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Utility stocks are the companies that provide everyday utilities that consumers need to survive. This primarily refers to amenities such as gas, heat, and electricity, as well as food and water. It is a broad industrial category, but some of the most popular stocks include UGI Corporation and Consolidated Edison, both of which operate across multiple subsectors.
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If you're looking for retirement income, don't overlook utility stocks. Here are three of the best ways to add them to your portfolio.
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With its recent buy of Pepco, Exelon is balancing out its cashflows. That's a good thing for investors in EXC stock.
Increase Your Cash Position in This Fatigued Market
Stocks have become more volatile and a short-term correction is possible.
Technicals Saying, ‘Keep Out!’
The Nasdaq's breakdown, S&P 500's key reversal day and Dow's non-confirmation are clears signs.
Buyer Beware – Utility Stocks Are a Bad Play Right Now
I've made lots of shrewd buys in the utility stocks space, but I'm not holding a single one right now. Wait for valuations to fall back to earth before dipping a toe in.
Sell These Instruments of Destruction Now
For those tenacious holders of bonds and bond funds, now is the time to exit.
2 Charts That Warn the Bull Market May End in 3-9 Months
These ratio charts could be the first signs that the cyclical bull is coming to an end.
Traders Opting for Safe Havens and Cheap Insurance
A better safe than sorry attitude has resulted in a flight to bonds and defensive sectors, as well as higher option premiums.
The Utilities Sector is Heating Up — Here’s How to Profit
Given the bone chilling and snow filled winter of 2014, you might expect utility stocks to heat up, but that's not the case. Here's how these stocks stack up
3 Water Utility Stocks for Investors to Drink Up
Think water utility stocks are boring? Well, think again, because these rock-solid dividend payers can help to keep your retirement afloat.
Utility Stocks: There’s No Need to Chase This Rally
Utility stocks have outperformed so far this year, but the move isn't based in fundamentals. Don't rush into XLU and the utilities sector just yet.
Flight to Safety Says Something About This Rally
Despite gains in the broader market, the Dow Jones Utility Average closed at its high of the day.
Why Utilities Have Underperformed the S&P Since 2008
Utility stocks have underperformed the S&P 500, and though the sector has some impressive dividend yields, investors should be cautious if they invest
The Market Is Down! No, It’s Up! What to Do Now?
Markets are bouncing all around, and investors need some guidance on how to play. Here's some advice: wait for decisive evidence of a trend before acting..
Investors’ End-of-Year Focus Should be on Blue Chips
With only three sessions to go in the year, that is where the smart money appears to be headed.
Why Dividend Stocks Could Bounce Off the Mat in 2014
Higher-yielding dividend stocks lagged in 2013, but income plays could revive in the year ahead now that the Fed has finally started tapering.
What Valuations Are Trying to Tell Investors Right Now
Based on current valuations, the defensive consumer staples, utilities and healthcare sectors remain expensive. Where can you find better opportunities?
Take Profits on Your ‘Expensive’ Stocks Now
As P/E ratios increase, so does the probability of a correction or something worse.
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The broader market remains near record territory, but the XLF, XLU and XLP are making lower highs. Here's what that means for the rally's sustainability.
