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Sign InIn a move reflecting growing institutional confidence in the U.S. utility sector, the Swiss National Bank increased its stake in Public Service Enterprise Group (PEG) by 7.1% during the first quarter of 2026. The central bank now holds 1,464,900 shares in the company, with the investment valued at approximately $118.58 million. This adjustment comes as institutional investors rebalance their positions following the utility provider's recent earnings reports and dividend announcements.
The stake increase aligns with a consensus analyst rating of 'Moderate Buy' for PEG, driven by its stable cash flows as a major energy and infrastructure provider. Compared to sector peers, companies such as NextEra Energy and Duke Energy have also seen significant institutional interest during the last quarter per market data. The Swiss National Bank's expanded position serves as a bullish signal, as the utility sector is frequently utilized as a defensive play during periods of macroeconomic uncertainty.
Regarding market performance, PEG shares stood at $77.83 at the close of July 20, 2026, navigating a daily range between $77.47 and $79.19. Investors are currently monitoring support levels near recent lows, while sector sentiment remains influenced by recent U.S. inflation data, which showed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) cooling to 3.5% annually, potentially easing financing pressure for capital-intensive utility firms.