) between approximately $89 million and $(89) million, respectively. Further, ZEC revenue was reduced by the estimated PTCs generated from PSEG Power’s Salem 1, Salem 2, and Hope Creek nuclear plants for the year ended December 31, 2024.
PSEG’s existing notes include a cross acceleration provision that may be triggered upon the acceleration of more than $75 million of indebtedness incurred by PSEG. Such provision does not extend to an acceleration of indebtedness by any of PSEG’s subsidiaries.
PSEG’s senior notes include a cross acceleration provision that may be triggered upon the acceleration of more than $75 million of indebtedness incurred by PSEG. Such provision does not extend to an acceleration of indebtedness by any of PSEG’s subsidiaries.
EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW OF 2 024 AND FUTURE OUTLOOK We are a public utility holding company that, acting through our wholly owned subsidiaries, is a predominantly regulated electric and gas utility and a nuclear generation business.
EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW OF 2 025 AND FUTURE OUTLOOK We are a public utility holding company that, acting through our wholly owned subsidiaries, is a predominantly regulated electric and gas utility and a nuclear generation business.
We are focused on investing to meet growing energy demand, modernize our energy infrastructure, improve reliability and resilience, increase EE and deliver clean energy to meet customer expectations and be well aligned with public policy objectives.
We are focused on investing to meet growing energy demand, modernize our energy infrastructure, improve reliability and resilience, increase EE to meet customer expectations and be well aligned with public policy objectives.
As of December 31, 2024, our liquidity position, including our credit facilities and access to external financing, was expected to be sufficient to meet our projected stressed requirements over our 12-month planning horizon.
As of December 31, 2025, our liquidity position, including our credit facilities and access to external financing, was expected to be sufficient to meet our projected stressed requirements over our 12-month planning horizon.
The GSMP is designed to improve safety and reliability and significantly reduce natural gas leaks in our distribution system, which would reduce the release of methane, a potent GHG, into the air. Through GSMP II, from 2018 through 2024 we reduced reported methane emissions by over 30% system wide.
The GSMP is designed to improve safety and reliability and significantly reduce natural gas leaks in our distribution system, which would reduce the release of methane, a potent GHG, into the air. From 2018 through 2025 we reduced reported methane emissions by over 30% system wide.
Note 14. Debt and Credit Facilities. We continually monitor our liquidity and seek to add capacity as needed to meet our liquidity requirements, including to satisfy any additional collateral requirements.
Note 13. Debt and Credit Facilities. We continually monitor our liquidity and seek to add capacity as needed to meet our liquidity requirements, including to satisfy any additional collateral requirements.
The 2024, 2023 and 2022 amounts in the preceding table for Operating Revenues and O&M costs each include $592 million, $533 million and $516 million, respectively, for PSEG LI’s subsidiary, Long Island Electric Utility Servco, LLC (Servco). These amounts represent the O&M pass-through costs for the Long Island operations, the full reimbursement of which is reflected in Operating Revenues.
The 2025, 2024 and 2023 amounts in the preceding table for Operating Revenues and O&M costs each include $644 million, $592 million and $533 million, respectively, for PSEG LI’s subsidiary, Long Island Electric Utility Servco, LLC (Servco). These amounts represent the O&M pass-through costs for the Long Island operations, the full reimbursement of which is reflected in Operating Revenues.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 as filed with the SEC on February 26, 2024 for information related to the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022, which information is incorporated herein by reference.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 as filed with the SEC on February 25, 2025 for information related to the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023, which information is incorporated herein by reference.
Other Material Cash Requirements The following table reflects our other material cash requirements which include debt maturities and interest payments, operating lease payments and energy related purchase commitments in the respective periods in which they are due. For additional information, see Item 8. Note 14. Debt and Credit Facilities, Note 7. Leases and Note 13.
Other Material Cash Requirements The following table reflects our other material cash requirements which include debt maturities and interest payments, operating lease payments and energy related purchase commitments in the respective periods in which they are due. For additional information, see Item 8. Note 13. Debt and Credit Facilities and Note 6.
In addition to the risks described elsewhere in this Form 10-K for 2024 and beyond, the key issues and challenges we expect our business to confront include: • regulatory and political uncertainty, both with regard to transmission planning and rates policy, the role of distribution utilities and decarbonization impacts, future energy policy, tax regulations, design of energy and capacity markets, and environmental regulation, as well as with respect to the outcome of any legal, regulatory or other proceedings, • performance of the financial markets, including the impact on our pension funding requirements and interest rates on our future financing plans, • continuing to manage costs and maintain affordable customer rates in an inflationary environment, which could impact customer collections and future regulatory proceedings, • the increasing frequency, sophistication and magnitude of cybersecurity attacks against us and our respective vendors and business partners who may have our sensitive information and/or access to our environment, and the increasing frequency and magnitude of physical attacks on electric and gas infrastructure, • future changes in federal and state tax laws or any other associated tax guidance, and • the impact of changes in energy demand, natural gas and electricity prices, PJM’s challenge to ensure resource adequacy to meet demand growth, and expanded efforts to decarbonize several sectors of the economy.
