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utilities: Archive
4 Gas Distribution Stocks Worth Adding in a Flourishing Industry
by Jewel Saha
Rising natural gas export volumes and consistent investment in pipeline infrastructure are strengthening the near-term outlook for the Zacks Utility - Gas Distribution industry. Utilities with stable infrastructure like ATO, UGI, OGS and NWN are well-poised to gain.
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Can Strategic Hedging Strengthen Vistra's Earnings and Growth Outlook?
by Jewel Saha
VST's robust hedging strategy boosts earnings visibility and fuels long-term growth.
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American Electric to Gain From Investments and Renewable Expansion
by Zacks Equity Research
AEP boosts renewable capacity with billions in planned spending, but high debt levels raise solvency concerns.
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California Water Boosts Wastewater Operations Through Silverwood Deal
by Zacks Equity Research
CWT expands into Silverwood's wastewater systems, boosting sustainability and growth across California's water sector.
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FirstEnergy Benefits From Investments & Infrastructure Upgrades
by Zacks Equity Research
FE's focus on infrastructure upgrades should improve its service reliability and overall performance.
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ATO or OGS: Which Utility Stock Is a Safer Choice for Investors?
by Zacks Equity Research
ATO and OGS work efficiently and continue to provide reliable services to their expanding customer base.
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Can Carbon-Free Nuclear Power Anchor NextEra's Clean Energy Future?
by Jewel Saha
NEE's carbon-free nuclear power is expected to boost grid stability, cut emissions and support long-term clean energy growth.
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Can Market Expansion and Operational Efficiency Support NRG's Growth?
by Jewel Saha
NRG's market expansion, disciplined capital allocation and operational efficiency are boosting long-term growth.
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Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Rogers Communications Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to RCI stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Why Southwest Gas Stock Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio for Now
by Zacks Equity Research
SWX is a strong investment pick, driven by steady customer growth, rising EPS estimates and strategic infrastructure spending.
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UGI's AmeriGas Propane to Divest Hawaii Assets by Fiscal Q4 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
UGI's subsidiary offloads Hawaii propane assets, aims to cut debt and sharpen operational focus.
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4 Stock Market Winners Now With Relative Price Strength
by Nilanjan Choudhury
PEGA, MYRG, DAVE and FERG are standing out with strong relative price strength and bullish earnings revisions.
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Can Vistra Benefit From the Clean Energy Transition & Net-Zero Goal?
by Jewel Saha
VST targets net-zero emissions by 2050, retiring fossil assets and ramping up renewables to boost earnings.
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Stock Market News for Jun 20, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed flat on Wednesday, with little to no movement across sectors.
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Company News for Jun 20, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: GMS, COIN, KFY, PEG
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cryptocurrency utilities
Reasons to Include CenterPoint Stock in Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
CNP's $48.5 billion capital plan, strong dividend growth and renewable energy push make it a standout in utility investing now.
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Evergy Benefits From Strategic Investments & Renewable Expansion
by Zacks Equity Research
EVRG's strategic investment plans help it expand its operations in the transmission market. Focus on renewable expansion should boost its performance.
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Is NEE Building Sustainable Growth Through Capital Spending?
by Jewel Saha
NextEra Energy is investing more than $72 billion through 2029 to expand clean energy, boost grid resilience and drive steady earnings growth.
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Reasons to Add American Water Works Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
AWK is a good stock to invest in the utility water-supply industry, given its earnings growth, ROE and better debt management.
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NEE Stock Trades at a Premium Valuation to Its Industry: How to Play?
by Jewel Saha
NextEra Energy trades at a premium, but strong clean energy growth, rising earnings and improving dividends justify the price.
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Exelon to Gain From Investments and Cost Management Initiatives
by Zacks Equity Research
EXC boosts its capital plan by 10%, targeting stronger utility operations and 7.4% rate-based growth by 2028.
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TotalEnergies Secures 1GW Offshore Wind Concession in Germany
by Zacks Equity Research
TTE wins a 1 GW North Sea wind concession, boosting its clean energy push. The company is also looking for cost-cutting opportunities in the area.
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oil-energy utilities
Watch These Renewable Energy & Battery Energy Stocks for Valuable Gains
by Aparajita Dutta
VWDRY, STEM, AEE and AEP are riding a global renewables boom with major clean energy and storage expansion plans ahead.
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4 Safe-Haven Utility Stocks to Buy Amid Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
by Ritujay Ghosh
Teaser: Geopolitical unrest boosts demand for low-beta utility plays like ATO, FTS, MDU, and NI, all backed by solid earnings outlooks.
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Southern's Unit Achieves 50% Hydrogen Blend in Natural Gas Turbine
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's unit, Georgia Power, in partnership with Mitsubishi Power, hits a milestone with the world's largest 50% hydrogen blend test on a gas turbine.
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