Orange S.A. has been upgraded to a strong buy rating due to its solid first-half performance and improved future outlook. The company reported 3.5% revenue growth and a 5% increase in EBITDAaL to €6.1 billion, with strong free cash flow and nearly 14% revenue growth in Africa & Middle East. The 2026 guidance was raised, with EBITDAaL growth now expected to exceed 4% and organic cash flow target increased to approximately €4.3 billion. Despite macroeconomic risks, Orange's defensive profile and strong income potential support an intrinsic value well above the current market price.
Orange's recent rating upgrade and strong H1 performance provide context for this Utilities-sector snapshot. For readers following Utilities-sector US stocks on Pluang as of Sep 23, 2026 17:01 WIB: out of 22 priced stocks, 9 rose and 8 fell. Notable movers include BEP at USD 29.81 (+0.10%), NRG at USD 102.84 (+0.09%) with a typical hold time of 63 days and Pluang order activity of 8% Sell / 92% Buy, and SO at USD 85.21 (+0.07%) with a typical hold time of 6 days.
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