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24/7 Wall St.6/25/2026Somewhat-Bullish (0.260)

Forget XLU. The Grid Fund Actually Powering the AI Boom Is Up 23% in 2026

The article highlights that the First Trust NASDAQ Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure Index Fund (GRID) has significantly outperformed the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) in 2026, returning 23.41% compared to XLU's 7.03%. This is because GRID invests in equipment makers and contractors crucial for grid modernization and AI data centers, which are seeing direct capital expenditure, unlike regulated utilities that face slower approval processes. While GRID has a higher expense ratio and lower dividend yield, it offers a more direct play on the immediate AI power demand boom.

24/7 Wall St.5/30/2026Somewhat-Bullish (0.168)

XLU Investors: Watch PJM’s March 2027 Data Center Framework Decision

The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) is at a crossroads, with its performance influenced by both hyperscaler power demand, which is transforming the utility sector into a growth story, and the 10-year Treasury yield, which impacts dividend appeal and capital costs. XLU's top holdings are being re-priced due to AI power deals with hyperscalers, but future gains depend significantly on PJM's March 2027 decision regarding the Reliability Backstop Procurement framework. Investors should monitor both the 10-year Treasury yield and PJM's framework finalization for insights into XLU's future trajectory.

24/7 Wall St.5/5/2026Somewhat-Bullish (0.199)

This Boring Utility ETF Just Became a Stealth AI Play, and It’s Up 20%

The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU), traditionally a stable dividend-payer, has transformed into an unexpected beneficiary of the AI boom due to the massive power demands of data centers. While the ETF has seen a 20% increase over the past year and offers defensive characteristics and steady dividends, investors should be aware of the tradeoffs, including interest rate sensitivity and the fact that much of this growth story might already be priced in. XLU provides exposure to regulated power companies, with top holdings like NextEra Energy, Southern Company, and Constellation Energy.

Dailyhunt4/22/2026Somewhat-Bullish (0.237)

PG&E Approves Tesla Cybertruck For First-Of-Its-Kind Grid Program

PG&E has approved the Tesla Cybertruck and its charging equipment for a new residential Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) program in California, allowing customers to power homes and sell electricity back to the grid. This initiative, utilizing Tesla's Powershare technology, is the state's first AC-based vehicle-to-grid system and aims to promote EV adoption as flexible energy assets. The article also provides a technical analysis of PG&E's stock, its company context, upcoming earnings, and analyst outlook.

24/7 Wall St.4/5/2026Somewhat-Bullish (0.299)

Is This ETF the Safest Way to Benefit From AI?

The article suggests that the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLU) is a reliable way to invest in the AI boom, despite not directly owning AI companies. XLU benefits from the massive power demands of AI data centers as it invests in regulated utility companies that provide essential grid infrastructure. While it offers less upside than direct AI investments and carries interest rate sensitivity, its defensive nature and critical role in the AI infrastructure make it a compelling option.

State Street Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF

Recent News of XLU

Forget XLU. The Grid Fund Actually Powering the AI Boom Is Up 23% in 2026

XLU Investors: Watch PJM’s March 2027 Data Center Framework Decision

This Boring Utility ETF Just Became a Stealth AI Play, and It’s Up 20%

PG&E Approves Tesla Cybertruck For First-Of-Its-Kind Grid Program

Is This ETF the Safest Way to Benefit From AI?

Forget XLU. The Grid Fund Actually Powering the AI Boom Is Up 23% in 2026

XLU Investors: Watch PJM’s March 2027 Data Center Framework Decision

This Boring Utility ETF Just Became a Stealth AI Play, and It’s Up 20%

PG&E Approves Tesla Cybertruck For First-Of-Its-Kind Grid Program

Is This ETF the Safest Way to Benefit From AI?

David Bird: XLU ETF climbs 8.9 percent in 2026

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Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund To Go Ex-Dividend On September 22nd, 2025 With 0.56783 USD Dividend Per Share

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AI Needs a Lot of Power. Here Are 3 Top Ways to Cash In on the AI Power Boom.

AI Needs a Lot of Power. Here Are 3 Top Ways to Cash In on the AI Power Boom.

AI Needs a Lot of Power. Here Are 3 Top Ways to Cash In on the AI Power Boom.

AI Needs a Lot of Power. Here Are 3 Top Ways to Cash In on the AI Power Boom.

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