BKH Announces Post-Merger Name 'Bright Horizon Energy' and Ticker 'HZN'

Black Hills Corporation (BKH) announced that upon completion of its proposed merger with NorthWestern Energy Group, Inc. (NWE), the combined company will be renamed Bright Horizon Energy Corporation. The new entity plans to trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol 'HZN'.

Key Details

• New Identity: The combined company will be named Bright Horizon Energy Corporation and trade on the NYSE under the ticker symbol 'HZN'.
• Merger Contingency: This change is subject to the satisfactory, final regulatory approval and completion of the proposed merger with NorthWestern Energy.
• Regulatory Status: The merger is awaiting final approval from the Montana Public Service Commission, which is expected to consider the matter before November 12, 2026.