Utility sector lagged the S&P by 9% YTD, but contrarian investing strategies see value in regulated utilities as rate hike cycles near peak. Past Fed pivots have boosted utility returns by double digits within six months. Editorial Disclaimer: All investors are advised to conduct their own independent research into investment strategies before making an investment decision. In addition, investors are advised that past investment product performance is no guarantee of future price appreciation. How we use your information depends on the product and service that you use and your relationship with us. We may use it to: Contrarian investing probability models indicate that when corporate buybacks drop by over 15% YoY, markets underperform within three months. Current data shows a 17% decline, amplifying defensive allocation strategies.
