On Thursday, January 31, 2013, Xcel Energy (NYSE: XEL) will host a conference call to review fourth quarter financial results. Earnings will be released prior to the opening of trading.

The call will begin at 9:00 a.m. Central Time. To participate in the conference call, please dial in at least 5-10 minutes prior to the scheduled start and follow the operator's instructions. You will be asked for the conference ID number.

US Dial-In: 877-941-0844
International Dial-In: 480-629-9835
Conference ID: 4577479

The conference call will also be simultaneously broadcast and archived on our website, along with an MP3 download, at the following location:

http://www.xcelenergy.com
Click on: Investor Relations

If you are unable to participate in the live event, the call will be available for replay from 2:00 p.m. on January 31 through 11:59 p.m. on February 1, Central Time.

Replay Numbers
US Dial-In: 800-406-7325
International Dial-In: 303-590-3030
Access Code: 4577479 #

Xcel Energy
Financial Analysts:
Paul Johnson, 612-215-4535
Vice President Investor Relations and Business Development
or
News Media Inquiries:
Xcel Energy Media Relations, 612-215-5300
Internet: www.xcelenergy.com