A recent energy sector report predicts long-term growth for regulated utilities, supporting the "ED stock price" outlook. With stable operating margins and predictable revenue streams, the stock remains attractive for conservative portfolios. But that’s not the right question. Greenspan gave his speech in December 1996—almost four years before the market plunge. As he told Fortune years later, “If you had left the market when I gave my irrational exuberance speech, you would have missed another 80% of increase” in stock values. (Actually, it was closer to 100%.) As for Powell’s talk last Tuesday—despite the to-do, the S&P 500 has barely moved. Consolidated Edison Inc. (NYSE: ED ) is a major U.S. energy company providing electric, gas, and steam services to customers in New York and New Jersey through its regulated utilities. Yesterday’s session saw "ED stock price" range between $88.90 and $90.40, highlighting sideways consolidation. Market watchers note increased institutional activity, which often precedes decisive price movements in the utilities sector.