In addition to the risks described elsewhere in this Form 10-K for 2025 and beyond, the key issues and challenges we expect our business to confront include: • regulatory and political uncertainty with regard to Federal and State energy and related policies, including transmission planning and rates policy, the role of distribution utilities and decarbonization impacts, design of energy and capacity markets, resource adequacy and affordability, tax regulation and environmental regulation, as well as with respect to the outcome of any legal, regulatory or other proceedings; • performance of the financial markets, including the impact on our pension funding requirements and interest rates on our future financing plans; • continuing to manage costs and maintain affordable customer rates, which could impact customer collections, investment programs and have other impacts; • the increasing frequency, sophistication and magnitude of cybersecurity attacks against us and our respective vendors and business partners who may have our sensitive information and/or access to our environment, and the increasing frequency and magnitude of physical attacks on electric and gas infrastructure; • future changes in federal and state tax laws or any other associated tax guidance; and • the impact of changes in energy demand, natural gas and electricity prices and PJM’s challenge to ensure resource adequacy to meet demand growth amidst efforts to decarbonize several sectors of the economy.
(B) S&P ratings range from AAA (highest) to D (lowest) for long-term securities and A1 (highest) to D (lowest) for short-term securities. Other Comprehensive Income For the year ended December 31, 2024, we had Other Comprehensive Income of $46 million on a consolidated basis.
(B) S&P ratings range from AAA (highest) to D (lowest) for long-term securities and A1 (highest) to D (lowest) for short-term securities. Other Comprehensive Income For the year ended December 31, 2025, we had Other Comprehensive Income of $42 million on a consolidated basis.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used: While we believe the amount of PTCs recognized for the year ended December 31, 2024, is more-than-likely to be sustained upon examination, the ultimate outcome could result in material favorable or unfavorable adjustments to our consolidated financial statements. Guidance issued by the U.S.
While we believe the amount of PTCs recognized for the year ended December 31, 2024, is more-than-likely to be sustained upon examination, the ultimate outcome could result in material favorable or unfavorable adjustments to our consolidated financial statements. Guidance issued by the U.S.
The PSE&G and PSEG Power bank credit agreements include certain similar default provisions; however, such provisions only relate to the respective borrower under such agreement and its subsidiaries and do not contain cross default provisions to each other. The PSE&G and PSEG Power bank credit agreements do not include cross default provisions relating to PSEG.
The PSE&G and PSEG Power bank credit agreements include certain similar default provisions; however, such provisions only 55 Table of Contents relate to the respective borrower under such agreement and its subsidiaries and do not contain cross default provisions to each other. The PSE&G and PSEG Power bank credit agreements do not include cross default provisions relating to PSEG.
The potential additional collateral that we would be required to post under these agreements if PSEG Power were to lose its investment grade credit rating was approximately $618 million and $751 million as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. See Item 8. Note 13. Commitments and Contingent Liabilities for additional discussion of PSEG Power’s agreements.
The potential additional collateral that we would be required to post under these agreements if PSEG Power were to lose its investment grade credit rating was approximately $703 million and $618 million as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. See Item 8. Note 12. Commitments and Contingent Liabilities for additional discussion of PSEG Power’s agreements.
With these investments and higher working capital recovery approved in the distribution rate case, our regulated rate base increased from approximately $30 billion as of December 31, 2023 to approximately $34 billion as of December 31, 2024.
With these investments and higher working capital recovery approved in the distribution rate case, our regulated rate base increased from approximately $34 billion as of December 31, 2024 to approximately $36 billion as of December 31, 2025.
Significant inputs may include, but are not limited to, forward power prices, the impact of PTCs, ZEC payments for the New Jersey nuclear assets, fuel costs, other operating and capital expenditures, the cost of borrowing and asset sale prices and probabilities associated with any potential sale prior to the end of the estimated useful life or the early retirement of assets .
Significant inputs may include, but are not limited to, forward power prices, the impact of PTCs, fuel costs, other operating and capital expenditures, the cost of borrowing and asset sale prices and probabilities associated with any potential sale prior to the end of the estimated useful life or the early retirement of assets .
The variances in our Net Income (Loss) attributable to changes related to the NDT Fund and MTM are shown in the following table: Years Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Millions, after tax NDT Fund and Related Activity (A) (B) $ 81 $ 109 $ (174 ) Non-Trading MTM Gains (Losses) (C) $ (151 ) $ 959 $ (457 ) (A) NDT Fund activity includes gains and losses on NDT securities which are recorded in Net Gains (Losses) on Trust Investments.
