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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 22, 2025 Commission File Nu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 22, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Em

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 8, 2025 Commission File Num

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 8, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

EQUITY DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT

EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 EQUITY DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT August 1, 2025 To the Agents and Forward Purchasers listed on Annex I Ladies and Gentlemen: Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), confirms its agreement with each of Barclays Capital Inc., BMO Capital Markets Corp., BNP Paribas Securities Corp., BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC, BofA Securities, Inc., CIBC World Markets Corp.,

Up to $4,000,000,000 of Common Stock Xcel Energy Inc.

424B5 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Number 333-278797 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated April 18, 2024) Up to $4,000,000,000 of Common Stock Xcel Energy Inc.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 1, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (E

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 1, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota 001-3034 41-0448030 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables S-3 XCEL ENERGY INC Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Carry Forward Form Type Carry Forward File Number Carry Forward Initial Effective Date Filing Fee Previously Paid in Connection with Unsold Securities to be Carried Forward Newly Registered Securities Fees to be Paid 1 Equity Common Stock, $2.

August 1, 2025

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01 August 1, 2025 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Eleventh Amendment to the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change in Control Policy

Exhibit 10.01 Eleventh Amendment to the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change-In-Control Policy THIS ELEVENTH AMENDMENT is made this 25 day of February, 2025, by Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Principal Sponsor”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Principal Sponsor maintains the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change-In-Control Policy (the “Policy”), and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of th

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 31, 2025

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 31, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energy

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

XCEL ENERGY SECOND QUARTER 2025 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall July 31, 2025 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY SECOND QUARTER 2025 EARNINGS REPORT •Second quarter diluted GAAP and ongoing earnings per share were $0.75 in 2025 compared with $0.54 in 2024. •Year-to-date diluted GAAP and ongoing earnings per share were $1.59 in 2025 compared with $1.42 in 2024. •Xcel Energy reaffirms its 2025 ongoing earnings per share guidance of

Twelfth Amendment to the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change in Control Policy

Exhibit 10.02 Twelfth Amendment to the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change-In-Control Policy THIS TWELFTH AMENDMENT is made this 15 day of June, 2025, by Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Principal Sponsor”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Principal Sponsor maintains the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change-In-Control Policy (the “Policy”), and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Prin

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 17, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 30, 2025 Commission File Numb

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 30, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2024 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2024 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2024 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2024 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2024 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

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Exhibit 99.01 Xcel Energy Media Relations 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-7 Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-215-5300 [email protected] xcelenergy.com Xcel Energy names Ryan Long executive vice president and chief legal and compliance officer Long will oversee legal, compliance and federal affairs teams MINNEAPOLIS (June 16, 2025) — Xcel Energy announced today Ryan Long as the company’s executive vice

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 13, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File Numb

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 21, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File Numbe

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 6, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Employ

$150,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY, a Wisconsin corporation, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative A

Exhibit 99.05 EXECUTION VERSION $150,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 among NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY, a Wisconsin corporation, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and an Issuing Lender, BARCLAYS BANK PLC, as an Issuing Lender and a Syndication Agent, BANK OF AMERICA, N.

$1,200,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF COLORADO, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and an Issuin

Exhibit 99.03 EXECUTION VERSION $1,200,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 among PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF COLORADO, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and an Issuing Lender, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as an Issuing Lender and a Syndication Agent, CITIBANK, N.A. and MUFG BANK, LTD

$2,000,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 XCEL ENERGY INC., as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and Swingline Lender, BANK OF A

Exhibit 99.01 EXECUTION VERSION $2,000,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 among XCEL ENERGY INC., as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and Swingline Lender, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as an Issuing Lender and Syndication Agent, BARCLAYS BANK PLC, as an Issuing Lender and Syndicatio

$800,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY, a Minnesota corporation, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative A

Exhibit 99.02 EXECUTION VERSION $800,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 among NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY, a Minnesota corporation, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. and BARCLAYS BANK PLC, as Issuing Lenders and Syndication Agents, CITIBANK, N.A. and

$600,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 SOUTHWESTERN PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and as an Issu

Exhibit 99.04 EXECUTION VERSION $600,000,000 FIFTH AMENDED AND RESTATED CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of May 6, 2025 among SOUTHWESTERN PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY, as Borrower, The Several Lenders from Time to Time Parties Hereto, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent and as an Issuing Lender, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. and BARCLAYS BANK PLC, as Issuing Lenders and Syndication Agents, CITIBANK, N.

POWER OF ATTORNEY

POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Amy L. Schneider, Gioia M. Gentile and Kristin L. Westlund, signing singly, the undersigned's true and lawful attorney-in-fact for the limited purpose to: (1) execute for and on behalf of the undersigned, in the undersigned's capacity as an officer and/or director of Xcel Energy Inc. (“Xcel Energy”), Forms 3, 4 and 5 under S

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 24, 2025

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 24, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

XCEL ENERGY FIRST QUARTER 2025 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 04/24/2025 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY FIRST QUARTER 2025 EARNINGS REPORT •First quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings per share were $0.84 in 2025 compared with $0.88 in 2024. •Xcel Energy reaffirms its 2025 ongoing EPS guidance of $3.75 to $3.85. MINNEAPOLIS — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today reported 2025 first quarter GAAP earnings of $483 million, or $0.8

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energ

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuan

Your Vote Counts! XCEL ENERGY INC. 414 NICOLLET MALL MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401 ATTN: INVESTOR RELATIONS XCEL ENERGY INC. 2025 Annual Meeting Vote by May 20, 2025 11:59 PM ET You invested in XCEL ENERGY INC. and it’s time to vote! You have the right to vo

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defin

Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Shareholder Meeting to be held on May 21, 2025: Our 2025 Proxy Statement and 2024 Annual Report are available free of charge at www.proxyvote.com.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defin

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 21, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota 001-3034 41-0448030 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider regarding the validity of the notes.

