Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Utility Stocks Hitting New Highs

The SPDR Utilities ETF ($XLU) is on pace to close at the best level in 3 years if it holds its early gains. The ETF is up 10% year-to-date and has been as steady as any of the sector ETFs.

The bonus is the 4% dividend the ETF is currently paying.

Some other utility stocks having a good year include

  • Southern Company ($SO)
  • American Electric Power ($AEP)
  • Consolidated Edison ($ED)
  • Nisource ($NI)
  • Nicor ($GAS)

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