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utilities: Archive
ETFs to Make the Most of the Sector Rotation
by Sweta Killa
Investors are flocking to defensive sectors like utilities and consumer staples in search of cheap stocks. Amid such scenario, these ETFs could be solid picks to tap the sector rotation.
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5 Utility Stocks at the Forefront of the Recent Rally
by Sweta Killa
The utility sector is now the third-best-performing sector year to date and the top-performing S&P 500 sector of the second quarter after a solid rally in the past month.
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What's in Store for Consolidated Water (CWCO) in Q1 Earnings?
by Zacks Equity Research
Consolidated Water's (CWCO) first-quarter 2024 earnings are likely to have continued to benefit from a diversified revenue stream, PERC's contracts and the improvement of tourist activity.
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5 Safe Stocks to Buy as Consumer Sentiment Hits 6-Month Low
by Ritujay Ghosh
Utility and consumer staples stocks like California Water Service Group (CWT), National Grid plc (NGG), Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (PNW), Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) and PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) are a safe bet during times of uncertainty.
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U.S. Consumer Sentiment Plummets in May: 5 Safe Stock Picks
by Nalak Das
We have narrowed our search to five defensive stocks with strong potential for the rest of 2024. These are: ES, ATO, MKC, TSN, RMD.
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consumer-staples medical utilities
Here's Why Utility ETFs Are Scaling New Highs
by Sweta Killa
The utility sector, which tends to outperform when the economy is in a downturn, is making the most of the current volatility and uncertainty triggered by the timing of the Fed rate cuts, slowing economy and geopolitical tension.
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5 Stocks to Watch on Dividend Hikes to Reward Investors
by Santanu Roy
Investors may keep a tab on stocks like ASC, TGNA, HY, CPK and EXPD, which have lately hiked their dividend payments.
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consumer-discretionary industrial-products transportation utilities
Is a Surprise Coming for Nextracker (NXT) This Earnings Season?
by Zacks Equity Research
Nextracker (NXT) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.
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Utilities ETF (VPU) Hits New 52-Week High
by Sanghamitra Saha
The utilities ETF VPU hit a new 52-week high recently. Can it soar higher?
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Evergy (EVRG) Q1 Earnings Lag Estimates, Revenues Up Y/Y
by Jewel Saha
Evergy's (EVRG) first-quarter earnings are lower than estimates primarily due to adverse impact weather on demand.
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American States Water (AWR) Q1 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
American States Water (AWR) reports better-than-expected first-quarter earnings. The company starts to provide water and wastewater services in two military bases.
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Atmos Energy (ATO) Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Up Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
Atmos Energy's (ATO) fiscal second-quarter earnings and revenues increase year over year. However, operation and maintenance expenses rise during the same period.
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Should You Buy Algonquin Power & Utilities (AQN) Ahead of Earnings?
by Zacks Equity Research
Algonquin Power & Utilities (AQN) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.
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Top Analyst Reports for Salesforce, BP & Southern Co.
by Mark Vickery
Toda's Research Daily features new research reports on 16 major stocks, including Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), BP p.l.c. (BP) and The Southern Company (SO).
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Why TREX Might Surprise This Earnings Season
by Zacks Equity Research
TREX is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.
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utilities
Southwest Gas (SWX) Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Sales Beat
by Zacks Equity Research
Southwest Gas' (SWX) first-quarter 2024 earnings and revenues decline year over year. Utility infrastructure services expenses decrease during the same period.
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NiSource (NI) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss
by Zacks Equity Research
NiSource's (NI) first-quarter 2024 earnings increase year over year, while revenues decline. Total operating expenses decrease during the same period.
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Sempra (SRE) Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Decline Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
Sempra's (SRE) Q1 total revenues of $3.64 billion decline 44.5% from the year-ago quarter's level. The top line also misses the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 41%.
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Duke Energy (DUK) Q1 Earnings Up Y/Y, Revenues Miss Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Duke Energy's (DUK) first-quarter revenues lag estimates. The company's 2024 EPS outlook remains unchanged.
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OGE Energy (OGE) Q1 Earnings Lag Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
OGE Energy's (OGE) first-quarter earnings and revenues miss the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company keeps its 2024 EPS outlook unchanged.
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NRG Energy (NRG) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Decline Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
NRG Energy's (NRG) first-quarter 2024 earnings and revenues decline year over year. Adjusted EBITDA increases during the same period.
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Southern's (SO) Newest Reactor Begins Commercial Operations
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern's (SO) Vogtle Unit-4 can generate enough electricity to power 500,000 homes and businesses and provide reliable and emissions-free energy for at least 60-80 years.
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Evergy (EVRG) to Post Q1 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know
by Zacks Equity Research
Evergy's (EVRG) first-quarter results are expected to benefit from energy efficiency programs and cost-saving initiatives. However, higher depreciation expenses might impact negatively.
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Southern (SO) Q1 Earnings Beat on Lower Operating Expense
by Zacks Equity Research
The Southern Company (SO) has guided earnings per share of $3.95-$4.05 for this year.
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ONE Gas (OGS) Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Down Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
ONE Gas (OGS) first-quarter earnings come in lower than expected due to warmer-than-normal weather impacting demand. The company expands customer base in the reported quarter.
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