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 March 21, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys

Supplemental Indenture No. 19, dated as of March 21, 2025 by and between Xcel Energy Inc. and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association (as successor to Computershare Trust Company, N.A.), as trustee, creating $350,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 4.75% Senior Notes, Series due March 21, 2028 and $750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.60% Senior Notes, Series due April 15, 2035.

Exhibit 4.01 SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE NO. 19 FROM XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) TO U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as successor to COMPUTERSHARE TRUST COMPANY, N.A., Trustee DATED AS OF MARCH 21, 2025 SUPPLEMENTAL TO INDENTURE DATED AS OF DECEMBER 1, 2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Parties 1 Recitals 1 ARTICLE ONE RELATION TO INDENTURE; DEFINITIONS SECTION 1.01 Integral Part

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

$1,100,000,000 XCEL ENERGY INC. $350,000,000, 4.75% Senior Notes, Series due March 21, 2028 $750,000,000, 5.60% Senior Notes, Series due April 15, 2035

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration Number 333-278797 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT March 18, 2025 (To Prospectus dated April 18, 2024) $1,100,000,000 XCEL ENERGY INC.

XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $350,000,000 4.75% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE MARCH 21, 2028 $750,000,000 5.60% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE APRIL 15, 2035 Issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation) Issue Format: SEC Registered Expected

Free Writing Prospectus Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-278797 XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $350,000,000 4.75% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE MARCH 21, 2028 $750,000,000 5.60% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE APRIL 15, 2035 Issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation) Issue Format: SEC Registered Expected Ratings*: Baa1/BBB/BBB+ (Stable/Negative/Negative) (Moody’s/S

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED MARCH 18, 2025

424B5 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Number 333-278797 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 25, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File

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Exhibit 99.01 Xcel Energy Media Relations 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-7 Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 215-5300 www.xcelenergy.com Xcel Energy chief operations officer to retire this summer Two internal executive appointments announced in accordance with succession planning process MINNEAPOLIS (March 3, 2025) — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) announced today that Timothy O’Connor, executive vice president,

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 CALCULATION OF FILING FEE TABLES Form S-8 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

Determination Letter from the Internal Revenue Service with respect to qualification of the Xcel Energy, Inc. 401(k) Savings Plan under Section 401 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

Exhibit 5.01 IRS DETERMINATION LETTER INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY P. 0. BOX 2508 CINCINNATI, OH 45201 Employer Identification Number 41-044830 DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY DLN: 17007032059006 Person to Contact: Date: MAR 24 2017 SAMUEL B HODGES ID# 31312 XCEL ENERGY INC Contact Telephone Number: (513) 263-4623 C/O DANIEL AR SHOEMAKER XCEL ENERGY INC 414 NICOLLET MALL Plan Nam

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.

Exhibit 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-8 of our report relating to the financial statements of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Xcel Energy Inc.‘s internal control over financial reporting dated February 27, 2025 appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-

Power of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.01 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below constitutes and appoints Robert C. Frenzel, Brian J. Van Abel and Rob Berntsen, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with full power of substitution and resubstitution, to sign for him or her in his or her name and in the capaci

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 28, 2025

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 28, 2025 Registration No.

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Exhibit 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in: Registration Statements on Form S-8: •No. 333-222157 (relating to the Xcel Energy Inc. Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plan) •No. 333-229949 (relating to the Xcel Energy 401(k) Savings Plan; and New Century Energies, Inc. Employees’ Savings and Stock Ownership Plan for Bargain

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to 001-3034 (Commission File Number) Xcel Energy In

Aircraft Time Sharing Agreement, effective Feb. 25, 2025, between Xcel Energy Services Inc., as Operator, and the Chief Executive Officer of Operator

Exhibit 10.30 AIRCRAFT TIME SHARING AGREEMENT Effective February 25, 2025, between XCEL ENERGY SERVICES INC., as Operator, and CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER of Operator AIRCRAFT TIME SHARING AGREEMENT THIS AIRCRAFT TIME SHARING AGREEMENT dated this 25th day of February, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), by and between XCEL ENERGY SERVICES INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Operator” or the “Company”), and th

Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-K), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuant to 18

Securities Trading for Pre-Clearance Persons Policy

Xcel Energy Purpose Federal and state laws prohibit buying or selling securities if an individual is aware of information that is considered to be Material and Nonpublic.

Mandatory Compensation Recovery Policy for Section 16 Officers

Exhibit 97.01 XCEL ENERGY INC. MANDATORY COMPENSATION RECOVERY POLICY FOR SECTION 16 OFFICERS As proposed to be Adopted on August 22, 2023 Policy The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company”) has adopted this Mandatory Compensation Recovery Policy for Section 16 Officers (this “Policy”) pursuant to Rule 10D-1 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “E

Units under the Xcel Energy Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan for awards since 2025.

Exhibit 10.26 XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN Performance Stock Unit Award Agreement – [YEAR] Grant Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company” and collectively with its Affiliates, “Xcel Energy”), pursuant to its 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to you, the Participant named below, an Award of Performance Stock Units as set forth below. The terms and conditions of such Award

under the Xcel Energy Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.25 XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – [YEAR] Grant Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company” and collectively with its Affiliates, “Xcel Energy”), pursuant to its 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to you, the Participant named below, an Award of Restricted Stock Units as set forth below. The terms and conditions of such Award a

Subsidiaries of Xcel Energy Inc.

