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utilities: Archive
Defensive ETFs Shine Amid a Rough Start to September
by Sweta Killa
Defensive sector ETFs achieve new highs amid a dull start to September.
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consumer-staples etfs medical real-estate utilities
4 Stocks to Watch From the Thriving Electric Power Industry
by Jewel Saha
Amid rising demand for electricity and an increase in the unit price of electricity, utilities like XEL, DTE, EVRG and AES are set to benefit from a strong customer base.
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Here's Why You Should Add SJW Group Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
SJW makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, prudent debt management and capability to increase shareholder value.
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AWK's Unit Installs Treatment Plant to Provide Groundwater
by Zacks Equity Research
American Water Works' unit Illinois American Water started to operate a new groundwater treatment plant to provide high-quality water to its customers.
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SWX Stock Rides on Strategic Investments and Expanding Customer Base
by Zacks Equity Research
Southwest Gas continues to benefit from strategic investments to improve its infrastructure. Its diverse and growing customer base also boosts performance.
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WEC Energy Stock Rides on Investments & Focus on Clean Energy
by Zacks Equity Research
WEC benefits from its strategic investment plans to further upgrade its infrastructure. Its focus on clean energy and customer growth should also drive performance.
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NRG Energy Stock Rides on Strategic Buyouts and Diverse Customer Base
by Zacks Equity Research
NRG continues to benefit from strategic acquisitions, a diverse customer base and a long-term customer retention strategy.
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Reasons to Add New Jersey Resources Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
NJR makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, strong ROE and capability to increase shareholders' value.
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5 Best-Performing Sector ETFs in Volatile August
by Sweta Killa
We have highlighted five top-performing ETFs from different sectors that were the leaders in August.
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communications etfs gold medical reit utilities
Southern's Unit to Launch Renewable Initiative for Microgrid
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's subsidiary, PowerSecure, plans to launch a 100% renewable fuel initiative with HVO at Durham microgrid, highlighting its commitment to clean energy and sustainability.
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NextEra Energy's Shares Gain 22.7% in a Year: Should You Buy?
by Jewel Saha
NextEra Energy's (NEE) prices continue to rise due to expanding renewable assets, and rising demand from customers.
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AEP Stock Rides on Investments Despite High Interest Rates
by Zacks Equity Research
American Electric is expected to benefit from its systematic investment plan and renewable portfolio expansion amid the impacts of an increased interest rate environment.
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New Strong Buy Stocks for August 29th
by Zacks Equity Research
MRX, CAJPY, NFG, LYTS and MPLX have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on August 29, 2024.
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Vistra Corp. Shares Rise 183% in a Year: Should You Buy?
by Jewel Saha
VST is a good stock to hold in your portfolio, given its stable dividend and rising demand for clean energy in the area it operates.
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Telefonica Gains 12% in 6 Months: Should Investors Buy TEF Stock?
by Vaishali Doshi
Strategic investments in network expansion and operational efficiency bode well for Telefonica amid increasing competition and FX volatility.
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PSEG Stock Rides on Investments Despite Weak Financial Position
by Zacks Equity Research
PEG is expected to benefit from renewable expansion and its systematic investment plan despite the effects of elevated costs to remediate all MGP sites.
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Reasons to Add Xcel Energy Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
XEL makes a strong case for investment given its growth prospects, strong ROE, highly efficient operations and capability to increase shareholders' value through dividend payouts.
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PPL Stock Gains 20% Year to Date: What Should Investors Do Now?
by Jewel Saha
PPL's investment in infrastructure and cost management makes its operation reliable and affordable. A stable dividend makes the stock attractive.
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Here's Why You Should Add AES to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
AES makes a strong case for investment given its growth prospects, strong ROE and capability to increase shareholders' value through dividend payouts.
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American Semiconductor (AMSC) Up 79.3% YTD: Should You Buy the Stock?
by Shilpa Mete
American Semiconductor (AMSC) rides on the solid uptake of its grid interconnection solutions, licensed wind energy designs and electrical systems.
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Here's Why You Should Add PPL to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
PPL makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, highly liquid operations, efficient debt management and capability to increase shareholders' value.
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Here's Why You Should Add Exelon (EXC) to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Exelon (EXC) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, highly liquid operations and capability to increase shareholders' value.
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5 Sector ETFs Scaling New Highs on Fed Minutes
by Sweta Killa
The Fed minutes infused some optimism as most officials favored a September rate cut if inflation continued to cool. Sector ETFs, which are the major beneficiaries of a rate cut, rallied to new 52-week highs.
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consumer-discretionary etfs gold real-estate tech-stocks utilities
Reasons to Add DTE Energy (DTE) Stock to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
DTE Energy (DTE) is a solid investment pick in the utility space, given its growth prospects, strong dividend yield and systematic long-term capital expenditure plan.
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Avangrid's (AGR) Arms Install More Than 700,000 Smart Meters
by Zacks Equity Research
Avangrid's (AGR) New York State Electric & Gas and Rochester Gas and Electric units install more than 700,000 smart meters to enhance the company's service reliability.
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