AI Fatigue Setting In: ETFs That May Offer Respite

As AI fatigue rattles markets with sell-offs hitting trucking, logistics and real estate services, rotating into defensive ETFs becomes attractive.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 13, 2026

ETFs to Play as Investors Chase Diversification Amid Tech Rout

From "software-mageddon" to rising AI capex pressuring Big Tech, diversification via defensive and global ETFs gains focus.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 6, 2026

Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU)?

Designed to provide broad exposure to the Utilities - Broad segment of the equity market, the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU) is a passively managed exchange traded fund launched on June 12, 2000.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 13, 2026

IDU: Utilities Dashboard For December

Water utilities are undervalued by 18% versus 11-year averages, while electricity/multi-utilities and gas utilities are slightly overvalued. iShares U.S. Utilities ETF offers similar long-term risk/return as XLU, despite higher fees and broader sector exposure. XLU is preferable for trading and tactical allocation due to higher liquidity, while RSPU offers more balanced company exposure.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 16, 2025

Top-Ranked Utility ETFs Poised to Benefit From Recent Fed Rate Cut

A third Fed rate cut this year is boosting utilities, making diversified Utility ETFs like XLU an attractive way to tap lower borrowing costs and steady dividends.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 16, 2025

Buy these 4 Utility ETFs to Ride the AI Boom Before 2025 Ends

Utility ETFs like XLU gain momentum as AI-driven data center power demand and falling rate expectations boost the sector's appeal.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 2, 2025

Utility ETFs in Spotlight as Fed Cuts Rate Amid AI Power Boom

Utility ETFs, like XLU and VPU, are set to shine as the Fed's latest rate cut and AI-driven power demand create a powerful tailwind for the sector.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 30, 2025

IDU: I Continue To Park Fresh Cash In The Utilities Sector

iShares U.S. Utilities ETF offers diversified exposure to U.S. utilities, including electricity, gas, water, and waste management companies. IDU has been a reliable, defensive investment, particularly during periods of concern over broader equity valuations. The ETF delivered strong results in early 2025, validating a previous 'buy' recommendation despite the S&P 500's robust performance.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 17, 2025

If the AI Bubble Bursts, Here Are Some Defensive ETFs to Consider

As AI-fueled gains spark bubble warnings, investors are eyeing defensive ETFs in consumer staples, utilities and healthcare for safety.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 9, 2025

How To Profit From AI Correction: 5 Defensive Plays And 4 Sectors Set To Surge

The artificial intelligence sector is showing critical warning signs that suggest a significant correction may be approaching. Recent market analysis reveals that AI stocks, particularly the “Magnificent Seven,” have been making lower highs since December 2024, diverging from broader market performance – a pattern that historically precedes major corrections.

Benzinga • Sep 25, 2025