Exhibit 21.01 SUBSIDIARIES OF XCEL ENERGY INC. SUBSIDIARY (a) STATE OF INCORPORATION PURPOSE Northern States Power Company (a Minnesota corporation) Minnesota Electric and gas utility Northern States Power Company (a Wisconsin corporation) Wisconsin Electric and gas utility Public Service Company of Colorado Colorado Electric and gas utility Southwestern Public Service Company New Mexico Electric

Securities Trading Overall Policy

Xcel Energy Purpose Federal and state laws prohibit buying or selling securities if an individual is aware of information that is considered to be Material and Nonpublic.

Tenth Amendment to Exhibit 10.02 dated May 20, 2024

Exhibit 10.08 Tenth Amendment to the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change-In-Control Policy THIS TENTH AMENDMENT is made this 20th day of May, 2024, by Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Principal Sponsor”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Principal Sponsor maintains the Xcel Energy Senior Executive Severance and Change-In-Control Policy (the “Policy”), and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Princip

Principal Financial Officer’s certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-K of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Principal Executive Officer’s certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-K of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Powers of Attorney

Exhibit 24.01 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned director and/or officer of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), does hereby make, constitute and appoint BRIAN J. VAN ABEL and ROBERT BERNTSEN, and each or any one of them, the undersigned’s true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, with full power of substitution, for the undersigned and in the undersigned’s name, place and

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 20, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 6, 2025

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 6, 2025 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

XCEL ENERGY 2024 YEAR END EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall Feb. 6, 2025 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY 2024 YEAR END EARNINGS REPORT •2024 GAAP earnings per share were $3.44 compared with $3.21 per share in 2023. •2024 ongoing earnings per share were $3.50 compared with $3.35 per share in 2023. •Xcel Energy reaffirms 2025 EPS guidance of $3.75 to $3.85 per share. MINNEAPOLIS — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today reporte

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 20, 2025 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File N

Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation, effective as of May 24, 2023

Exhibit 10.01 SUMMARY OF NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTOR COMPENSATION (effective as of May 24, 2023) The Governance, Compensation and Nominating (“GCN”) Committee of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Xcel Energy Inc. has authority to develop and recommend compensation policies and programs for directors. Only non-employee directors are compensated for their Board service. Annual pay consists of the fo

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Exhibit 99.01 Xcel Energy Media Relations 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-7 Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 215-5300 www.xcelenergy.com Xcel Energy elects Devin Stockfish to board of directors Stockfish brings extensive expertise as president, CEO of Weyerhaeuser Co. MINNEAPOLIS (January 23, 2025) — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) announced today that Devin Stockfish has been elected to its board of directors,

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 30, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 2, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

Additional Forward Sale Agreement, dated November 6, 2024, between Xcel Energy Inc. and Barclays Bank PLC, in its capacity as a Forward Purchaser.

Exhibit 10.01 Barclays Bank PLC 1 Churchill Place London E14 5HP United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0)20 7623 2323 November 6, 2024 To: Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55401 From: Barclays Bank PLC c/o Barclays Capital Inc. as Agent for Barclays Bank PLC 745 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10019 Telephone: +1 212 526 7000 Dear Sirs, The purpose of this letter agreement (this “Confirmati

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 6, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File N

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider as to the legality of the common stock.

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 November 7, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorney

Additional Forward Sale Agreement, dated November 6, 2024, between Xcel Energy Inc. and Bank of America, N.A., in its capacity as a Forward Purchaser.

Exhibit 10.02 November 6, 2024 To: Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55401 From: Bank of America, N.A. One Bryant Park, 8th Fl. New York, NY 10036 Telephone: 646-855-6770 Dear Sirs, The purpose of this letter agreement (this “Confirmation”) is to confirm the terms and conditions of the transaction entered into between Xcel Energy Inc. and Bank of America, N.A. (“Dealer”) on the Tr

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider as to the legality of the common stock.

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 November 5, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorney

Underwriting Agreement, dated November 4, 2024 by and among Barclays Bank PLC and Bank of America, N.A., acting in their capacities as Forward Purchasers, Barclays Capital Inc. and BofA Securities, Inc., acting in their capacities as Forward Sellers, Barclays Capital Inc. and BofA Securities, Inc., as representatives of the Underwriters named in Schedule I thereto, and Xcel Energy Inc.

Exhibit 1.01 XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) COMMON STOCK (PAR VALUE $2.50 PER SHARE) November 4, 2024 Barclays Bank PLC 1 Churchill Place London E14 5HP United Kingdom Bank of America, N.A. One Bryant Park, 8th Fl. New York, NY 10036 Acting in their capacities as Forward Purchasers, solely as Recipients and/or beneficiaries Of certain representations, Warranties, covenants and indemnit

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

Forward Sale Agreement, dated November 4, 2024, between Xcel Energy Inc. and Bank of America, N.A., in its capacity as a Forward Purchaser.

Exhibit 10.02 November 4, 2024 To: Xcel Energy Inc.   414 Nicollet Mall   Minneapolis, MN 55401 From: Bank of America, N.A.   One Bryant Park, 8th Fl.   New York, NY 10036   Telephone: 646-855-6770 Dear Sirs, The purpose of this letter agreement (this “Confirmation”) is to confirm the terms and conditions of the transaction entered into between Xcel Energy Inc. and Bank of America, N.A. (“Dealer”)

18,320,610 Shares Xcel Energy Inc. Common Stock

Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-278797 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated April 18, 2024) 18,320,610 Shares Xcel Energy Inc. Common Stock The forward sellers referred to below are offering 18,320,610 shares of our common stock, par value $2.50 per share. We have entered into separate forward sale agreements with each of Barclays Bank PLC and Bank of America, N.A., who

Forward Sale Agreement, dated November 4, 2024, between Xcel Energy Inc. and Barclays Bank PLC, in its capacity as a Forward Purchaser.