The variances in our Net Income attributable to changes related to the NDT Fund and MTM are shown in the following table: Years Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 Millions, after tax NDT Fund and Related Activity (A) (B) $ 136 $ 81 $ 109 Non-Trading MTM Gains (Losses) (C) $ (54 ) $ (151 ) $ 959 (A) NDT Fund activity includes gains and losses on NDT securities which are recorded in Net Gains (Losses) on Trust Investments.
PSEG Power At PSEG Power, we seek to produce low-cost electricity by efficiently operating our nuclear generation assets, mitigate earnings volatility through the PTC mechanism and hedging, and support public policies that preserve these existing carbon-free base load nuclear generating plants. During 2024, our nuclear units generated approximately 31 terawatt hours and operated at a capacity factor of approximately 90%.
PSEG Power At PSEG Power, we seek to produce low-cost electricity by efficiently operating our nuclear generation assets, mitigate earnings volatility through hedging and the PTC mechanism, and support public policies that preserve these existing carbon-free base load nuclear generating plants. During 2025, our nuclear units generated approximately 30.9 terawatt hours and operated at a capacity factor of 91.2%.
Income Taxes and Note 2. Revenues for more information. 61 Table of Contents
Income Taxes and Note 2. Revenues for more information. 63 Table of Contents
Had the following assumptions been applied, our estimates of the approximate impacts on the Nuclear ARO as of December 31, 2024 are as follows: • A decrease of 1% in the discount rate would result in a $73 million increase in the Nuclear ARO. • An increase of 1% in the inflation rate would result in a $346 million increase in the Nuclear ARO. • If we were not reimbursed by the federal government for the spent costs, as prescribed under the Nuclear Waste Policy Act, the Nuclear ARO would increase by $105 million.
Had the following assumptions been applied, our estimates of the approximate impacts on the Nuclear ARO as of December 31, 2025 are as follows: • A decrease of 1% in the discount rate would result in a $61 million increase in the Nuclear ARO. • An increase of 1% in the inflation rate would result in a $360 million increase in the Nuclear ARO. • If we were not reimbursed by the federal government for the spent costs, as prescribed under the Nuclear Waste Policy Act, the Nuclear ARO would increase by $94 million.
Operating Cash Flows We continue to expect our operating cash flows combined with cash on hand and financing activities to be sufficient to fund planned capital expenditures and shareholder dividends. For the year ended December 31, 2024, our operating cash flow decreased $1,673 million, as compared to 2023.
Operating Cash Flows We continue to expect our operating cash flows combined with cash on hand and financing activities to be sufficient to fund planned capital expenditures and shareholder dividends. For the year ended December 31, 2025, our operating cash flow increased $1,165 million, as compared to 2024.
This reflects an indicative annual dividend rate of $2.52 per share.
This reflects an indicative annual dividend rate of $2.68 per share.
As of December 31, 2024, PSE&G’s Mortgage coverage ratio was 3.3 to 1 and the Mortgage would permit up to approximately $11 billion aggregate principal amount of new Mortgage Bonds to be issued against additions and improvements to its property.
As of December 31, 2025, PSE&G’s Mortgage coverage ratio was 3.9 to 1 and the Mortgage would permit up to approximately $10.2 billion aggregate principal amount of new Mortgage Bonds to be issued against additions and improvements to its property.
(PJM) that recognize the value of our nuclear fleet’s carbon-free generation and its contribution to grid reliability, and potential long-term contracts that recognize the value of its consistent and reliable carbon-free energy. Competitively Bid, FERC Regulated Transmission Projects PSEG continues to evaluate investment opportunities in regulated transmission beyond PSE&G.
(PJM) that recognize the value of our nuclear fleet’s carbon-free generation and its contribution to grid reliability and resource adequacy, and potential long-term contracts that recognize the value of its consistent and reliable carbon-free energy. Competitively Bid, FERC Regulated Transmission PSEG continues to evaluate additional investment opportunities in regulated transmission.
The Other Comprehensive Income was due primarily to $33 million of unrealized gains on derivative contracts accounted for as hedges, $26 million related to pension and other postretirement benefits, offset by $13 million of net unrealized losses related to available-for-sale debt securities. See Item 8. Note 21. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax for additional information.
The Other Comprehensive Income was due primarily to $34 million of net unrealized gains related to available-for-sale debt securities, $20 million related to pension and other postretirement benefits, partially offset by $12 million of unrealized losses on derivative contracts accounted for as hedges. See Item 8. Note 20. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax for additional information.
See Item 8. Note 4. Variable Interest Entity for additional information.
See Item 8. Note 3. Variable Interest Entity for additional information.
