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utilities: Archive
Stock Market News for Aug 22, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed lower on Thursday, pulled down by utilities and consumer stocks.
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retail utilities
Capital Investments & Customer Expansion Fuel Spire's Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
SR boosts investments, expands into Nashville with a $2.48B deal, and drives growth through technology and customer gains.
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utilities
NextEra is Trading Above 50 & 200 Day SMA: Is it Time to Add the Stock?
by Jewel Saha
NextEra Energy trades above 50 and 200-day SMAs, fueled by clean energy growth, strong ROE, rising earnings, and increasing demand.
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Reasons to Add Essential Utilities Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
WTRG boosts growth with acquisitions, strong returns, steady dividends and rising customer demand.
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Are Options Traders Betting on a Big Move in Centuri Holdings Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to CTRI stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Can PPL's Diversified Fuel Mix Drive Growth & Decarbonization?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
PPL aims to enhance grid reliability, reduce carbon emissions and lower costs for customers.
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Here's Why IDACORP Stock Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio Right Away
by Zacks Equity Research
IDA's steady earnings growth, strong balance sheet, rising customer base, and clean energy focus make it a compelling utility investment.
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MDU Resources Boosts Shareholder Value Through 7.7% Dividend Hike
by Zacks Equity Research
MDU raises its quarterly dividend by 7.7%, marking 87 years of uninterrupted payouts and reaffirming its long-term commitment to shareholders.
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utilities
Southern's Subsidiary Installs Advanced Turbines at Plant Yates
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's subsidiary, Georgia Power, teams up with Mitsubishi Power to install new gas turbines at Plant Yates, increasing energy output and providing jobs for locals.
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energy utilities
4 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Bank on as Consumer Sentiment Plummets
by Ritujay Ghosh
As consumer sentiment weakens and inflation fears grow, Fortis, NJR, ONE Gas and Diageo emerge as attractive low-beta, dividend-paying plays.
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consumer-staples utilities
Exelon to Invest $38B in Infrastructure Amid Changing Usage Patterns
by Zacks Equity Research
EXC is poised for growth courtesy of its long-term investment plans and rising demand in the service region.
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utilities
Eversource Benefits From Grid Upgrades & Clean Energy Expansion
by Zacks Equity Research
ES boosts reliability with $24.2B investment plan, major asset sale and focus on clean energy growth.
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utilities
Best Income Stocks to Buy for August 15th
by Zacks Equity Research
TEN, CZNC and NGG made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on August 15, 2025.
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finance transportation utilities
Global Water Resources Q2 Earnings and Revenues Meet Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
GWRS' second-quarter earnings are in line with estimates. Revenues improve year over year due to organic growth, increased consumption and higher rates.
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earnings utilities
Can Vistra's Energy Storage Power the Next Wave of Clean Energy?
by Zacks Equity Research
VST's large-scale battery projects boost grid reliability, drive renewable integration and ensure increasing usage of renewables in power generation.
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Reasons to Include National Grid Stock in Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
NGG's strong earnings outlook, $69B investment plan and 5.77% dividend yield make it a standout in the utility sector.
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Will PPL's Infrastructure Upgrades Boost Its Reliability & Earnings?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
PPL is investing heavily in transmission and distribution upgrades to improve service reliability.
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Consolidated Water Q2 Earnings and Sales Surpass Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
CWCO posts a 60% second-quarter EPS beat and 6.3% year-over-year revenue growth, driven by stronger retail sales.
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earnings utilities
Genie Energy Q2 Earnings Decline Y/Y Amid Squeezed Margins
by Zacks Equity Research
GNE's Q2 results reflect strong y/y revenue growth, but higher wholesale costs pressure margins. GREW deliver robust performance.
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earnings utilities
Here's Why You Should Include ONE Gas Stock in Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
OGS makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, capability to increase shareholders' value, regulated operations and strategic investments.
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utilities
5 ETFs to Benefit if Fed Cuts Rate in September
by Sweta Killa
With rate cut odds climbing, ETFs like VNQ, XLU, XLY, IWM and GLD look likely to gain from a Fed move.
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consumer-discretionary etfs gold real-estate utilities
Vistra Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss, Both Up Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
Vistra tops second-quarter earnings estimates despite sales miss, and pushes ahead with clean energy projects and share buybacks.
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earnings utilities
Can NextEra Energy Grow Through Transmission & Distribution Expansion?
by Jewel Saha
NEE's vast T&D network powers renewable growth, driving steady earnings gains and assisting it in serving demand from an expanding customer base.
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utilities
Alliant Energy Q2 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Revenues Miss
by Zacks Equity Research
LNT's second-quarter earnings improve 19.3% and beat estimates, but revenues miss despite year-over-year growth.
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earnings utilities
Consolidated Edison Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
ED's posts Q2 earnings and revenue growth, topping estimates and reaffirming the 2025 outlook.
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utilities