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Meridian Energy

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Meridian Energy is New Zealand's largest renewable energy generator and a major electricity retailer. The company generates around 30% of the country's electricity needs entirely from renewable sources, including hydro and wind power. Meridian sells electricity to both residential and commercial customers under the Meridian and Powershop brands, focusing on providing flexible energy solutions.

Short position

short percentage0.12%
reported shorts1.6M
shares on issue1.326B

Meridian Energy (ASX:MEZ) has 0.12% of its shares on issue reported as short positions as of 5 Oct 2026, or about 1,563,541 shares. Over the past 30 days that figure has been broadly flat, and over 90 days it has been broadly flat. MEZ is classified in the Utilities industry. All figures come from official ASIC short position reports, published with a four trading-day (T+4) delay.

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Meridian Energy (MEZ) News

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Kalkine
Neutral
1d ago

Meridian Energy Reports Employee Share Scheme Purchases by Hannifin, Palmer, and Roan on 30 September 2026

Meridian Energy Limited (ASX:MEZ) has submitted ongoing disclosure notices for three senior executives — Lisa Jane Hannifin, Tania Jane Palmer, and Michael John Roan — detailing their acquisitions of ordinary shares via the company's employee share scheme on 30 September 2026, in compliance with Sections 297(2) and 298(2) of the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013. Key Points Three ongoing disclosure notices lodged on 9 October 2026 covering transactions dated 30 September 2026 Lisa Jane H...

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Kalkine
Neutral
17 July

S&P Global Ratings Confirms Meridian Energy's BBB+ Credit Rating Supported by New Zealand Government Majority Ownership

Meridian Energy Limited (ASX: MEZ), the New Zealand-based energy provider, has had its corporate credit rating reaffirmed at 'BBB+' with a Stable outlook by S&P Global Ratings. This rating incorporates a one-notch uplift reflecting the company's majority ownership by the New Zealand Government, highlighting the robustness of its credit profile. The reaffirmation underscores S&P's confidence in Meridian Energy's financial stability and creditworthiness amid current market conditions. Ke...

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Kalkine
Neutral
5 June

Lake Pūkaki Decision Sparks Fresh Attention on Meridian Energy

Highlights Meridian Energy received draft approval linked to additional access to Lake Pūkaki hydro storage and dam resilience measures. The proposal supports electricity security while balancing environmental and community considerations. The development highlights the growing importance of hydro generation within the regional energy transition. Meridian Energy has received draft approval supporting hydro storage access and infrastructure resilience, reinforcing the strategic importance of ...

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Kalkine
Neutral
15 May

Why Meridian Energy’s Hydro Strength Is Drawing Market Attention

Highlights Meridian Energy reported stronger retail electricity demand alongside elevated hydro storage conditions Renewable generation trends continued reshaping electricity market dynamics across New Zealand and Australia Falling wholesale electricity prices highlighted the growing influence of renewable infrastructure expansion Meridian Energy’s latest operational update highlighted rising hydro storage, stronger retail electricity demand, and the growing influence of renewable infra...

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