Reported about 1 month ago
Utilities have shown remarkable performance this year, driven by increased demand for electricity fueled by AI, with the S&P 500 Utilities ETF up 29% compared to the broader index's 23%. Significant gains are attributed to power producers benefiting from the electrification boom, including major players like Vistra Corp, whose stocks have surged 243% year-to-date. Analysts predict continued outperformance for utilities as the demand for electricity is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, leading many investors to consider these defensive stocks as promising investments.
Source: YAHOO