Assumption 2024 2023 2022 Pension Discount Rate 5.68 % 5.02 % 5.20 % Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets 8.10 % 8.10 % 7.20 % OPEB Discount Rate 5.59 % 4.96 % 5.16 % Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets 8.10 % 8.10 % 7.20 % 57 Table of Contents The discount rate used to calculate PSEG’s pension and OPEB obligations is determined as of December 31 each year, our measurement date.
Assumption 2025 2024 2023 Qualified Pension Discount Rate 5.50 % 5.68 % 5.02 % Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets 8.10 % 8.10 % 8.10 % OPEB Discount Rate 5.31 % 5.59 % 4.96 % Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets 8.10 % 8.10 % 8.10 % 59 Table of Contents The discount rate used to calculate PSEG’s pension and OPEB obligations is determined as of December 31 each year, our measurement date.
In particular, the historic operations of PSEG companies and the operations of numerous other companies along the Passaic and Hackensack Rivers are alleged by federal and state agencies to have discharged substantial contamination into the Passaic River/Newark Bay Complex in violation of various statutes.
In particular, the historic operations of PSEG companies and the operations of numerous other companies within the Newark Bay Complex are alleged by federal and state agencies to have discharged substantial contamination into the Newark Bay Complex in violation of various statutes.
Commitments and Contingent Liabilities. 56 Table of Contents The table below does not reflect any anticipated cash payments for pension and OPEB or AROs due to uncertain timing of payments. See Item 8. Note 12. Pension, Other Postretirement Benefits (OPEB) and Savings Plans and Note 11. Asset Retirement Obligations (AROs) for additional information.
Leases. 58 Table of Contents The table below does not reflect any anticipated cash payments for pension and OPEB or AROs due to uncertain timing of payments. See Item 8. Note 11. Pension, Other Postretirement Benefits (OPEB) and Savings Plans and Note 10. Asset Retirement Obligations (AROs) for additional information.
See Item 8. Note 10. Trust Investments for additional information.
See Item 8. Note 9. Trust Investments for additional information.
Competitively Bid, FERC Regulated Transmission In December 2023, PJM awarded us an approximately $424 million project to address increasing load and reliability issues in Maryland and northern Virginia as part of its 2022 Window 3 competitive solicitation. PJM has directed that the project be placed in service in 2027.
Competitively Bid, FERC Regulated Transmission In December 2023, PJM awarded us an approximately $424 million project to address increasing load and reliability issues in Maryland and northern Virginia as part of its 2022 Window 3 competitive solicitation.
The low end of the range includes an extension of our Gas System Modernization Program (GSMP) and Clean Energy Future (CEF)-EE program at their current average annual investment levels plus inflation, as these programs are expected to continue beyond their currently approved timeframes.
The low end of the range includes an extension of our Gas System Modernization Program (GSMP) and Clean Energy Future (CEF)-EE program, as these programs are expected to continue beyond their currently approved timeframes.
Year Ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023 Operating Revenues increased $642 million due to changes in delivery, clause, commodity and other operating revenues.
Year Ended December 31, 2025 as compared to 2024 Operating Revenues increased $1,109 million due to changes in delivery, clause, commodity and other operating revenues.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used : As part of the business planning process, we have modeled future costs assuming an 8.10% expected rate of return and a 5.68% discount rate for 2025 pension costs/credits and a 5.59% discount rate for 2025 OPEB costs/credits.
Effect if Different Assumptions Used : As part of the business planning process, we have modeled future costs assuming an 8.00% expected rate of return and a 5.50% discount rate for 2026 pension costs/credits and a 5.31% discount rate for 2026 OPEB costs/credits.
(B) Net of tax (expense) benefit of $(56) million, $(74) million and $97 million for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively. (C) Net of tax (expense) benefit of $59 million, $(376) million and $178 million for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
(B) Net of tax (expense) benefit of $(87) million, $(56) million, and $(74) million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively. (C) Net of tax (expense) benefit of $21 million, $59 million, and $(376) million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
In 2024, PSEG Power & Other made capital expenditures of $251 million, excluding $208 million for nuclear fuel, primarily related to various nuclear projects at PSEG Power and various IT projects at Services.
In 2025, PSEG Power & Other made capital expenditures of $236 million, excluding $336 million for nuclear fuel, primarily related to various nuclear projects at PSEG Power and various IT projects at Services.
We expect these capital investments to result in a compound annual growth rate in our regulated rate base in a range of 6% to 7.5% from year-end 2024 to year-end 2029. The regulated capital investments represent the majority of PSEG’s total capital investment program of $22.5 billion to $26 billion.
We expect these capital investments to result in a compound annual growth rate in our regulated rate base in a range of 6.0% to 7.5% from year-end 2025 to year-end 2030. The regulated capital investments represent the majority of PSEG’s total capital investment program of $24 billion to $28 billion.
