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utilities: Archive
5 S&P 500 Stocks Unscathed by the Market Mayhem
by Sweta Killa
The S&P 500 shed about $2.4 trillion in market cap in yesterday's trading session. Still, stocks like LW, CNC, KR, FSLR and AWK showed strength.
FSLRNegative Net Change KRNegative Net Change AWKNegative Net Change CNCPositive Net Change LWNegative Net Change
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Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: GE Vernova, Constellation Energy and Microsoft
by Zacks Equity Research
GE Vernova, Constellation Energy and Microsoft are part of the Zacks Investment Ideas article.
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Middlesex Water's Unit Acquires the Water Assets of TOV for $4.6M
by Zacks Equity Research
MSEX's unit acquires water assets of the Town of Ocean View for $4.6 million. This deal will expand its operation in Delaware.
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Weekly Option Windfall: Utilities Buck the Trend in 2025
by Bryan Hayes
Utilities are one group that tend to hold up better during market corrections.
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Evergy Rides on Strategic Investments & Renewable Expansion
by Zacks Equity Research
EVRG's capital investment plans help it expand its operations in the transmission market. Adding more renewable assets should boost its performance.
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Buy 5 Low-Beta High-Yielding Stocks Amid Trump Tariffs and Market Rout
by Nalak Das
Five low-beta stocks with high dividend yield look attractive at current market scenario. These are: ATO, WEC, EXC, CMS, CNP.
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Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Atmos Energy, Southwest Gas, New Jersey Resources and Chesapeake Utilities
by Zacks Equity Research
Atmos Energy, Southwest Gas, New Jersey Resources and Chesapeake Utilities are part of the Zacks Industry Outlook article.
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Trump's Retaliatory Tariffs Threaten Markets: 5 Low-Beta Stocks to Buy
by Ritujay Ghosh
Investing in defensive stocks like SWX, CMS, TAP, SONY and CAH is a safe bet during times of market volatility.
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Here's Why You Should Add WEC Energy Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
WEC makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, return on equity, solvency and capability to increase shareholders' value.
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4 Utility Mutual Funds to Buy on Trump Tariff Announcements
by Zacks Equity Research
Invest in utility mutual funds like FUGIX, BULIX, FSUTX and FKUTX for excellent returns as Trump tariffs keep the markets volatile.
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Dominion Energy Proposes Rate Increase to Improve Service Reliability
by Zacks Equity Research
D's segment Dominion Energy Virginia proposes new base and fuel rates that should allow the company to enhance service reliability.
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4 Gas Distribution Stocks to Accumulate in a Thriving Industry
by Jewel Saha
Ongoing increases in natural gas export volumes and regular investment in pipelines are driving the Zacks Gas Distribution industry's near-term prospects. Utilities with stable infrastructure like ATO, SWX, NJR and CPK are well-poised to gain.
ATOPositive Net Change SWXNegative Net Change CPKNegative Net Change NJRNo Net Change
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Do Options Traders Know Something About AES Stock We Don't?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to AES stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Southern Company Enhances Security With OneLayer's Bridge Platform
by Zacks Equity Research
SO partners with OneLayer to strengthen the security and management of its private LTE network, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
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Eversource Rides on Strategic Investments & Renewable Expansion
by Zacks Equity Research
ES' systematic capital investment plans and expansion of renewable operations should further improve its overall performance.
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Dominion Stock Gains From Infrastructure & Renewable Investments
by Zacks Equity Research
D is gaining from steady investments to strengthen its infrastructure. However, risks related to operating nuclear facilities remain a concern.
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VST Stock Trading at a Premium to Industry at 19.38X: Should You Buy?
by Jewel Saha
Vistra stock enjoys the benefits of rising demand in its service territories. Yet, it is trading at a premium, so new investors should wait and look for a better entry point ahead.
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Forget Tech: Buy These 5 Non-Tech High Flyers of Q1
by Nalak Das
Here we discuss five non-tech stocks that have provided double-digit returns year to date, defying the negative trends of U.S. stock markets. These are TPR, WEC, CNP, CME and CEH.
CMEPositive Net Change CAHPositive Net Change WECPositive Net Change CNPPositive Net Change TPRPositive Net Change
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BCE's Bell Media Expands Globally, Buys Majority Stake in Sphere Abacus
by Zacks Equity Research
BCE's subsidiary, Bell Media, strengthens its global content distribution business by acquiring a majority stake in Sphere Abacus.
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Avista, CMS Energy, NiSource Inc., CenterPoint Energy
by Zacks Equity Research
Avista, CMS Energy, NiSource Inc., CenterPoint Energy are included in this Analyst Blog.
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4 Utility Stocks to Buy as Consumer Confidence Sinks to 12-Year Low
by Ritujay Ghosh
Utility stocks like AVA, CMS, NI and CNP are a safe bet amid growing concerns of a slowing economy.
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Here's Why You Should Add NiSource Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
NI makes a strong case for investment given its solid earnings growth prospects, increasing investments and capability to increase shareholders' value through dividends.
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Here's Why You Must Add OGE Energy Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
OGE is a solid pick in the utility space, given its prospects, better debt management, systematic investment plan and ability to raise shareholder value.
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CPK or NJR: Which Is a Better Utility Gas Distribution Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
CPK and NJR work efficiently and continue to provide reliable services to their expanding customer base.
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Do Options Traders Know Something About UGI Stock We Don't?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to UGI stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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