Big utilities keep adding green projects

Given government mandates to cut greenhouse gas emissions, these three utility companies continue to invest in renewable power. That should lift their appeal for big institutional investors, which increasingly focus on ESG (environmental, social, and governance) scores.
While most renewable energy projects rely on government subsidies,… Read More

Unlocking the Potential of Renewable Power Stocks

Unlocking the Potential of Renewable Power Stocks

Use our Successful Investor approach to pick renewable energy stocks and you’ll cut your risk
Renewable power stocks have emerged as a prominent investment avenue worldwide, fueled by increasingly stringent governmental policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability. This shift has not only… Read More

Use these key updates to build your returns

EMERA INC. $55 is a buy. The company (Toronto symbol EMA; Income-Growth Portfolio, Utilities sector; Shares outstanding: 271.7 million; Market cap: $14.9 billion; Dividend yield: 5.0%; Dividend Sustainability Rating: Highest; www.emera.com) owns 100% of Nova Scotia Power, that province’s main electricity supplier. It also owns Tampa Electric, as well… Read More

Look to these utilities for dependable income

Rising interest rates increase the appeal of bonds, which is generally bad news for utilities which must compete with bonds for the attention of income-seeking investors. At the same time, higher interest rates increase borrowing costs for utilities. That further erodes investors’ interest.
However, these three… Read More