Investor Sentiment Shifts: Implications for U.S. Utility Stocks
U.S. utility companies face challenges ahead, as demand for electricity from data center customers may not be enough to fuel significant growth. Analysts at Scotiabank suggest that the prevailing investor sentiment could hinder utility stock performance on Wall Street in 2025. Amid rising uncertainty over tariffs, investors are leaning towards more favorable expectations around deregulation and tax cuts. Observing these shifts will be crucial for stakeholders in the utility sector.