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Markets turned south again Wednesday as surging yields and geopolitical fears rattled investors, but Wall Street analysts spotted opportunity and danger in names like Baidu, Klarna, Honeywell Aerospace, and Dollar Tree that traders need to see before the open.

Experts told lawmakers that the proposed merger between Dominion Energy and Florida-based NextEra could mean higher rates in the long run for customers. A subcommittee of the Energy Commission got the rundown Tuesday from the state and energy experts of what the proposed merger between Dominion Energy and NextEra could entail for customer bills, as well as state and federal regulation. If the ...

AI's power surge is creating a major growth opportunity for utilities, and ETFs like IDU offer diversified exposure to the trend.

The Virginia State Corporation Commission said it may use an upcoming docket to weigh whether this policy “could or should” also apply to more upstream transmission costs.

NextEra Energy stock has delivered a 34.2% gain over the past three years, yet the valuation checks are sending mixed signals, with the Dividend Discount Model (DDM) suggesting the share price sits at a premium while earnings based multiples screen the stock as undervalued. This split, combined with fresh headlines around a proposed Dominion Energy merger and a large AI focused data center project, puts the current price under closer scrutiny. The 34.2% three year return points to a stock...

NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) faces added political scrutiny as Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger formally intervenes in the state review of its proposed US$67b acquisition of Dominion Energy. The governor’s filing with the state commission highlights concerns about consumer energy costs, job impacts and renewable energy commitments tied to the deal. Her involvement introduces additional complexity for the regulatory process that oversees whether and how the merger can proceed. This level of...

Dominion Energy stock has delivered a 54.8% gain over the past three years, yet current valuation checks and recent share price softness suggest it may now be trading close to what the market views as a fair range rather than as an obvious bargain. Over the past 3 years, Dominion Energy has returned 54.8%, which puts recent short term share price weakness into the context of a longer stretch of positive performance. Rising power needs from AI data centers can support long term demand for...

Dominion Energy keeps 2026 guidance intact as CVOW slips six months, while record demand and data center contracting stay in focus.

Energy stocks were declining premarket Friday, with the State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (

Dominion Energy (NYSE:D) is asking AI data center developers to provide bank letters of credit to secure large power commitments. The utility is using financial guarantees to screen speculative projects tied to rapid AI related power demand. The shift is intended to limit potential financial risk for Dominion Energy and its customer base as grid investment needs grow. Rising power needs from AI data centers are reshaping grid investment plans, so it can be useful to look at other companies...

Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced Thursday that she will formally become a party in the case before the State Corporation Commission that is weighing whether to allow a proposed merger between Dominion Energy and Florida-based NextEra. By intervening — requesting to become a formal party in the case — the governor’s office would be able to ask discovery questions, file expert testimony, put ...

Since taking office this year, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has been outspoken about rising utility bills, which have hit residents hard.