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Utility Stocks
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.
7 Recession-Resistant Stocks to Hold Onto for Dear Life in 2024
These seven recession-resistant stocks offer stability and potential growth even in challenging economic conditions.
Hot Stocks: 7 Hidden Gems Will THRIVE in a Low Interest Rate Environment
Under-the-radar winners across sectors and industries are set to thrive as anticipated lower interest rate is anticipated.
The 3 Best Utilities Stocks to Buy in August 2024
As years of anemic performance, the best utilities stocks are breaking out due to improved market conditions and data center growth.
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Seasonal Patterns Say to Buy Gold, Sell Semiconductors
Seasonal patterns aren't always reliable, but these charts show that it's nearing time to buy gold and take profits in semiconductors.
Utilities’ Sell-off Makes Them an Excellent Value
They took a beating but managed to close above the intermediate bullish trendline.
Expect a Very Uncomfortable Summer if This Happens
A further penetration of the support lines could break the intermediate trendlines.
Dividend Stocks: The Best Dips to Buy Now
High-yielding investments have lost their froth since late May, when "QE Infinity" began to appear infinite no more. Now, some are attractive buys ... but not all.
High Volatility May Create Buying Opportunity This Week
Investors may want to go after high-yielding utility stocks that have taken a beating.
Did the Fed Actually Achieve Its Goal?
The market may finally be able to make it on its own, and a strong economy could launch stocks into the next leg of the bull market.
Looking for Retirement Income? Stay Away From Utes Right Now
The popular defensive sector -- high dividends and all -- still isn't appealing enough to justify its high price right now.
Tiffany & Co. Sparkles: 6 Stocks in 60 Seconds
This week's video: Tiffany posts solid earnings thanks in part to its Gatsby collection. Also, find out why FirstEnergy sold off.
Will You Miss the Biggest Stock Market Advance of Your Lifetime?
A major new bull market is under way, and like all others, it is being met with disbelief.
Don’t Expect Utilities to Stay Defensive During a Downturn
The utilities sector is richly valued and populated by nervous investors looking for 'bond proxies,' which may prevent it from outperforming during the next downturn.
Have We Seen the Highs for the Summer?
My guess is that the market will turn lower but hold at the support line of the bull channel.
Utilities: Big Gains, But Rising Risks
The utilities sector has surged to a 15%-plus gain this year, but the group could suffer if the rally in defensive stocks peters out.
Utilities Burn Bright as Market Outlook Dims
An improving U.S. economy and the coldest March in recent memory have the utility sector putting up electrifying returns so far this year. Their defensive nature will help maintain that run in months ahead.
3 Water Utilities That Could Make a Big Splash
In the coming year, rocketing demand for water could mean shortages and rising prices. Cash in on the trend with one of these water utility stocks.
Bond Fund Could be Signaling End to Fed’s Easy Money Policy
Its move up could be foretelling a rise in interest rates before the end of this year.
3 Hot Nuclear Power Stocks, Plus 3 That Are Too Hot to Handle
Nuclear power has staged a comeback since the Fukushima nuclear disaster nearly two years ago, but some stocks are a better bet than others.
Exelon’s Dividend Cut Switches the Power Off
Slashing its payout by 41% is a stark sign of the utility giant's 'spending problem.' I'd add EXC to any list of utilities to avoid.
It’s an ETF Picker’s Market
In some sectors, it just doesn’t pay to go stock shopping when you can buy the ETF instead. But that's some -- not all. Here are a few examples.
10 Stocks for a Made-in-America Portfolio
The U.S. is starting to look like the least-ugly option in a globe full of uncertainty. If you agree, here are a few concentrated ways to play America.