Exhibit 10.01 Barclays Bank PLC 1 Churchill Place London E14 5HP United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0)20 7623 2323 November 4, 2024 To: Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MN 55401 From: Barclays Bank PLC c/o Barclays Capital Inc. as Agent for Barclays Bank PLC 745 Seventh Avenue New York, NY 10019 Telephone: +1 212 526 7000 Dear Sirs, The purpose of this letter agreement (this “Confirmati

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 4, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File N

Subject to Completion, dated November 4, 2024

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Number 333-278797 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended Sept. 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energ

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2024, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuan

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

XCEL ENERGY THIRD QUARTER 2024 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 10/31/2024 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY THIRD QUARTER 2024 EARNINGS REPORT •Third quarter GAAP earnings per share were $1.21 in 2024 compared with $1.19 in 2023. •Third quarter ongoing earnings per share were $1.25 in 2024 compared with $1.23 in 2023. •Year-to-date GAAP earnings per share for 2024 were $2.63 compared to $2.47 in 2023. •Year-to-date ongoing earn

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 31, 2024

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 31, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 15, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

XEL / Xcel Energy Inc. / STATE STREET CORP Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 XcelEnergyInc.htm SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* XCEL ENERGY INC (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 98389B100 (CUSIP Number) September 30, 2024 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to whi

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuant

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energy

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 1, 2024

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 1, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

XCEL ENERGY SECOND QUARTER 2024 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 8/1/2024 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY SECOND QUARTER 2024 EARNINGS REPORT •Second quarter GAAP and ongoing diluted earnings per share were $0.54 in 2024 compared with $0.52 in 2023. •Xcel Energy reaffirms 2024 EPS guidance of $3.50 to $3.60 per share. MINNEAPOLIS — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today reported 2024 second quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings of $3

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 11, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 27, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 26, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2023 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2023 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2023 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2023 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2023 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

Form of Award Agreement for Restricted Stock under the Xcel Energy Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.04 XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Award Agreement Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company” and collectively with its Affiliates, “Xcel Energy”), pursuant to its 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to you, the Participant named below, a Restricted Stock Award as set forth below. The terms and conditions of such Award are set forth in this award agr

Xcel Energy Inc. Stock Program for Non-Employee Directors (Effective May 22, 2024) under the 2024 Equity Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.01 XCEL ENERGY INC. STOCK PROGRAM FOR NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTORS (Effective May 22, 2024) 1.Purpose. The purposes of this Program are: (a) to enable a portion of the compensation of each Non-Employee Director of Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company”) to be tied to the performance of Company Stock; and (b) to permit each such Non-Employee Director to elect to defer receipt of all or a portion of h

Form of Award Agreement for Retention-Based Restricted Stock Units under the Xcel Energy Inc.

Exhibit 10.03 XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement – Retention Grant Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company” and collectively with its Affiliates, “Xcel Energy”), pursuant to its 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to you, the Participant named below, an Award of Restricted Stock Units as set forth below. The terms and conditions of such Awar

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 22, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File Numbe

Form of Award Agreement for Restricted Stock Units and/or Performance Share Units under the Xcel Energy Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan.

Exhibit 10.02 XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN Restricted Stock Unit / Performance Share Unit Award Agreement – [YEAR] Grant Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company” and collectively with its Affiliates, “Xcel Energy”), pursuant to its 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to you, the Participant named below, an Award of Restricted Stock Units and/or an Award of Performance Shar

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 CALCULATION OF FILING FEE TABLES Form S-8 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

Power of Attorney.

Exhibit 24.01 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below constitutes and appoints Amanda Rome and Amy L. Schneider, and each of them, his or her true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, each acting alone, with full power of substitution and resubstitution, to sign, execute and file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (or any ot

Consent of Amy L. Schneider, Xcel Energy’s Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities (included in Exhibit 5.01).

Exhibit 5.01 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 May 22, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys who I supervis

Exhibit 4.0

Exhibit 4.03 XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN 1.Purpose. The purpose of the Xcel Energy Inc. 2024 Equity Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is to attract and retain the best available personnel for positions of responsibility with the Company, to provide incentives to them and align their interests with those of the Company’s shareholders, and to thereby promote the Company’s long-term busines

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 22, 2024 Registration No.

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.

Exhibit 23.02 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-8 of our report dated February 21, 2024 relating to the financial statements of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting, appearing in the Annual R

POWER OF ATTORNEY

POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Amy L. Schneider, Gioia M. Gentile and Kristin L. Westlund, signing singly, the undersigned's true and lawful attorney-in-fact for the limited purpose to: (1) execute for and on behalf of the undersigned, in the undersigned's capacity as an officer and/or director of Xcel Energy Inc. (“Xcel Energy”), Forms 3, 4 and 5 under S

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 25, 2024

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 25, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energ

XCEL ENERGY FIRST QUARTER 2024 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 4/25/2024 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY FIRST QUARTER 2024 EARNINGS REPORT •First quarter GAAP and ongoing diluted earnings per share were $0.88 in 2024 compared with $0.76 in 2023. •Xcel Energy reaffirms 2024 EPS guidance of $3.50 to $3.60 per share. MINNEAPOLIS — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today reported 2024 first quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings of $488

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuan

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EX-23.(a)(2) Exhibit 23(a)(2) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 21, 2024 relating to the financial statements of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting, appearing

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Successor Trustee under the Trust Indenture relating to first mortgage bonds referenced in Exhibit 4(c)(3) above and the Trust Indenture relating to the senior unsecured debt securities referenced in Exhibit 4(c)(15) above, each as supplemented.

Exhibit 25(c) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 91-1

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Successor Trustee under the Indenture relating to first mortgage bonds referenced in Exhibit 4(d)(3) above.

Exhibit 25(d)(1) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 9

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EX-23.(b)(2) Exhibit 23(b)(2) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 21, 2024 relating to the financial statements of Northern States Power Company and subsidiaries, a Minnesota corporation, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Northern States Power Compa

Opinion of Graves Dougherty Hearon & Moody P.C. as to the legality of the securities.