PSE&G’s dividend payments to/capital contributions from PSEG are consistent with its capital structure objectives which have been established to maintain investment grade credit ratings. PSE&G’s long-term financing plan is designed to replace maturities, fund a portion of its capital program and manage short-term debt balances.
PSE&G’s dividend payments to/capital contributions from PSEG are consistent with its capital structure objectives which have been established to maintain investment grade credit ratings. PSE&G’s long-term financing plan is designed to replace maturities, fund a portion of its capital program and manage short-term debt balances. Generally, PSE&G uses either secured medium-term notes or first mortgage bonds to raise long-term capital.
Common Stock Dividends Years Ended December 31, Dividend Payments on Common Stock 2024 2023 2022 Per Share $ 2.40 $ 2.28 $ 2.16 in Millions $ 1,196 $ 1,137 $ 1,079 On February 11, 2025, our Board of Directors approved a $0.63 per share common stock dividend for the first quarter of 2025.
Common Stock Dividends Years Ended December 31, Dividend Payments on Common Stock 2025 2024 2023 Per Share $ 2.52 $ 2.40 $ 2.28 in Millions $ 1,258 $ 1,196 $ 1,137 On February 24, 2026, our Board of Directors approved a $0.67 per share common stock dividend for the first quarter of 2026.
We also continue to focus on providing cleaner energy for our customers by working to preserve the economic viability of our nuclear units, which provide over 85% of the carbon-free energy in New Jersey.
We also continue to focus on working to preserve the economic viability of our nuclear units, which provide over 80% of the carbon-free energy in New Jersey.
The following chart reflects the sensitivities associated with a change in certain assumptions. % Change Impact on Benefit Obligation as of December 31, 2024 Increase to Costs in 2025 Increase to Costs, net of Amounts Capitalized in 2025 Assumption Millions Pension Discount Rate (1 )% $ 467 $ 20 $ 14 Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets (1 )% N/A $ 38 $ 38 OPEB Discount Rate (1 )% $ 61 $ — $ — Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets (1 )% N/A $ 4 $ 4 See Item 7A.
The following chart reflects the sensitivities associated with a change in certain assumptions. % Change Impact on Benefit Obligation as of December 31, 2025 Increase to Costs in 2026 Increase to Costs, net of Amounts Capitalized in 2026 Assumption Millions Qualified Pension Discount Rate (1 )% $ 458 $ 19 $ 13 Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets (1 )% N/A $ 41 $ 41 OPEB Discount Rate (1 )% $ 58 $ (1 ) $ (1 ) Expected Rate of Return on Plan Assets (1 )% N/A $ 4 $ 4 See Item 7A.
PSE&G PSE&G’s operating cash flow increased $185 million from $1,540 million to $1,725 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to 2023.
PSE&G PSE&G’s operating cash flow increased $643 million from $1,725 million to $2,368 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to 2024.
Default Provisions Our bank credit agreements and indentures contain various, customary default provisions that could result in the potential acceleration of indebtedness under the defaulting company’s agreement. 53 Table of Contents In particular, PSEG’s bank credit agreement contains provisions under which certain events, including an acceleration of material indebtedness under PSE&G’s and PSEG Power’s respective financing agreements, a failure by PSEG, PSE&G or PSEG Power to satisfy certain final judgments and certain bankruptcy events by PSEG, PSE&G or PSEG Power, would constitute an event of default under the PSEG bank credit agreements.
In particular, PSEG’s bank credit agreement contains provisions under which certain events, including an acceleration of material indebtedness under PSE&G’s and PSEG Power’s respective financing agreements, a failure by PSEG, PSE&G or PSEG Power to satisfy certain final judgments and certain bankruptcy events by PSEG, PSE&G or PSEG Power, would constitute an event of default under the PSEG bank credit agreements.
Clause Revenues increased $141 million due primarily to a $132 million net increase in Tax Adjustment Credits (TAC) and Green Program Recovery Charge (GPRC) deferrals and $10 million in higher Societal Benefits Clause (SBC) collections. Commodity Revenues are revenues from customers choosing default electric (basic generation service or BGS) and gas supply (basic gas supply service of BGSS) from PSE&G.
Clause Revenues decreased $94 million due primarily to a $186 million decrease in Tax Adjustment Credits (TAC) and Green Program Recovery Charge (GPRC) deferrals, offset by $91 million in higher Societal Benefits Clause (SBC) collections. Commodity Revenues are revenues from customers choosing default electric (basic generation service or BGS) and gas supply (basic gas supply service or BGSS) from PSE&G.
Each of our credit facilities is restricted as to availability and use to the specific companies as listed below; however, if necessary, the PSEG facilities can also be used to support our subsidiaries’ liquidity needs. PSEG Power has uncommitted credit facilities totaling $200 million, which can be utilized for letters of credit.
