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Top-Ranked Utility ETFs Poised to Benefit From Recent Fed Rate Cut
by Aparajita Dutta
A third Fed rate cut this year is boosting utilities, making diversified Utility ETFs like XLU an attractive way to tap lower borrowing costs and steady dividends.
Buy these 4 Utility ETFs to Ride the AI Boom Before 2025 Ends
by Aparajita Dutta
Utility ETFs like XLU gain momentum as AI-driven data center power demand and falling rate expectations boost the sector's appeal.
5 ETFs Primed to Soar if the Fed Cuts Rates in December
by Aparajita Dutta
XLK and other sector ETFs set to gain as expectations surge for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut in December.
How Rising AI Power Demand Is Fueling Utility ETFs
by Neena Mishra
We spotlight Utility ETFs that are beating the S&P 500.
Utility ETFs in Spotlight as Fed Cuts Rate Amid AI Power Boom
by Aparajita Dutta
Utility ETFs, like XLU and VPU, are set to shine as the Fed's latest rate cut and AI-driven power demand create a powerful tailwind for the sector.
Utility ETFs in the Spotlight as Q3 Earnings Season Kicks Off
by Aparajita Dutta
AI-driven power demand and solid Q3 earnings from utilities like FE put ETFs such as XLU, VPU and IDU in focus.
Should You Invest in the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)?
by Zacks Equity Research
Sector ETF report for XLU
Big Tech Keeps Spending Despite Rising AI Bubble Fears: ETFs in Focus
by Sanghamitra Saha
Big Tech boosts spending despite AI bubble fears. Chip, utility & tech ETFs like SOXX, XLU, IYW should gain amid Big Tech spending spree.
Trade Tensions Threaten Market Stability: ETF Strategies to Follow
by Sanghamitra Saha
The S&P 500 could crash on renewed trade war fears if the tension is not resolved soon. ETFs, such as VIG, DGRO, CCOR, TSPY, XYLD, USMV, GLD, SLV & XLP, could help weather the volatility.
Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: XLP, KXI, XLU, VPU, VHT and XLV
by Zacks Equity Research
As AI-fueled markets show bubble risks, defensive ETFs like XLP, XLU, and XLV offer investors stability and downside protection.
If the AI Bubble Bursts, Here Are Some Defensive ETFs to Consider
by Aparajita Dutta
As AI-fueled gains spark bubble warnings, investors are eyeing defensive ETFs in consumer staples, utilities and healthcare for safety.
Why Is This the Best Time to Bet on Consumer Staples ETFs?
by Aparajita Dutta
As the U.S. government shutdown deepens economic uncertainty, investors may turn to consumer staples ETFs like XLP, FTXG and PBJ for stability.
The Calm Before the Storm? 3 Top ETFs to Fortify Your Portfolio in Q4
by Aparajita Dutta
ETFs like XLK, XLU, and XLF offer diversification and sector strength to help investors brace for Q4 market uncertainty.
AI Power Surge: How Is the Data Center Boom Energizing Utility ETFs?
by Aparajita Dutta
AI's energy-hungry data centers are fueling a surge in utility ETFs, with funds like XLU, VPU, IDU, and FUTY outpacing sector growth.
ETF Strategies to Follow as Powell Hints at September Rate Cuts
by Sanghamitra Saha
Fed Chair Powell signaled a September rate cut, triggering rallies in stocks, bonds and cryptos. ETFs like GOVT, SDIV, SPYG, IBIT, VNQ and XLU are set to gain.
Should You Invest in the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)?
by Zacks Equity Research
Sector ETF report for XLU
5 ETFs to Benefit if Fed Cuts Rate in September
by Sweta Killa
With rate cut odds climbing, ETFs like VNQ, XLU, XLY, IWM and GLD look likely to gain from a Fed move.
Utilities ETF (XLU) Hits New 52-Week High
by Sanghamitra Saha
XLU surged to a 52-week high, gaining 21.5% from its low, as investor demand for defensive plays heats up.
ETFs in Focus as U.S. Economy Rebounds in Q2
by Sanghamitra Saha
U.S. GDP grew 3% in Q2 2025, beating forecasts and easing recession fears as investors eye VTV, XLU, DVY, DFUV and SPYD.
Should You Invest in the Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF (FUTY)?
by Zacks Equity Research
Sector ETF report for FUTY
Signs of Fatigue in Wall Street Rally? ETF Strategies to Follow
by Sanghamitra Saha
As the S&P 500 momentum fades and investor unease rises, ETFs like QQQ, USMV and QUAL offer ways to stay defensive yet growth-focused in one's portfolio.
Should You Invest in the Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Utilities ETF (RSPU)?
by Zacks Equity Research
Sector ETF report for RSPU
Buy NextEra Stock Down 20% for Value, Dividends, and AI Growth
by Benjamin Rains
It's time for traders and long-term investors to buy beaten-down NextEra Energy stock down 20% as it rides multiple converging megatrends across energy and AI.
5 Sector ETFs Set to Power Q2 Earnings Growth
by Sweta Killa
XLY, ITA, VGT, XLF and XLU are positioned to benefit as Q2 earnings growth takes off across key S&P 500 sectors.
Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU)?
by Zacks Equity Research
Sector ETF report for IDU