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utilities: Archive
3 Renewable Energy Stocks Poised for Explosive Growth in 2026
by Tanvi Sarawagi
CSIQ, FCEL and NEE stand out as renewables surge toward leading global power generation by 2026.
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oil-energy utilities
LUMN Surges 26% in the Past Year: Can It Sustain the Momentum in 2026?
by Zacks Equity Research
LUMN's shares are up nearly 25.9% in a year as its AI-driven PCF deals, NaaS growth and balance sheet repair fuel a high-stakes turnaround.
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2 Gas Utility Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio as 2025 Wraps Up
by Jewel Saha
Rising gas demand and falling interest rates make ATO and SR attractive year-end picks for income-seeking investors
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4 Stocks That Declared Dividend Hikes Amid Ongoing Economic Uncertainty
by Ritujay Ghosh
CNP, VAC, PCG and ZTS raised dividends as tech volatility and economic uncertainty push income-focused investors toward steadier stocks.
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consumer-discretionary finance utilities
5 Stocks Worth Watching on Their Recent Dividend Hikes
by Santanu Roy
PNR, NVT, CNP, VAC and PCG stand out as dividend payers as market volatility persists, with each company recently announcing higher shareholder payouts.
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business-services computers consumer-discretionary utilities
3 Utilities Mutual Funds to Consider Amid XLU's Solid 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
XLU's 14.2% gain in 2025 reflects easing rates, rising power demand and grid upgrades, setting the stage for three utility mutual funds to watch.
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utilities
Xcel Energy Uses Oracle Platform for Personalized Customer Service
by Zacks Equity Research
XEL adopts AI-enabled Opower to deliver personalized energy tools, boosting customer control, efficiency and long-term growth potential.
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utilities
Can Lower Interest Rates Amplify VST Stock's Growth Strategy?
by Jewel Saha
VST's growth strategy gains traction as falling interest rates lower costs and boost demand for clean power.
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utilities
PPL Stock Trades at Premium Value: Should You Buy, Hold or Sell?
by Jewel Saha
PPL trades at a premium P/E amid rising data center demand, dividend growth plans and a $20 billion investment outlook.
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utilities
Implied Volatility Surging for Algonquin Power & Utilities Stock Options
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to AQN stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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utilities