Utilities ETF (VPU) Hits New 52-Week High

Group 1 - Vanguard Utilities ETF (VPU) has reached a 52-week high and has increased by 19.7% from its 52-week low price of $151.69 per share [1] - The underlying index for VPU is the MSCI US Investable Market Utilities 25/50 Index, which includes stocks from large, mid-size, and small U.S. companies in the utilities sector, with an annual fee of 9 basis points [2] - The utility sector is currently appealing to investors seeking safety in defensive investments due to uncertain trade policies, as it is a low-beta sector that offers protection from significant market fluctuations [3] Group 2 - VPU is expected to maintain strong performance in the near term, indicated by a positive weighted alpha of 17.41, suggesting potential for further gains [4]