Each of our credit facilities is restricted as to availability and use to the specific companies as listed below; however, if necessary, the PSEG facilities can also be used to support our subsidiaries’ liquidity needs.
For one of PSEG’s qualified pension plans, the excess would be amortized over the average remaining expected life of inactive participants, which is approximately eighteen years. For PSEG’s other qualified pension plan, the excess would be amortized over the average remaining service period of active employees, which is approximately fifteen years.
For PSEG’s qualified pension plan, the excess would be amortized over the average remaining service period of active employees, which is approximately fifteen years.
CRITICAL AC COUNTING ESTIMATES Under accounting guidance generally accepted in the United States (GAAP), many accounting standards require the use of estimates, variable inputs and assumptions (collectively referred to as estimates) that are subjective in nature.
(B) Represents the nuclear fuel and natural gas commitments for the facilities we operate. CRITICAL AC COUNTING ESTIMATES Under accounting guidance generally accepted in the United States (GAAP), many accounting standards require the use of estimates, variable inputs and assumptions (collectively referred to as estimates) that are subjective in nature.
PSE&G’s approved CEF-EE and EE II, CEF-Energy Cloud and CEF-EV programs and the proposed CEF-ES program are intended to support New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan (EMP) and Gubernatorial Executive Orders through programs designed to help customers use energy more efficiently, reduce GHG emissions, support the expansion of the EV infrastructure in New Jersey, install energy storage capacity to supplement solar generation and enhance grid resiliency, install smart meters and supporting infrastructure to allow for the integration of other clean energy technologies and to more efficiently respond to weather and other outage events.
PSE&G has undertaken a number of initiatives that support the reduction of GHG emissions, including our implementation of New Jersey's EE and related programs that are intended to support New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan (EMP) and Gubernatorial Executive Orders through programs designed to help customers use energy more efficiently, reduce GHG emissions, support the expansion of the EV infrastructure in New Jersey, install energy storage capacity to supplement solar generation and enhance grid resiliency, install smart meters and supporting infrastructure to allow for the integration of other clean energy technologies and to more efficiently respond to weather and other outage events.
Management uses judgments in determining the amount of income tax benefit to recognize due to the uncertainties associated with the technical merits of each position and with consideration to the amount of benefit to be sustained upon examination by a taxing authority.
Management uses judgments in determining the amount of income tax benefit to recognize due to the uncertainties associated with the technical merits of each position and with consideration to the amount of benefit to be sustained upon examination by a taxing authority. The estimated PTC benefits are subject to change based on the issuance of authoritative guidance by the U.S.
Nuclear Decommissioning AROs AROs related to the future decommissioning of PSEG Power’s nuclear facilities comprised approximately 100% or $1,035 million of PSEG’s total AROs as of December 31, 2024.
Nuclear Decommissioning AROs AROs related to the future decommissioning of PSEG Power’s nuclear facilities comprised nearly 100% or $916 million of PSEG Power’s total AROs as of December 31, 2025.
Our current sources of external liquidity include the Master Credit Facility. This facility is available to back-stop PSEG’s commercial paper program, issue letters of credit and for general corporate purposes.
PSEG’s available sources of external liquidity may include the issuance of long-term debt securities and the incurrence of additional indebtedness through our commercial paper program back-stopped by our credit facility. Our current sources of external liquidity include the Master Credit Facility. This facility is available to back-stop PSEG’s commercial paper program, issue letters of credit and for general corporate purposes.
We have established a net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 goal that includes direct GHG emissions (Scope 1) and indirect GHG emissions from operations (Scope 2) across our business operations, assuming advances in technology, public policy and customer behavior, which goal supports New Jersey's clean energy and climate goals.
We have adjusted our net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions goal that includes direct GHG emissions (Scope 1) and indirect GHG emissions from operations (Scope 2) across our business operations, which supports New Jersey's clean energy and climate goals, from 2030 to 2050.
The following discussions for PSE&G and PSEG Power provide a detailed explanation of their respective variances. 47 Table of Contents PSE&G Years Ended December 31, Increase / (Decrease) Increase / (Decrease) 2024 2023 2022 2024 vs. 2023 2023 vs. 2022 Millions Millions % Millions % Operating Revenues $ 8,449 $ 7,807 $ 7,935 $ 642 8 $ (128 ) (2 ) Energy Costs 3,189 3,010 3,270 179 6 (260 ) (8 ) Operation and Maintenance (A) 1,949 1,843 1,838 106 6 5 — Depreciation and Amortization 1,025 980 935 45 5 45 5 Net Gains (Losses) on Trust Investments — — (2 ) — — 2 N/A Net Other Income (Deductions) 64 80 88 (16 ) (20 ) (8 ) (9 ) Net Non-Operating Pension and OPEB Credits 77 114 281 (37 ) (32 ) (167 ) (59 ) Interest Expense 582 493 427 89 18 66 15 Income Tax Expense 298 160 267 138 86 (107 ) (40 ) (A) Includes amortization of EE programs regulatory investment expenditures of $125 million, $82 million and $48 million for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively.
