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utilities: Archive
Consumer Confidence Climbs But Economic Woes Remain: 4 Utility Picks
by Ritujay Ghosh
Consumer confidence rises, but economic strain persists--ATO, AWR, FTS, NI stand out as defensive picks with solid earnings outlooks.
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New Strong Sell Stocks for April 1st
by Zacks Equity Research
AVA, CWCO and DTEGY have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on April 1st, 2026.
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VST Stock: Valuation and Other Factors That Could Move Shares
by Jewel Saha
Vistra trades below peers despite stronger earnings visibility, with hedging and contracts shaping valuation as investors weigh 2026 guidance and long-term growth.
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Vistra Banks on the Data Center & ERCOT Growth: The 2027-2028 Setup
by Jewel Saha
VST bets on data center demand and ERCOT growth, with hedging and long-term nuclear deals shaping a potential pricing inflection by 2027-2028.
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Hedging & Nuclear PPAs Create Visibility for Vistra's Future Earnings
by Jewel Saha
VST rides clean energy demand, strong earnings growth and shareholder returns while trading below peers.
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Vistra Outperforms Industry in a Year: How to Play the Stock?
by Jewel Saha
VST rides clean energy demand, strong earnings growth and shareholder returns while trading below peers.
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Here's Why You Should Add Atmos Energy to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
ATO's rising gas demand, strong earnings outlook and steady infrastructure investments make it a compelling addition to the portfolio now.
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5 Defensive Stocks to Buy Amid Market's Recent Bloodbath
by Nalak Das
DUK, ETR, STZ, KO and JNJ emerge as defensive picks as market volatility spikes, offering stability through dividends, low beta, and steady growth strategies.
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consumer-staples pharmaceuticals utilities
WTRG's Investments, Rates and Strategic Acquisition Drive Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
Essential Utilities gains from $1.4B investments, rate hikes and acquisitions, which position the utility for steady growth through 2027.
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BE vs BLDP: Which Clean Energy Stock Has More Growth Potential?
by Jewel Saha
Surging earnings, sales growth and stronger ROIC give Bloom Energy an edge over Ballard Power as hydrogen demand and policy support accelerate
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alt-energy oil-energy utilities