UPDATE: Morgan Stanley Reiterates Overweight Rating, Removes PT on Edison International Following Settlement Agreement

In a report published Friday, Morgan Stanley analyst Rajeev Lalwani reiterated an Overweight rating on Edison International EIX, but removed the $58.00 price target. In the report, Morgan Stanley noted, “After the close yesterday EIX announced a settlement related to its retired nuclear facility (SONGS), a key overhang for shares and impediment to reaching a premium valuation, in our view. We view the agreement as balanced since it provides certainty, a slight uplift in EPS, modest additional write-offs, and recovery of a majority of its investment. In addition, there is upside for shareholders in the event the company receives funds from insurance and/or Mitsubishi. We expect an ultimate Commission approval in the coming months and do not foresee an onerous process given supportive commentary following settlement announcement.” Edison International closed on Thursday at $53.89.