The following discussions for PSE&G and PSEG Power provide a detailed explanation of their respective variances. 49 Table of Contents PSE&G Years Ended December 31, Increase / (Decrease) Increase / (Decrease) 2025 2024 2023 2025 vs. 2024 2024 vs. 2023 Millions Millions % Millions % Operating Revenues $ 9,558 $ 8,449 $ 7,807 $ 1,109 13 $ 642 8 Energy Costs 3,782 3,189 3,010 593 19 179 6 Operation and Maintenance (A) 2,253 1,949 1,843 304 16 106 6 Depreciation and Amortization 1,116 1,025 980 91 9 45 5 Net Other Income (Deductions) 64 64 80 — — (16 ) (20 ) Net Non-Operating Pension and OPEB Credits 70 77 114 (7 ) (9 ) (37 ) (32 ) Interest Expense 644 582 493 62 11 89 18 Income Tax Expense 152 298 160 (146 ) (49 ) 138 86 (A) Includes amortization of EE programs regulatory investment expenditures of $169 million, $125 million and $82 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Based upon these assumptions, we have estimated a net periodic pension expense in 2025 of approximately $37 million, or $0 million, net of amounts capitalized, and a net periodic OPEB expense in 2025 of approximately $3 million, or $2 million, net of amounts capitalized.
Based upon these assumptions, we have estimated a net periodic pension expense in 2026 of approximately $27 million, or pension income of $10 million, net of amounts capitalized, and net periodic OPEB income in 2026 of approximately $8 million, or $8 million, net of amounts capitalized.
PSEG Power’s sources of external liquidity include the Master Credit Facility and PSEG Power’s letter of credit facilities and may include the issuance of long-term debt securities and entering into short-term loan agreements.
Additionally, from time to time, PSEG enters into short-term loan agreements designed to enhance its liquidity position. 53 Table of Contents PSEG Power’s sources of external liquidity include the Master Credit Facility and PSEG Power’s letter of credit facilities and may include the issuance of long-term debt securities and entering into short-term loan agreements.
Commodity Revenues increased $143 million due to higher electric BGS revenues of $276 million from higher prices and sales volumes, offset by lower gas BGSS revenues of $133 million primarily from lower prices.
Commodity Revenues increased $706 million due to higher electric BGS revenues of $575 million primarily from higher prices, and higher gas BGSS revenues of $131 million primarily from higher sales volumes.
The net decrease was primarily due to an outflow of $131 million in net cash collateral postings in 2024 as compared to a $1,408 million inflow in 2023 at PSEG Power, partially offset by a net change at PSE&G, as discussed below.
The net increase was primarily due to a net change at PSE&G, as discussed below, combined with an inflow of $22 million in net cash collateral postings in 2025 as compared to a $131 million outflow in 2024 at PSEG Power, and an $89 million decrease in payments to counterparties at PSEG Power.
PSEG’s Master Credit Facility and the commercial paper program are available to support PSEG’s working capital needs and are also available to make equity contributions or provide liquidity support to its subsidiaries. Additionally, from time to time, PSEG enters into short-term loan agreements designed to enhance its liquidity position.
PSEG’s Master Credit Facility and the commercial paper program are available to support PSEG’s working capital needs and are also available to make equity contributions or provide liquidity support to its subsidiaries.
Moody’s (A) S&P (B) PSEG Outlook Stable Stable Senior Notes Baa2 BBB Commercial Paper P2 A2 PSE&G Outlook Stable Stable Mortgage Bonds A1 A Commercial Paper P2 A2 PSEG Power Outlook Stable Stable Issuer Rating Baa2 BBB (A) Moody’s ratings range from Aaa (highest) to C (lowest) for long-term securities and P1 (highest) to NP (lowest) for short-term securities.
The ratings should not be construed as an indication to buy, hold or sell any security. 56 Table of Contents Moody’s (A) S&P (B) PSEG Outlook Stable Stable Senior Notes Baa2 BBB Commercial Paper P2 A2 PSE&G Outlook Stable Stable Mortgage Bonds A1 A Commercial Paper P2 A2 PSEG Power Outlook Stable Stable Senior Notes Baa2 BBB (A) Moody’s ratings range from Aaa (highest) to C (lowest) for long-term securities and P1 (highest) to NP (lowest) for short-term securities.
