iShares U.S. Utilities ETF
Best for income investors prioritizing high utility sector yields over expense ratios.
IDU tracks the Dow Jones U.S. Utilities Index, providing focused exposure to U.S. utilities companies. Higher expense ratio than XLU but delivers higher yield. Portfolio emphasizes stable, regulated utilities with consistent dividends. Best for income-focused investors seeking defensive stability.
| Company | Weight |
|---|---|
| NextEra Energy | 13.5% |
| Duke Energy | 7.2% |
| Southern Co | 6.8% |
| Dominion Energy | 5.9% |
| American Electric Power | 5.3% |
| Exelon Corp | 4.8% |
| Sempra Energy | 4.2% |
| Public Service Enterprise | 3.9% |
| Xcel Energy | 3.7% |
| Edison International | 3.5% |
| Year | Annual Dividend | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.92 | +3.8% |
| 2024 | $1.85 | +3.9% |
| 2023 | $1.78 | +3.5% |
| 2022 | $1.72 | +4.2% |
| 2021 | $1.65 | -- |