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utilities: Archive
The Zacks Analyst Blog PPL, Xcel Energy and American Electric Power
by Zacks Equity Research
PPL, Xcel Energy and American Electric Power are included in this Analyst Blog.
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utilities
Here's Why You Should Add Exelon Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
EXC makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, solvency and capability to increase shareholders' value.
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utilities
PPL Stock Outperforms its Industry in Six Months: How to Play?
by Jewel Saha
Despite PPL's rising estimates and systematic expenditure to strengthen operations, our suggestion for investors is to wait and look for a better entry point, as the stock is trading at a premium.
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utilities
Constellation Energy vs. Vistra: Which Utility Stock is a Stronger Bet?
by Jewel Saha
CEG and VST exemplify the ongoing transition in the energy sector, where utilities are actively shifting toward cleaner, more sustainable power sources.
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alt-energy utilities
Here's Why You Must Add CMS Energy Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
CMS is a solid pick in the utility space, given its prospects, ROE, better solvency, systematic investment plan and ability to raise shareholder value via regular dividends.
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utilities
Buy 5 S&P 500 Stocks Flying High Amid Index's Prevailing Volatility
by Nalak Das
Defying the bloodbath a handful of S&P 500 stocks have provided double-digit returns year to date. Five of them are AWK, EXC, CNP, PGR, BRO.
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insurance utilities
SWX or CPK: Which Is a Better Utility Gas Distribution Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
SWX and CPK work efficiently and continue to provide reliable services to their expanding customer base.
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utilities
5 Sector ETFs Set for Q1 Earnings Growth Amid Tariff Woes
by Sweta Killa
We highlight ETFs from the sectors expected to post Q1 earnings growth that could make great plays amid tariff woes.
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etfs medical retail tech-stocks transportation utilities
Best Income Stocks to Buy for April 11th
by Zacks Equity Research
EDPFY, QFIN and ORANY made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on April 11, 2025.
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business-services communications utilities
AES Rides on Renewable Expansion & Growing Presence in LNG Space
by Zacks Equity Research
AES is projected to gain from expanding renewable generation. The company is also retiring its coal-fired units to reduce carbon emissions from its portfolio.
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utilities
5 Renewable Energy Stocks to Buy Amid Growing Market Demand
by Nalak Das
Five renewable energy stocks with strong long-term potential are: AES, OGE, WEC, NI, CMS.
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alt-energy utilities
FirstEnergy's Pennsylvania Arm Finishes Upgradation of Electric System
by Zacks Equity Research
FE Pennsylvania completes work of new poles and equipment to enhance electric service reliability for nearly 1,000 customers.
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utilities
UGI Rides on Strategic Investments & Cost Reduction Initiatives
by Zacks Equity Research
UGI will further benefit from its systematic capital expenditures, improvement of existing infrastructure and cost reduction initiatives.
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utilities
Top Analyst Reports for Procter & Gamble, Novo Nordisk & PepsiCo
by Mark Vickery
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), Novo Nordisk A/S (NVO) and PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP), as well as two micro-cap stocks Genie Energy Ltd. (GNE) and Canterbury Park Holding Corporation (CPHC).
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consumer-discretionary consumer-staples pharmaceuticals utilities
NextEra vs. Dominion: Which Utility Stock Has More Growth Potential?
by Jewel Saha
D and NEE are both adding renewable energy assets to their portfolio to reduce emissions. Find out which stock is better placed in this ongoing transition in the utility space.
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utilities
American Water Works Arm Acquires Shrewsbury Township's Water System
by Zacks Equity Research
AWK's unit completes the acquisition of Shrewsbury Township's Alfred Vail Mutual Association Water system. This will help AWK expand its operations.
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utilities
5 Stocks With Robust Sales Growth to Buy Amid Tariff Headwinds
by Swayta Shah
Against extreme market volatility, the traditional stock picking method - sales growth - is apt. Stocks like MTH, ZM, EIX, SMCI and COHR are worth buying.
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business-services computers construction internet tech-stocks utilities
Best Income Stocks to Buy for April 9th
by Zacks Equity Research
HSNGY, EDPFY and TGNA made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on April 9, 2025.
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consumer-discretionary finance utilities
Seeking a Volatility Shield? 2 Stocks Worth a Look
by Derek Lewis
Investors can help balance out their risk profiles by targeting low-beta stocks, helping during intense volatility spikes like we've recently witnessed.
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insurance utilities
Stock Market News for Apr 8, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed mixed on Monday, continuing to reel under the tariff war.
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reit utilities
IDACORP Rides on Strategic Investments & Customer Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
IDA is set to further benefit from ongoing capital investments that should improve infrastructure and customer growth, creating more demand.
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utilities
Top Research Reports for Verizon, The Southern Co. & Blackstone
by Mark Vickery
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ), The Southern Company (SO) and Blackstone Inc. (BX), as well as two micro-cap stocks Utah Medical Products, Inc. (UTMD) and The Eastern Company (EML).
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communications finance industrial-products medical utilities
Reasons to Add Middlesex Water Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
The steadily rising earnings estimates and regular capital investments to strengthen infrastructure make MSEX stock a strong pick.
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utilities
DTE Energy to Benefit From Investments & Clean Energy Generation
by Zacks Equity Research
DTE is expected to gain from its systematic investment plan and renewable portfolio expansion. Yet, challenges in the energy trading business may hurt the company.
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utilities
4 Utility Stocks to Play Safe as Markets Brace for Black Monday
by Ritujay Ghosh
It's safe to bet on utility stocks like AVA, CMS, EXC and SWX during times of market volatility.
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finance utilities