Strategic options available to us include: • investments in PSE&G, including T&D facilities to enhance reliability, resiliency and modernize the system to meet the growing needs and increasingly higher expectations of customers, and clean energy investments, particularly our EE programs, • continued operation of our nuclear generation facilities that are expected to be supported by the PTC through 2032 and can enable certain investments to increase the capacity of the units as well as potential license extensions, transition from an 18-month to 24-month refueling cycle at our Hope Creek facility and energy and/or emission credit sales with potential customers seeking consistent and reliable carbon-free power, • investments in competitive, regulated transmission investments through PJM processes and BPU solicitations that provide revenue predictability and reasonable risk-adjusted returns, and • acquisitions, dispositions, development and other transactions involving our common stock, assets or businesses that could provide value to customers and shareholders.
Strategic options available to us include: • investments in PSE&G, including T&D facilities to enhance reliability, resiliency and modernize the system to meet the growing needs and increasingly higher expectations of customers, and clean energy investments, particularly our EE programs; • continued operation of our nuclear generation facilities that are expected to be supported by the PTC through 2032, nuclear capacity uprates, such as our planned Salem power uprate supported by a clean energy PTC, as well as obtaining license extensions and energy and/or emission credit sales with potential customers seeking consistent and reliable carbon-free power, as well as opportunities that may arise from our enabling of new nuclear projects, including providing services for these projects; • investments in competitive, regulated transmission and the potential enabling of investments in generation through PJM processes and BPU solicitations that provide revenue predictability and reasonable risk-adjusted returns; and • acquisitions, dispositions, development and other transactions involving our common stock, assets or businesses that could provide value to customers and shareholders. 47 Table of Contents There can be no assurance, however, that we will successfully develop and execute any of the strategic options noted above, or any additional options we may consider in the future.
The execution of any such strategic plan may not have the expected benefits or may have unexpected adverse consequences. 45 Table of Contents RESULTS OF O PERATIONS Years Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 Earnings (Losses) Millions, except per share data PSE&G $ 1,547 $ 1,515 $ 1,565 PSEG Power & Other (A)(B) 225 1,048 (534 ) PSEG Net Income $ 1,772 $ 2,563 $ 1,031 PSEG Net Income Per Share (Diluted) $ 3.54 $ 5.13 $ 2.06 (A) PSEG Power & Other results in 2023 include a $239 million after-tax pension charge due to the settlement of a portion of the qualified pension plans.
RESULTS OF O PERATIONS Years Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 Earnings Millions, except per share data PSE&G $ 1,745 $ 1,547 $ 1,515 PSEG Power & Other (A)(B) 366 225 1,048 PSEG Net Income $ 2,111 $ 1,772 $ 2,563 PSEG Net Income Per Share (Diluted) $ 4.22 $ 3.54 $ 5.13 (A) PSEG Power & Other results in 2023 include a $239 million after-tax pension charge due to the settlement of a portion of the qualified pension plans.
Beginning in 2024, our hedging strategy incorporated an estimated range of risk reduction impacts from the PTCs on our nuclear generation portfolio while retaining the ability to benefit when market pricing exceeds the phase out threshold.
Our hedging strategy continues to incorporate an estimated range of risk reduction impacts from the PTCs on our nuclear generation portfolio while retaining the ability to benefit when market pricing exceeds the level at which we would receive PTCs.
Interest Expense increased $89 million due primarily to long-term debt net issuances at higher rates in 2024 and 2023. Income Tax Expense increased $138 million due primarily to higher pre-tax income and a decrease in the flowback of excess deferred income tax benefits. Year Ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022 See Item 7.
Interest Expense increased $62 million due primarily to incremental debt and the replacement of maturing debt at higher rates. Income Tax Expense decreased $146 million primarily due to an increase in the flowback of excess deferred income tax benefits to customers, partially offset by higher pre-tax income. Year Ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023 See Item 7.
PSE&G maintains its own separate commercial paper program to meet its short-term liquidity requirements. Each commercial paper program is fully back-stopped by its own separate credit facility.
Short-Term Liquidity PSEG meets its short-term liquidity requirements, as well as those of PSEG Power, primarily through the issuance of commercial paper and, from time to time, short-term loans. PSE&G maintains its own separate commercial paper program to meet its short-term liquidity requirements. Each commercial paper program is fully back-stopped by its own separate credit facility.
Delivery revenues increased $321 million due primarily to $170 million from increased electric and gas revenues primarily as a result of the recently settled distribution base rate case, $99 million increase in transmission revenues due primarily to higher rate base investments, $26 million in increased revenues from Energy Strong II and IAP distribution rate roll ins, $42 million from increased GPRC revenues, $9 million from a reduction in revenue credits flowed back to customers as part of our TAC mechanism, offset by a decrease of $25 million in CIP decoupling revenues.
Delivery revenues increased $584 million due primarily to $577 million from increased electric and gas revenues primarily as a result of the 2024 distribution base rate case, $87 million from higher GPRC revenues and a $44 million increase in transmission revenues due primarily to higher rate base investments, offset primarily by a $146 million increase in revenue credits flowed back to customers as part of our TAC mechanism.