The Gabelli Utility Trust, a diversified closed-end investment company, reported solid performance in the first half of 2026. The S&P 500 Utilities Index rose 7.7%, underperforming the broader S&P 500 and NASDAQ indices, which gained 10.2% and 12.8% respectively. Despite recent market volatility, the outlook for utility stocks remains positive, supported by top contributors like Anterix Inc., ONEOK Inc., NextEra Energy Inc., and Evergy Inc. This suggests continued potential for long-term capital growth and income in the utility sector.
NextEra Energy, one of the key contributors mentioned in the Gabelli Utility Trust commentary, trades at USD 79.69 on Pluang with a slight 1-day gain of 0.08%. The stock shows a dividend yield of 3.13% and a market cap of $166.11 billion. These figures are current as of Sep 22, 2026 23:23 WIB.
NextEra Energy reported robust Q2 2026 earnings with adjusted EPS up 9.5% year-over-year to $1.15, and first-half EPS growing 9.8%, supporting a 10% annual growth forecast. Management raised expectations for Florida Power & Light's large-load demand,...
NextEra Energy, the world's largest electric utility, has been upgraded to a buy due to its strong growth prospects, leadership in renewable energy, and a potential merger with Dominion Energy. The company trades at a price-to-earnings ratio below 18...
