Vanguard Utilities ETF (NY:VPU)

NextEra Energy, Duke Energy, and Black Hills Corporation are all offering historically attractive dividend yields today.

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March 29, 2024

These stocks look like smart long-term investments right now.

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February 25, 2024

The fourth-quarter 2023 earnings season will kick off this week, with the banking sector slated to report numbers.

Five Sector ETFs To Bet On Ahead Of Q4 Earnings

January 09, 2024

If you are looking to add some utility exposure to your portfolio in January, you'll want to take a look at these three dividend payers.

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3 Utility Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in January

January 04, 2024

Southern Company's stock has outperformed the utility sector, but there's a reason why some investors might still want to buy it.

Is Southern Company Stock a Buy?

December 29, 2023

AEP is shifting its focus on the clean energy front, but in a way that should make its performance far more predictable.

This Utility Is Making a Smart Move to Lock in Smoother Results. Is It a Buy?

December 23, 2023

Although Southern's dividend hasn't stopped growing, it has been crawling for a decade. That's likely to change soon.

The Southern Company Just Gave Us a Hint About When Its Dividend Will Grow Again

December 15, 2023

Although the market anticipates interest rate cuts next year, if you feel differently, these are the smart ETF choices to make.

3 ETFs to Buy if You’re Skeptical About Interest Rate Cuts

December 11, 2023

The Southern Company is seeing an increase in demand that will require the company to invest even more in growth.

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Is the $43 Billion Growth Plan Just the Beginning for This High-Yield Dividend Stock?

November 17, 2023

Demand for electricity at Duke Energy fell 1.2% in the third quarter, but there are positives underneath that worrying fact.

The Good News in Duke Energy's Bad News: Is It a Buy?

November 17, 2023

Black Hills Corporation isn't exciting, but its business is strong and the utility is a reliable dividend payer.

Looking for Safe Income? This Stock Raised Its Dividend in the Last 6 Recessions

November 14, 2023

It has been tough sledding in the utility sector, but some stocks have been harder hit than others.

You Don't Have to Pick a Winner in Utilities: Here's Why

October 27, 2023

Southern Company is on the cusp of a big change in its business, which should support a whole new dividend policy.

This High Yielder Is Telling Investors That 2025 Will See an Important Dividend Pivot

October 14, 2023

There has been a notable improvement in the earnings outlook in recent months, with positive revisions for several key sectors since the start of Q3 helping to offset continued pressure on estimates....

5 Favorite Sectors This Earnings Season - And Their ETFs

October 11, 2023

When you want exposure to an industry but don't want the headaches and unique risks of buying individual stocks, a sector-level ETF may be a great way to invest.

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You Don't Have to Pick a Winner in Utilities. Here's Why.

September 26, 2023

Southern Company has a decent streak of annual dividend hikes going, but the commitment to the dividend is much bigger than that.

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Why Southern Company's Dividend Is Even More Impressive Than You Think

September 15, 2023

Vogtle 3, a new nuclear power plant, was just brought online by Southern. More good news is likely from here.

The Southern Company: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

August 04, 2023

Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway just bought an LNG facility from Dominion Energy. Do you need to get some utility exposure for your portfolio?

You Don't Have to Pick a Winner in Utilities. Here's Why.

July 15, 2023

These stress-free ETFs won't fluctuate a great deal and can be relied upon to deliver profits in the medium-term and the long-term.

3 ETFs to Buy for Stress-Free Profits

May 24, 2023

During this troubled season, investors should improve their odds for investment success with these safe ETFs to buy.

7 Safe ETFs to Shield Your Portfolio From Market Turmoil

May 15, 2023

If You Invested $10,000 in NextEra Energy 1 Year Ago, This Is How Much You Would Have Today

March 20, 2023

The past year was tough for NextEra Energy shareholders.

NextEra Energy has extended its expectations for growth by another year, and the outlook remains very positive.

Is NextEra Energy Stock a Buy?

March 17, 2023

Reliable ETFs from Vanguard and BlackRock provide a starting point for income-oriented investors.

3 High-Yield ETFs for Passive Income

March 03, 2023

With so many variables likely ahead in the new year, investors may want to mitigate risk while enjoying upside with the hottest ETFs to buy.

7 of the Hottest ETFs to Buy for 2023

January 12, 2023

These high-quality dividend stocks like look great buys after slumping this year.

3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy Now That Are Down 23% to 27%

December 26, 2022

If you are looking for a utility stock, do you buy the hot renewable power option or the one building a nuclear power plant?

Better Buy: NextEra Energy or Southern Co.?

December 23, 2022

With a possible recession on the horizon, investors may be able to protect themselves through the best investment funds.

The 7 Best Investment Funds to Navigate a Possible Recession

December 13, 2022

The utilities sector has come up with mostly decent results this earnings season. 96.4% of S&P companies in the sector have reported. About 63% beat on bottom line and 92.6% surpassed the top line...

Utilities Earnings Mixed In Q3: ETFs In Focus

November 13, 2022

Although the broad stock market has staged a nice comeback from the worst first-half performance, volatility and uncertainty persist, and the utilities sector is making the most of it.

Utility ETFs Scaling New Highs

August 20, 2022