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utilities: Archive
Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in AEP Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to American Electric Power stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Top 5 Low Price-to-Sales Stock Picks for Value-Focused Investors
by Rajani Lohia
Trading at low price-to-sales multiples, stocks like HG, M, GIII, CWT and UFPI could reward value investors as revenue growth gains traction.
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Xcel Energy to Report Q4 Earnings: What's in Store for the Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
XEL is expected to report Q4 2025 results on Feb. 5, with earnings seen up nearly 20% on customer growth and regulatory wins, even as costs, taxes and interest rise.
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Zacks.com featured highlights include Universal Health Services, Pinnacle West Capital and Methanex
by Zacks Equity Research
Ark Invest says inflation fears are overblown as real-time data shows prices plunging, while traditional hedges like bitcoin, gold and silver slide.
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industrial-products medical utilities
Spire's Q1 Earnings Higher Than Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
SR reports stronger-than-expected Q1 results, with rising revenues, improved operating income and higher earnings across key segments.
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American Electric Banks on Investments and Renewables for Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
AEP ramps up grid and renewable spending, backed by a massive transmission network, even as reliance on a few retail providers adds risks.
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Atmos Energy to Release Q1 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know
by Zacks Equity Research
ATO heads into Q1 earnings with growth from new rates, steady customer additions and ongoing system upgrades in focus.
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Entergy's Grid and Renewable Investments Strengthen Growth Outlook
by Zacks Equity Research
ETR plans $41B in grid, transmission and generation upgrades while accelerating solar additions, but nuclear fuel price volatility remains a key risk.
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3 Sales Growth Stocks to Bet on for Robust Returns in 2026
by Swayta Shah
Universal Health Services, Pinnacle West Capital and Methanex stand out for 2026 sales growth, plus screens for cash flow, value, margins and ROE.
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basic-materials medical utilities
4 Defensive Stocks to Buy as Consumer Confidence Dips to12-Year Low
by Ritujay Ghosh
With consumer confidence at a 12-year low, low-beta picks AEE, FTS, CAH and JJSF stand out as defensive plays to weather volatility.
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