EX-5.(e)(3) Exhibit 5(e)(3) William H. Locke, Jr. Board Certified Real Estate Law Commercial, Residential and Farm and Ranch Texas Board of Legal Specialization 512.480.5736 512.480.5837 (fax) [email protected] April 18, 2024 MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 98 Austin, TX 78767-9998 Southwestern Public Service Company  790 South Buchanan Street Amarillo, TX 79101 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as loca

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association to act as Trustee under the Senior Indenture.

EX-25.(a)(1) Exhibit 25(a)(1) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in i

Filing Fee Table.

EX-FILING FEES Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3ASR (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

Opinion of Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP as to the legality of the securities.

EX-5.(e)(1) Exhibit 5(e)(1) Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP 2200 Wells Fargo Center 90 South Seventh Street Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 +1 612 766 7000 main +1 612 766 1600 fax April 18, 2024 Southwestern Public Service Company 790 South Buchanan Street Amarillo, TX 79101 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel for Southwestern Public Service Company, a New Mexico corporation (the “Compa

Opinion of Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP regarding the validity of securities.

EX-5.(d) Exhibit 5(d) Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP 3200 Wells Fargo Center 1700 Lincoln Street Denver Colorado 80203-4532 Phone +1 303 607 3500 Fax +1 303 607 3600 April 18, 2024 Public Service Company of Colorado 1800 Larimer Street, Suite 1100 Denver, Colorado 80202 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel for Public Service Company of Colorado, a Colorado corporation (the “Company”),

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EX-23.(c)(2) Exhibit 23(c)(2) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 21, 2024 relating to the financial statements of Northern States Power Company and subsidiaries, a Wisconsin corporation, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Northern States Power Compa

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as successor trustee under the Indenture relating to Senior Unsecured Debt Securities referenced in Exhibit 4(e)(15) above.

Exhibit 25(e)(2) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter)

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider as to the legality of the securities.

EX-5.(a) Exhibit 5(a) Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 April 18, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys tha

Form of Senior Indenture.

EX-4.(b)(7) Exhibit 4(b)(7) NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY (a Minnesota corporation) AND [    ] TRUSTEE FORM OF INDENTURE DATED AS OF [    ] Providing for issuance of Debt Securities CROSS REFERENCE SHEET SHOWING THE LOCATION IN THE INDENTURE OF THE PROVISIONS INSERTED PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 310 THROUGH 318(a) INCLUSIVE OF THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 SECTION OF TRUST INDENTURE ACT SECTION OF INDE

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as Trustee under the Indenture relating to senior debt securities referenced in Exhibit 4(d)(7) above.

Exhibit 25(d)(2) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in its charter)

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider regarding the validity of certain securities.

EX-5.(b) Exhibit 5(b) Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 April 18, 2024 Northern States Power Company 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am Vice President, Corporate Secretary of Northern States Power Company, a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys that I

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EX-23.(d)(2) Exhibit 23(d)(2) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 21, 2024 relating to the financial statements of Public Service Company of Colorado and subsidiaries, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Public Service Company of Colorado for the year

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EX-23.(e)(4) Exhibit 23(e)(4) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 21, 2024 relating to the financial statements of Southwestern Public Service Company, appearing in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Southwestern Public Service Company for the year ended December

Form of Supplemental Indenture establishing a series of senior unsecured debt securities.

Exhibit 4(b)(8) FORM OF SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE NO. [ ] FROM NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY (A MINNESOTA CORPORATION) TO [   ] TRUSTEE DATED AS OF [ ] SUPPLEMENTAL TO INDENTURE DATED AS OF [  ] TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PARTIES 1 RECITALS 1 ARTICLE I RELATION TO INDENTURE; DEFINITIONS 1 Section 1.01 1 Section 1.02 1 ARTICLE II [ ]% NOTES, SERIES DUE [ ] 1 Section 2.01 1 Section 2.02 2 Section 2.03 2 Se

Opinion of Foley & Lardner LLP regarding the validity of certain securities.

EX-5.(c) Exhibit 5(c) ATTORNEYS AT LAW 777 EAST WISCONSIN AVENUE MILWAUKEE, WI 53202-5306 414.271.2400 TEL 414.297.4900 FAX WWW.FOLEY.COM April 18, 2024 Northern States Power Company 1414 W. Hamilton Avenue Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel for Northern States Power Company, a Wisconsin corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the filing of a Registr

Form of Junior Subordinated Indenture.

Exhibit 4(a)(14) XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) AND [        ] TRUSTEE FORM OF JUNIOR SUBORDINATED INDENTURE DATED AS OF [     ] Providing for issuance of Junior Subordinated Debt Securities CROSS REFERENCE SHEET SHOWING THE LOCATION IN THE INDENTURE OF THE PROVISIONS INSERTED PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 310 THROUGH 318(a) INCLUSIVE OF THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 SECTION OF TRUST INDENTUR

Power of Attorney.

Exhibit 24(a) POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below constitutes and appoints Robert C.

Opinion of Snell & Wilmer, L.L.P. as to the legality of the securities.

EX-5.(e)(2) Exhibit 5(e)(2) April 18, 2024 Southwestern Public Service Company 790 South Buchanan Street Amarillo, Texas 79101 Re: Registration Statement on Form S-3 Ladies and Gentlemen: We have acted as counsel to Southwestern Public Service Company, a New Mexico corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the preparation and filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Commissio

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as successor trustee under the Indenture relating to First Mortgage Bonds referenced in Exhibit 4(e)(3) above.

Exhibit 25(e)(1) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 9

Form T-1 Statement of Eligibility of The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as successor Trustee under the Trust Indenture relating to first mortgage bonds referenced in Exhibit 4(b)(3) above, as supplemented.

