The Globe and Mail reports in its Thursday, Sept. 10, edition that National Bank Financial analyst Patrick Kenny is keeping his "buy" call and $81 share target on Enbridge intact. The Globe's David Leeder writes in the Eye On Equities column that analysts on average target the shares at $57.08. Mr. Kenny sees Enbridge's internal transition as "a well-planned leadership succession, supporting strategic continuity for shareholders." Mr. Ebel is retiring as chief executive officer at the end of 2026 after four years in the position. He will be replaced by Michele Harradence, who is currently the company's executive vice-president and president of gas distribution and storage. Mr. Kenny says in a note: "Ms. Harradence's appointment follows a multiyear succession planning process led by the board and reflects her extensive leadership experience across Enbridge's gas distribution and gas transmission and midstream businesses, as well as previous 'liquids' roles within the oil sands and refining sectors in Canada. Ms. Harradence has led Enbridge's gas distribution and storage business since 2022, including overseeing the integration of the company's recent acquisition of three U.S. natural gas utilities from Dominion Energy."