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utilities: Archive
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Atmos Energy, Consolidated Water, NorthWestern Energy and Northwest Natural
by Zacks Equity Research
As economic uncertainty grows, ATO, CWCO, NWE, and NWN offer low-beta stability, attractive dividends, and steady growth, making them defensive picks in the utility sector.
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Investments and Consolidation Efforts Fuel WTRG's Growth Story
by Zacks Equity Research
Essential Utilities gains from acquisitions, organic expansion, and $7.8B in infrastructure investments.
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4 Utility Stocks to Buy as Consumer Confidence Continues to Shrink
by Ritujay Ghosh
Shrinking consumer confidence and economic uncertainty spotlight Atmos Energy, CWCO, NWE, and NWN as defensive utility picks.
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Top Stock Reports for NextEra Energy, U.S. Bancorp and Air Products & Chemicals
by Mark Vickery
NextEra Energy expands its renewable pipeline, U.S. Bancorp builds on earnings momentum, and Air Products eyes growth despite headwinds.
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finance industrial-products retail utilities
Evergy's Infrastructure Investments & Renewable Push Drive Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
EVRG's is ramping up transmission investments, renewable projects, and infrastructure upgrades to drive growth while targeting carbon neutrality by 2045.
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WEC Energy Gains From Demand Growth & New Investment
by Zacks Equity Research
WEC rides the rising C&I demand and a $28 billion clean-energy plan, but faces pressure from tough competition and regulations.
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Vistra vs. NextEra Energy: Which Utility Stock Shines Brighter Now?
by Jewel Saha
NEE and VST, both investing significantly to lower emissions by expanding their generation portfolios with clean energy assets.
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Stock Market News for Sep 29, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed higher on Friday, pulled up by utilities and discretionary stocks.
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auto-tires-trucks utilities
Company News for Sep 29, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: EA, CNXC, COST, NRG
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retail utilities
Here's Why You Should Buy Portland General Electric Stock Now
by Zacks Equity Research
POR's rising earnings outlook, strong dividends, and clean energy push highlight its growth story.
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Things to Weigh Before Choosing Between OKLO and SO Stock
by Nilanjan Choudhury
SO delivers steady dividends and proven nuclear execution, while OKLO offers high-risk growth tied to small modular reactors.
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alt-energy artificial-intelligence energy utilities
Constellation Energy vs. Ameren: Which Power Stock Has More Upside?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
U.S. utility operators, CEG and AEE, have the ability to expand even further and deliver services more effectively.
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Here Are Some Reasons to Add ATO Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Atmos Energy is a good stock to invest in the utility gas-distribution industry, given its growth prospects, effective debt management, and ability to increase shareholder value.
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Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Brookfield Infrastructure Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to BIPC stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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AI Power Surge: How Is the Data Center Boom Energizing Utility ETFs?
by Aparajita Dutta
AI's energy-hungry data centers are fueling a surge in utility ETFs, with funds like XLU, VPU, IDU, and FUTY outpacing sector growth.
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Best Value Stock to Buy for September 25th
by Zacks Equity Research
SFD, VEON and SRCE made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on September 25, 2025.
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consumer-staples finance utilities
CWT or YORW: Which Water Supply Stock Promises Greater Returns?
by Zacks Equity Research
Both California Water Service and York Water have the potential to expand even further and efficiently serve their customers.
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ITRI, Current Join Forces to Deliver Next-Gen Smart Lighting Solutions
by Zacks Equity Research
Itron teams up with Current Lighting Solutions to merge CityEdge controls with LED luminaires, boosting smart lighting, safety and efficiency in cities.
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artificial-intelligence energy tech-stocks utilities
Southern's Unit Teams With Seimitsu to Build Fiber Network
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's telecom unit and Seimitsu launch SouthernWaves to power next-gen fiber services across the Southeast.
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Bull of the Day: nVent Electric (NVT)
by David Bartosiak
Demand for electricity can only go in one direction right now. Time to get ahead of the curve.
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utilities
Renewable Energy & Battery Energy Stocks in Focus Amid Record Growth Trends
by Aparajita Dutta
Soaring clean power demand and storage growth put the spotlight on stocks like RUN, DTE and AEE, as renewable expansion accelerates.
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batteries oil-energy utilities
NEE vs. DUK: Which Utility Stock Has Better Growth Potential Now?
by Jewel Saha
NEE and DUK are among the largest utilities operating in the United States. These stocks are investing heavily to reduce emissions by adding clean assets to their generation portfolio.
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IDACORP Enhances Shareholder Value Through 2.3% Dividend Hike
by Zacks Equity Research
IDA lifts its dividend again, with the board approving a hike from 86 cents per share to 88 cents.
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CenterPoint Energy Eyes Growth via Renewables & Capital Deployment
by Zacks Equity Research
CNP invests billions in infrastructure upgrades and renewables, aiming for safer and more reliable energy delivery.
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Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in TIM Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to TIMB stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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