Zacks Industry Outlook Entergy, FirstEnergy, CenterPoint and PPL

The Utility-Electric Power industry is positioned for growth driven by renewable energy expansion, increasing electricity consumption from AI data centers and electric vehicles, and rising electricity prices. However, higher interest rates pose financing challenges for capital-intensive utilities. Four utility stocks with Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) ratings are recommended: Entergy Corp., FirstEnergy Corp., CenterPoint Energy, and PPL Corp., all showing solid earnings growth projections and financial stability.