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utilities: Archive
Xcel Energy (XEL) to Gain From Investment & Renewable Expansion
by Zacks Equity Research
Xcel Energy (XEL) is expected to further benefit from its long-term investment plans, renewable expansion and customer growth.
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Reasons to Add Entergy (ETR) to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Entergy (ETR) makes a strong case for investment, given its earnings growth prospects, strong ROE and ability to increase shareholders' value.
NIPositive Net Change ETRNegative Net Change EDPositive Net Change OGEPositive Net Change
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Top Stock Reports for McDonald's, Amgen & NextEra Energy
by Sheraz Mian
Today's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including McDonald's Corporation (MCD), Amgen Inc. (AMGN) and NextEra Energy, Inc. (NEE).
NEENegative Net Change AMGNPositive Net Change MCDPositive Net Change GISPositive Net Change CIPositive Net Change TTWONegative Net Change
medical restaurants utilities
Reasons to Add American Water Works (AWK) to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
American Water Works (AWK) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, strong ROE and capability to increase shareholders' value.
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3 Utility Mutual Funds to Counter Continued Market Volatility
by Zacks Equity Research
Invest in utility mutual funds like FIUIX, FRUAX and PRUAX for steady returns and reduction of risk in a volatile market.
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Reasons to Add Global Water Resources (GWRS) to Your Portfolio
by Zacks Equity Research
Global Water Resources (GWRS) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, earnings surprise and strong ROE.
PPLNegative Net Change YORWPositive Net Change GWRSNegative Net Change
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Reasons to Add Sempra Energy (SRE) to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Sempra Energy (SRE) presents a solid investment opportunity right now. Here, we discuss some factors that are driving the stock.
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Reasons to Add IDACORP (IDA) to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
IDACORP (IDA) makes a strong case for investment, given its earnings growth prospects, strong ROE and ability to increase shareholders' value.
NIPositive Net Change EDPositive Net Change OGEPositive Net Change IDAPositive Net Change
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Do Options Traders Know Something About Exelon (EXC) Stock We Don't?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to Exelon (EXC) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Reasons to Add CenterPoint (CNP) to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
CenterPoint Energy (CNP) makes a strong case for investment, given its well-chalked-out investment plan, regular dividend payments and a stable ROE.
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights CenterPoint Energy, Consolidated Edison, Entergy, Global Water Resources and NiSource
by Zacks Equity Research
CenterPoint Energy, Consolidated Edison, Entergy, Global Water Resources and NiSource are included in this Analyst Blog.
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NI or NRG: Which Utility Electric Power Stock to Accumulate?
by Zacks Equity Research
NRG Energy (NRG) and NiSource (NI) continue to provide efficient electricity services to its customers.
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5 Low-Beta Utilities Stocks to Buy as Fed Remains Hawkish
by Ritujay Ghosh
Low-beta utility stocks like CenterPoint Energy (CNP), Consolidated Edison (ED), Entergy (ETR), Global Water Resources (GWRS) and NiSource (NI) are safe bets as the Fed remains open to more interest rate hikes.
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Reasons to Add Southwest Gas (SWX) to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Southwest Gas (SWX) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, liquidity and capability to increase shareholders' value.
PPLNegative Net Change SREPositive Net Change EDPositive Net Change SWXPositive Net Change
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YORW or GWRS: Which Water Utility Stock Should You Invest in?
by Zacks Equity Research
Global Water Resources (GWRS) and The York Water Company (YORW) are both serving customers efficiently.
YORWPositive Net Change GWRSNegative Net Change
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MDU Resources' (MDU) 5-Year Capex to Focus on Energy Delivery
by Zacks Equity Research
MDU Resources (MDU) unveiled its five-year capital investment plan, with a primary focus on expanding its electric and natural gas delivery business and serving its customers efficiently.
NIPositive Net Change YORWPositive Net Change MDUNegative Net Change
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Reasons to Add NRG Energy (NRG) to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
NRG Energy (NRG) makes a strong case for investment, given its earnings growth, strong ROE and capability to increase shareholders' value.
PPLNegative Net Change NIPositive Net Change NRGNegative Net Change EDPositive Net Change
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Reasons to Add SJW Group (SJW) to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
SJW Group (SJW) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, strong ROE and capability to increase shareholders' value.
PPLNegative Net Change YORWPositive Net Change GWRSNegative Net Change
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Company News for Nov 21, 2023
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: NVDA, BMY, PNM, ZM
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communications semiconductor utilities
Focus on These 4 Stocks That Recently Hiked Dividends
by Ritujay Ghosh
CDW Corporation (CDW), Motorola Solutions, Inc. (MSI), New Jersey Resources Corporation (NJR) and Teck Resources Limited (TECK) recently hiked dividends.
MSIPositive Net Change NJRPositive Net Change CDWNegative Net Change TECKPositive Net Change
communications computers finance industrial-products utilities
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, strong return on equity and ability to increase shareholders' value.
EXCNegative Net Change PPLNegative Net Change NIPositive Net Change EDPositive Net Change
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Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights Sempra Energy, Atmos Energy, Southwest Gas and MDU Resources
by Zacks Equity Research
Sempra Energy, Atmos Energy, Southwest Gas and MDU Resources are part of the Zacks Industry Outlook article.
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Reasons to Add The York Water (YORW) to Your Portfolio Now
by Zacks Equity Research
The York Water Company (YORW) is a strong pick in the water utility space, given its rising earnings estimates, financial flexibility and ability to pay dividends.
CNPPositive Net Change YORWPositive Net Change GWRSNegative Net Change
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4 Gas Distribution Stocks to Watch in a Prospering Industry
by Jewel Saha
The near-term prospects of the Zacks Gas Distribution industry, along with systematic investment to strengthen infrastructure and efficiently supply natural gas to customers, should boost the performance of SRE, ATO, SWX and MDU.
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UGI Corporation (UGI) Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Lag
by Zacks Equity Research
UGI Corporation's (UGI) fiscal fourth-quarter earnings are better than expected. Earnings benefit from new gas rates and contributions from acquired assets.
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