EX-25.(b)(1) Exhibit 25(b)(1) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ CHECK IF AN APPLICATION TO DETERMINE ELIGIBILITY OF A TRUSTEE PURSUANT TO SECTION 305(b)(2) THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. (Exact name of trustee as specified in

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 18, 2024

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 18, 2024 Registration No.

Form of Supplemental Indenture for each series of junior subordinated debt securities.

Exhibit 4(a)(15) FORM OF SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE NO. [  ] FROM XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) TO [   ] Trustee JUNIOR SUBORDINATED NOTES, SERIES DUE [   ] DATED AS OF [   ] SUPPLEMENTAL TO JUNIOR SUBORDINATED INDENTURE DATED AS OF [     ] TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE ONE RELATION TO INDENTURE; DEFINITIONS Section 1.01 INTEGRAL PART OF INDENTURE 1 Section 1.02 1 (a)  Definitions 1 (b) 

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 11, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

Your Vote Counts! XCEL ENERGY INC. 414 NICOLLET MALL MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401 ATTN: INVESTOR RELATIONS XCEL ENERGY INC. 2024 Annual Meeting Vote by May 21, 2024 11:59 PM ET You invested in XCEL ENERGY INC. and it’s time to vote! You have the right to vo

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defin

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defin

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March 26, 2024 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Energy & Transportation 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Sondra Snyder and Robert Babula RE: Xcel Energy, Inc. Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2023 Filed February 21, 2024 File No. 001-03034 Dear Ms. Snyder and Mr. Babula: The following is the response of Xcel En

Supplemental Indenture No. 18, dated as of February 29, 2024, by and between Xcel Energy Inc. and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association (as successor to Computershare Trust Company, N.A.), as Trustee. (Exhibit 4.01 to Form 8-K dated February 29, 2024 (File No. 001-03034)).

Exhibit 4.01 SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE NO. 18 FROM XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) TO U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as successor to COMPUTERSHARE TRUST COMPANY, N.A., Trustee DATED AS OF FEBRUARY 29, 2024 SUPPLEMENTAL TO INDENTURE DATED AS OF DECEMBER 1, 2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Parties 1 Recitals 1 ARTICLE ONE RELATION TO INDENTURE; DEFINITIONS SECTION 1.01 Integral Pa

XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $800,000,000 5.50% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE MARCH 15, 2034 (the “Notes”) Supplemental Disclosure Document February 29, 2024

Free Writing Prospectus Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-255446 XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $800,000,000 5.50% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE MARCH 15, 2034 (the “Notes”) Supplemental Disclosure Document February 29, 2024 On February 29, 2024, Xcel Energy Inc. (“Xcel”) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a Current Report on Form 8-K (the

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 29, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota 001-3034 41-0448030 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 28, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider regarding the validity of the notes.

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01           Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 February 29, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and t

$800,000,000 XCEL ENERGY INC. 5.50% Senior Notes, Series due March 15, 2034

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-255446 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT February 26, 2024 (To Prospectus dated April 22, 2021) $800,000,000 XCEL ENERGY INC. 5.50% Senior Notes, Series due March 15, 2034 This is an offering of $800,000,000 of 5.50% Senior Notes, Series due March 15, 2034 (the “notes”) to be issued by Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation. We will pa

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward R

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $800,000,000 5.50% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE MARCH 15, 2034 Issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation) Issue Format: SEC Registered Expected Ratings*: Baa1/BBB+/BBB+ (Stable/Stable/Stable) (Moody’s/S&

Free Writing Prospectus Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-255446 XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $800,000,000 5.50% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE MARCH 15, 2034 Issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation) Issue Format: SEC Registered Expected Ratings*: Baa1/BBB+/BBB+ (Stable/Stable/Stable) (Moody’s/S&P/Fitch) Security Type: Senior Notes Pricing Date: February 2

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Number 333-255446 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 23, 2024 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota 001-3034 41-0448030 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-23.01 Exhibit 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No. 333-275228 on Form S-3 of our reports dated February 21, 2024, relating to the financial statements and financial statement schedules of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries’ internal cont

Principal Financial Officer’s certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-K of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

andatory Compensation Recovery Policy for Section 16 Officers

Exhibit 97.01 XCEL ENERGY INC. MANDATORY COMPENSATION RECOVERY POLICY FOR SECTION 16 OFFICERS As proposed to be Adopted on August 22, 2023 Policy The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Xcel Energy Inc. (the “Company”) has adopted this Mandatory Compensation Recovery Policy for Section 16 Officers (this “Policy”) pursuant to Rule 10D-1 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “E

Form of Award Agreement for Restricted Stock Units and/or Performance Share Units under the Xcel Energy Inc. 2015 Omnibus Incentive Plan for awards since 2024

Exhibit 10.16 XCEL ENERGY INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2015 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN AWARD AGREEMENT – [YEAR] Grant Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company” and collectively with its affiliates and subsidiaries, “Xcel Energy”), pursuant to its Amended and Restated 2015 Omnibus Incentive Plan, as amended from time to time (the “Plan”), hereby grants to you, the Participant named below, a

Principal Executive Officer’s certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-K of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Powers of Attorney

Exhibit 24.01 POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned director and/or officer of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), does hereby make, constitute and appoint BRIAN J. VAN ABEL and AMANDA ROME, and each or any one of them, the undersigned’s true and lawful attorneys-in-fact and agents, with full power of substitution, for the undersigned and in the undersigned’s name, place and ste

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Exhibit 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in: Registration Statements on Form S-8: •No. 333-222157 (relating to the Xcel Energy Inc. Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plan) •No. 333-185610 (relating to the Nuclear Management Company, LLC NMC Savings and Retirement Plan) •No. 333-229949 (relating to the Xcel Energy 401(k) Sa

Subsidiaries of Xcel Energy Inc.

