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Aug 4, 2016 at 5:11 AM

Westar Energy (WR) 54.46 $WR

Westar Energy announces 2nd quarter 2016 results.
Globe Newswire - Tue Aug 02, 4:00PM CDT
TOPEKA, Kan., Aug. 2, 2016 - Westar Energy, Inc. (NYSE:WR) today announced earnings of $72 million, or $0.51 per share, for the second quarter 2016 compared with earnings of $64 million, or $0.47 per share, for the second quarter 2015. Earnings for the six months ended June 30, 2016 were $138 million, or $0.97 per share, compared with $115 million, or $0.85 per share, for the same period in 2015.
WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

Utility Stocks' Q2 Earnings on Aug 2: ETR,NI, PNW, WR
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Aug 01, 8:36AM CDT
The steady drop in unemployment rates should further boost results of the Utility sector
ETR: 80.33 (-0.03), WR: 54.46 (-1.07), NI: 25.34 (-0.60), PNW: 78.15 (-0.63)

Uptrend Call Working As Westar Energy Stock Rises 20.9% (WR)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Jul 28, 1:31AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Westar Energy (NYSE:WR) on March 10th, 2016 at $45.92. In approximately 5 months, Westar Energy has returned 20.88% as of today's recent price of $55.50.
WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

21.9% Return Seen to Date on SmarTrend Westar Energy Call (WR)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Wed Jul 13, 1:14AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Westar Energy (NYSE:WR) on March 10th, 2016 at $45.92. In approximately 4 months, Westar Energy has returned 21.88% as of today's recent price of $55.96.
WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

Great Plains Energy Affiliate Files for Rate Increase
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Jul 06, 9:58AM CDT
A unit of Great Plains Energy Incorporated (GXP), KCP&L, has sought approval from the Missouri Public Service Commission for a 7.5% hike in its rate base
NEE: 128.09 (+0.46), GXP: 29.08 (-0.22), WR: 54.46 (-1.07), ED: 78.90 (-1.22)

Westar Energy Up 21.5% Since SmarTrend Uptrend Call (WR)
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue Jun 21, 1:24AM CDT
SmarTrend identified an Uptrend for Westar Energy (NYSE:WR) on March 10th, 2016 at $45.92. In approximately 3 months, Westar Energy has returned 21.53% as of today's recent price of $55.80.
WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

If You Seek a Stable Portfolio, Utilities Are a Must
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Jun 13, 3:01PM CDT
If You Seek a Stable Portfolio, Utilities Are a Must
76.75 (-0.62), STR: 25.19 (-0.05), GXP: 29.08 (-0.22), WTR: 33.82 (-0.58), WR: 54.46 (-1.07), DUK: 85.15 (-0.41), EXC: 36.57 (-0.21), AWK: 81.17 (-0.90), CNP: 23.50 (+0.03), CTWS: 50.15 (-0.73)

Pre-Market Review on Diversified Utilities Stocks -- NiSource, Westar Energy, Eversource Energy, and TerraForm Global
PR Newswire - Mon Jun 13, 7:50AM CDT
On Friday, June 10, 2016, the NASDAQ Composite ended the trading session at 4,894.55, down 1.29%; the Dow Jones Industrial Average edged 0.67% lower, to finish at 17,865.34; and the S&P 500 closed at 2,096.07, down 0.92%. Stock-Callers.com has initiated coverage on the following equities: NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), Westar Energy Inc. (NYSE: WR), Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES), and TerraForm Global Inc. (NASDAQ: GLBL). Learn more about these stocks by accessing their free trade alerts at:
WR: 54.46 (-1.07), NI: 25.34 (-0.60), ES: 57.58 (-0.91), GLBL: 3.39 (+0.07)

Westar Energy, Inc. Acquisition May Not Be in the Best Interests of WR Shareholders
PR Newswire - Thu Jun 09, 11:59AM CDT
WeissLaw LLP is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law by the Board of Directors of Westar Energy, Inc. ("WR" or the "Company"

in connection with the proposed acquisition of the Company by Great Plains Energy, Inc. ("GXP"

. On May 31, 2016, the Company announced it had reached a definitive agreement for GXP to acquire all outstanding shares of WR in a transaction valued at approximately $12.2 billion, inclusive of debt. Under the terms of the agreement, WR shareholders will receive $51.00 in cash and $9.00 in GXP common stock for each WR share they own.
GXP: 29.08 (-0.22), WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz LLP Investigates Claims That the Merger May Not Be in the Best Interest of Investors of Westar Energy, Inc. - WR
ACCESSWIRE - Wed Jun 08, 1:27PM CDT
NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / June 8, 2016 / Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Westar Energy, Inc. ("Westar" or the "Company"

(NYSE: WR) (ISIN: US95709T100) (CUSIP: 95709T10) concerning the proposed acquisition of Westar by Great Plains Energy Incorporated ("Great Plains Energy"

.
GXP: 29.08 (-0.22), WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Announces Investigation Concerning the Fairness of the Sale of Westar Energy, Inc. to Great Plains Energy Incorporated
BusinessWire - Mon Jun 06, 2:01PM CDT
The following statement is being issued by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP:
GXP: 29.08 (-0.22), WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

INVESTOR ALERT: Brower Piven Commences An Investigation Into The Proposed Sale Of Westar Energy, Inc. And Encourages Shareholders To Contact The Firm For Additional Information
BusinessWire - Thu Jun 02, 4:34PM CDT
The securities litigation law firm of Brower Piven, A Professional Corporation, has commenced an investigation into possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law by the Board of Directors of Westar Energy, Inc. (NYSE: WR) ("Westar Energy" or the "Company"

relating to the proposed buyout of Westar Energy by Great Plains Energy Incorporated.
WR: 54.46 (-1.07)

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