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How Is PPL Accelerating Decarbonization Through Research & Development?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
PPL advances carbon capture, storage, and clean energy tech as it invests in R&D to drive a low-carbon, net-zero future.
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Company News for Oct 6, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: GME,AMAT,ETR,GOOGL,META
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retail semiconductor tech-stocks utilities
Zacks.com featured highlights include Public Service Enterprise Group, Genpact, The Progressive, Exelon and Butterfly Network
by Zacks Equity Research
Zacks spotlights five top-ranked stocks including Public Service Enterprise Group and Progressive poised to benefit from rising P/E momentum.
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computers insurance medical utilities
Renewable Push & Key Investments to Drive Growth for American Electric
by Zacks Equity Research
AEP plans to invest $54B in upgrades and renewable projects through 2029, targeting 6-8% long-term earnings growth.
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IDT Stock Slips Following Q4 Earnings Despite Strong Segment Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
IDT records strong fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 segment growth in NRS and BOSS Money, while overall EPS reflected a prior-year tax benefit lapse.
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D or EXC: Which Is a Better-Positioned Electric Power Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
D and EXC work efficiently and continue to provide reliable services to their expanding customer base.
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Infrastructure Upgrades to Drive FirstEnergy's Future Performance
by Zacks Equity Research
FE's $28B grid modernization plan and growing data center demand highlight its growth prospects despite regulatory risks.
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BCE's Bell Expands Wireless Coverage Across 224 Canadian Communities
by Zacks Equity Research
BCE is expanding Bell's wireless network to 224 Canadian communities by 2026, aiming for faster speeds, broader coverage and advanced connectivity.
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business-services communications tech-stocks utilities
NextEra Energy Gains From Investment and Renewable Focus
by Zacks Equity Research
NEE's strong investment plan to strengthen renewable power generation and acquisitions to expand overall operations is likely to continue boosting its performance.
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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.
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finance tech-stocks utilities
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Atmos Energy, Consolidated Water, NorthWestern Energy and Northwest Natural
by Zacks Equity Research
As economic uncertainty grows, ATO, CWCO, NWE, and NWN offer low-beta stability, attractive dividends, and steady growth, making them defensive picks in the utility sector.
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Investments and Consolidation Efforts Fuel WTRG's Growth Story
by Zacks Equity Research
Essential Utilities gains from acquisitions, organic expansion, and $7.8B in infrastructure investments.
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4 Utility Stocks to Buy as Consumer Confidence Continues to Shrink
by Ritujay Ghosh
Shrinking consumer confidence and economic uncertainty spotlight Atmos Energy, CWCO, NWE, and NWN as defensive utility picks.
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Top Stock Reports for NextEra Energy, U.S. Bancorp and Air Products & Chemicals
by Mark Vickery
NextEra Energy expands its renewable pipeline, U.S. Bancorp builds on earnings momentum, and Air Products eyes growth despite headwinds.
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finance industrial-products retail utilities
Evergy's Infrastructure Investments & Renewable Push Drive Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
EVRG's is ramping up transmission investments, renewable projects, and infrastructure upgrades to drive growth while targeting carbon neutrality by 2045.
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WEC Energy Gains From Demand Growth & New Investment
by Zacks Equity Research
WEC rides the rising C&I demand and a $28 billion clean-energy plan, but faces pressure from tough competition and regulations.
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Vistra vs. NextEra Energy: Which Utility Stock Shines Brighter Now?
by Jewel Saha
NEE and VST, both investing significantly to lower emissions by expanding their generation portfolios with clean energy assets.
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Stock Market News for Sep 29, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed higher on Friday, pulled up by utilities and discretionary stocks.
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auto-tires-trucks utilities
Company News for Sep 29, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: EA, CNXC, COST, NRG
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retail utilities
Here's Why You Should Buy Portland General Electric Stock Now
by Zacks Equity Research
POR's rising earnings outlook, strong dividends, and clean energy push highlight its growth story.
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Things to Weigh Before Choosing Between OKLO and SO Stock
by Nilanjan Choudhury
SO delivers steady dividends and proven nuclear execution, while OKLO offers high-risk growth tied to small modular reactors.
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alt-energy artificial-intelligence energy utilities
Constellation Energy vs. Ameren: Which Power Stock Has More Upside?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
U.S. utility operators, CEG and AEE, have the ability to expand even further and deliver services more effectively.
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Here Are Some Reasons to Add ATO Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Atmos Energy is a good stock to invest in the utility gas-distribution industry, given its growth prospects, effective debt management, and ability to increase shareholder value.
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Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Brookfield Infrastructure Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to BIPC stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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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.
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