Exhibit 21.01 SUBSIDIARIES OF XCEL ENERGY INC. SUBSIDIARY (a) STATE OF INCORPORATION PURPOSE Northern States Power Company (a Minnesota corporation) Minnesota Electric and gas utility Northern States Power Company (a Wisconsin corporation) Wisconsin Electric and gas utility Public Service Company of Colorado Colorado Electric and gas utility Southwestern Public Service Company New Mexico Electric

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to 001-3034 (Commission File Number) Xcel Energy In

Certification pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Annual Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2023, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-K), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuant to 18

Xcel Energy Inc. Annual Incentive Plan, effective Feb. 21, 2024

Exhibit 10.18 XCEL ENERGY INC. ANNUAL INCENTIVE PLAN 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Xcel Energy Inc. Annual Incentive Plan (the “Plan”) is to advance the interests of Xcel Energy Inc. and its shareholders by promoting the Company’s pay for performance philosophy, attracting and retaining key employees of the Company and its subsidiaries, and stimulating the efforts of such employees toward the con

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XCEL ENERGY 2023 YEAR END EARNINGS REPORT

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 25, 2024 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 22, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 13, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

XEL / Xcel Energy, Inc. / JPMORGAN CHASE & CO - FILING XCEL ENERGY INC. Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 XcelEnergyInc.htm FILING XCEL ENERGY INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 08)* Xcel Energy Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $2.50 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 98389B100 (CUSIP Number) November 30, 2023 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 9, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) Nov. 1, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emplo

Power of Attorney.

Exhibit 24(a) POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned director and/or officer of Xcel Energy Inc.

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider as to the legality of the securities.

EX-5.(A) Exhibit 5(a) Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 October 31, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys t

Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP, Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.

EX-23.(A)(2) Exhibit 23(a)(2) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 23, 2023, relating to the financial statements of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting, appearin

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107.1 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3ASR (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security  Type  Security Class Title Fee  Calculation  or Carry  Forward  Rule  Amount  Registered  Proposed  Maximum  Offering  Price Per  Unit  Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of  Reg

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables(1) (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables(1) 424(b)(5) (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

Up to $2,500,000,000 of Common Stock Xcel Energy Inc.

Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-275228 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT (To prospectus dated October 31, 2023) Up to $2,500,000,000 of Common Stock Xcel Energy Inc. This prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus relate to the offer and sale from time to time of shares of our common stock (par value $2.50 per share) having an aggregate gross sales price

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 31, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota 001-3034 41-0448030 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

Equity Distribution Agreement, dated October 31, 2023, among Xcel Energy Inc., Barclays Capital Inc., BMO Capital Markets Corp., BofA Securities, Inc., CIBC World Markets Corp., Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc., Mizuho Securities USA LLC, Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, MUFG Securities Americas Inc., RBC Capital Markets, LLC, TD Securities (USA) LLC, and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC

Exhibit 1.01 XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) COMMON STOCK (PAR VALUE $2.50 PER SHARE) EQUITY DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT October 31, 2023 Barclays Capital Inc. 745 Seventh Avenue New York, New York 10019 KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc. 127 Public Square Cleveland, Ohio 44114 BMO Capital Markets Corp. 151 West 42nd Street, 32nd Floor New York, New York 10036 Mizuho Securities USA LLC 1271 Avenue

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 31, 2023

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 31, 2023 Registration No.

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider as to the legality of the Shares

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 October 31, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorney

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended Sept. 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energ

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

XCEL ENERGY THIRD QUARTER 2023 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 10/27/23 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY THIRD QUARTER 2023 EARNINGS REPORT •Third quarter GAAP diluted earnings per share were $1.19 in 2023 compared with $1.18 in 2022. •Third quarter diluted ongoing earnings per share were $1.23 in 2023 compared with $1.18 in 2022. •Year-to-date GAAP diluted earnings per share for 2023 were $2.47 compared to $2.48 in 2022. •Yea

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 27, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS E

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2023, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuan

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 26, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File

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Exhibit 99.01 Xcel Energy Media Relations 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-7 Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-215-5300 www.xcelenergy.com Xcel Energy announces leadership changes MINNEAPOLIS (October 2, 2023) — Xcel Energy announced today several changes to its executive leadership team. Brett Carter, executive vice president, group president of Utilities and chief customer officer, is leaving the company to pursu

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 18, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 1, 2023 Commission File

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 1, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS

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Exhibit 99.01 Xcel Energy Media Relations 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-7 Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 215-5300 www.xcelenergy.com Xcel Energy elects Timothy Welsh to Board of Directors Welsh brings expertise in financial services and customer experience MINNEAPOLIS (Aug. 23, 2023) – Xcel Energy announced today that Timothy Welsh has been elected to the company’s board of directors, effective immediately.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 23, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 23, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File Nu

Bylaws of Xcel Energy Inc., as Amended and Restated on August 23, 2023

Exhibit 3.02 BYLAWS OF XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) As amended and restated on August 23, 2023 ARTICLE 1 OFFICES AND CORPORATE SEAL Section 1. The Company may establish and maintain an office or offices at such places within or without the State of Minnesota as the Board of Directors may from time to time determine. Section 2. The Company may, but need not, have a corporate seal, and

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 16, 2023 Commission File Nu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 16, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Em

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 4, 2023 Commission File Num

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 4, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

Opinion of Amy L. Schneider regarding the validity of the notes.

EX-5.01 Exhibit 5.01 Amy L. Schneider Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities 414 Nicollet Mall, 401-8 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 August 3, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. 414 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Ladies and Gentlemen: I am the Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Securities of Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation (the “Company”), and, as such, I and the attorneys

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 3, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Minnesota 001-3034 41-0448030 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

Supplemental Indenture No. 17, dated as of August 3, 2023, by and between Xcel Energy Inc. and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association (as successor to Computershare Trust Company, N.A.), as Trustee. (Exhibit 4.01 to Form 8-K dated August 3, 2023 (File No. 001-03034)).

