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Utility Sector Stocks 2026: Top Picks Amid Power Demand Surge

Utility sector stocks delivered exceptional performance in 2025, with the S&P 500 Utilities Index gaining 25–30% versus the broader market's 20% advance. Surging electricity demand from AI data centers, industrial re-shoring, and electric vehicle adoption created structural capacity constraints, driving generator and transmission company valuations higher. Dividend yields averaging 4–6% combined with 15–25% price appreciation