Exhibit 4.01 SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE NO. 17 FROM XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) TO COMPUTERSHARE TRUST COMPANY, N.A., as successor to WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Trustee DATED AS OF AUGUST 3, 2023 SUPPLEMENTAL TO INDENTURE DATED AS OF DECEMBER 1, 2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Parties 1 Recitals 1 ARTICLE ONE RELATION TO INDENTURE; DEFINITIONS SECTION 1.01 Integral Part of Inden

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward R

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc.

$800,000,000 XCEL ENERGY INC. 5.45% Senior Notes, Series due August 15, 2033

424B2 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(2) Registration No. 333-255446 PROSPECTUS SUPPLEMENT July 31, 2023 (To Prospectus dated April 22, 2021) $800,000,000 XCEL ENERGY INC. 5.45% Senior Notes, Series due August 15, 2033 This is an offering of $800,000,000 of 5.45% Senior Notes, Series due August 15, 2033 (the “notes”) to be issued by Xcel Energy Inc., a Minnesota corporation. We wil

SUBJECT TO COMPLETION, DATED JULY 31, 2023

424B5 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration Number 333-255446 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed.

XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $800,000,000 5.45% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE AUGUST 15, 2033 Issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation) Issue Format: SEC Registered Expected Ratings*: Baa1/BBB+/BBB+ (Stable/Stable/Stable) (Moody’s/S

Free Writing Prospectus Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration Statement No. 333-255446 XCEL ENERGY INC. (a Minnesota corporation) $800,000,000 5.45% SENIOR NOTES, SERIES DUE AUGUST 15, 2033 Issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation) Issue Format: SEC Registered Expected Ratings*: Baa1/BBB+/BBB+ (Stable/Stable/Stable) (Moody’s/S&P/Fitch) Security Type: Senior Notes Pricing Date: July 31,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 27, 2023

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 27, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

Principal Financial Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energy

Summary of Non-Employee Director Compensation, effective as of May 24, 2023

Exhibit 10.01 SUMMARY OF NON-EMPLOYEE DIRECTOR COMPENSATION (effective as of May 24, 2023) The Governance, Compensation and Nominating (“GCN”) Committee of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Xcel Energy Inc. has authority to develop and recommend compensation policies and programs for directors. Only non-employee directors are compensated for their Board service. Annual pay consists of the fo

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuant

XCEL ENERGY SECOND QUARTER 2023 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 7/27/2023 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY SECOND QUARTER 2023 EARNINGS REPORT •Second quarter GAAP diluted earnings per share were $0.52 in 2023 compared with $0.60 in 2022. •Xcel Energy reaffirms 2023 EPS guidance of $3.30 to $3.40. MINNEAPOLIS — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today reported 2023 second quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings of $288 million, or $0.52

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K/A (Amendment No. 1) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K/A (Amendment No. 1) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the pla

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 20, 2023 Commission File Numb

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 20, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Empl

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 1-3034 A. Full title of the plan and the address of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 1, 2023 Commission File Numbe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 1, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emplo

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 24, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exa

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 24, 2023 Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) 001-3034 41-0448030 (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 414 Nicollet Mall Mi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 24, 2023 Commission File Numbe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 24, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emplo

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 18, 2023 Commission File Numbe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 18, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emplo

XEL / Xcel Energy, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 9)* Name of issuer: Xcel Energy Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 98389B100 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: April 28, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rule

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 3, 2023 Commission File Number

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 3, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Employ

POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-24.1 2 poaoconnor.htm EXHIBIT LIST: EXHIBIT 24.1 POWER OF ATTORNEY POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints each of Amy L. Schneider, Gioia M. Gentile and Kristin L. Westlund, signing singly, the undersigned's true and lawful attorney-in-fact for the limited purpose to: (1) execute for and on behalf of the undersigned, in the undersigned's capacity as an officer and/or

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 27, 2023

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 27, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

Principal Executive Officer’s certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31.01 CERTIFICATION I, Robert C. Frenzel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

Certifications pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32.01 OFFICER CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 In connection with the Quarterly Report of Xcel Energy Inc. (Xcel Energy) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2023, as filed with the SEC on the date hereof (Form 10-Q), each of the undersigned officers of Xcel Energy certifies, pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-3034 Xcel Energ

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Exhibit 31.02 CERTIFICATION I, Brian J. Van Abel, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Xcel Energy Inc. (a Minnesota corporation); 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mislead

XCEL ENERGY FIRST QUARTER 2023 EARNINGS REPORT

Exhibit 99.01 414 Nicollet Mall 4/27/2023 Minneapolis, MN 55401 XCEL ENERGY FIRST QUARTER 2023 EARNINGS REPORT •First quarter GAAP diluted earnings per share were $0.76 in 2023 compared with $0.70 in 2022. •Xcel Energy reaffirms 2023 EPS guidance of $3.30 to $3.40. MINNEAPOLIS — Xcel Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XEL) today reported 2023 first quarter GAAP and ongoing earnings of $418 million, or $0.76 per

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☒ Defin

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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2023 Commission File Num

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2023 Commission File Number Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter; State of Incorporation; Address of Principal Executive Offices; and Telephone Number IRS Emp

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S-3ASR Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2023 Registration No.

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-3 (Form Type) Xcel Energy Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Table 1: Newly Registered Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered (1) Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common stock, par value $2.50 p

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

EX-23.01 Exhibit 23.01 CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form S-3 of our report dated February 23, 2023, relating to the financial statements of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries, and the effectiveness of Xcel Energy Inc. and subsidiaries’ internal control over financial reporting, appearing in th