Brookfield Renewable Corp vs. WEC Energy Group: Which Utilities Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two utility stocks with different investment profiles: Brookfield Renewable, a global pure-play renewable energy operator with 47.3 GW capacity but higher volatility and debt, versus WEC Energy Group, a stable Midwest regulated utility with predictable returns and strong dividend payouts. WEC has outperformed over the past decade with ~10% annualized returns, while Brookfield offers exposure to the energy transition with massive development pipelines but faces interest rate and regulatory risks.

06/10/2026, 3:16 PM • The Motley Fool

WEC Energy Group declares quarterly dividend

WEC Energy Group declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.9525 per share, payable June 1, 2026. This marks the 335th consecutive quarter of dividend payments dating back to 1942, demonstrating the company's long-standing commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

04/16/2026, 3:28 PM • Benzinga

3 Utility Stocks With Strong Dividends and Room to Run Higher

As geopolitical tensions drive investors toward safe-haven sectors, three utility stocks offer attractive combinations of steady dividend income and capital appreciation potential. NextEra Energy, Xcel Energy, and WEC Energy Group are highlighted for their strong dividend histories, consistent earnings growth, and low volatility characteristics that provide stability during market turbulence.

04/06/2026, 1:09 PM • Investing

Wisconsin Electric declares quarterly dividends

Wisconsin Electric, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, declared quarterly cash dividends on its Preferred Stock series. The board approved a 90-cent dividend per share on the 3.60% Series Preferred Stock payable March 1, 2026, and a $1.50 per share dividend on the Six Per Cent Preferred Stock payable April 30, 2026.

01/22/2026, 3:30 PM • Benzinga

WEC Energy Group raises quarterly dividend by 6.7 percent

WEC Energy Group announced a 6.7% increase in its quarterly dividend to 95.25 cents per share, raising the annual dividend rate to $3.81 per share. The dividend will be paid on March 1, 2026, marking the 334th consecutive quarter of dividend payments and the 23rd consecutive year of dividend increases. The company maintains a target dividend payout ratio of 65-70% of earnings.

01/22/2026, 3:05 PM • Benzinga

EnergySolutions Submits Notices of Intent to NRC Kewaunee Power Station New Nuclear Initiative

EnergySolutions and WEC Energy Group submitted a Notice of Intent to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a major licensing action to develop new nuclear generation at the Kewaunee Power Station site in Wisconsin. The companies are conducting in-depth studies to demonstrate site suitability as part of a multi-phase project exploring new nuclear construction.

01/20/2026, 7:51 PM • GlobeNewswire

Is Oklo Stock a Buy Now?

Oklo's stock has fallen 55% from its October peak of $175 to under $80, despite no significant changes to the company's business fundamentals. The nuclear startup remains highly speculative as it's pre-commercial with no revenue, building only a prototype reactor. While the company has a promising customer pipeline of 14 GW and could be undervalued if successful, significant execution risks exist around whether the small modular reactor design will work at scale and be economically viable.

12/22/2025, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

WEC Energy Group announces plan to increase dividend by 6.7 percent

WEC Energy Group plans to raise its quarterly dividend by 6.7% to 95.25 cents per share in Q1 2026, consistent with its strategy of growing dividends at a 6.5-7% annual rate. The company also provided 2026 earnings guidance of $5.51 to $5.61 per share.

12/04/2025, 5:00 PM • Benzinga

Wisconsin Electric declares quarterly dividends

Wisconsin Electric Power Co., a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, announced quarterly cash dividends for its Preferred Stock series, payable in December 2025 and January 2026.

10/16/2025, 12:30 PM • Benzinga

WEC Energy Group declares quarterly dividend

WEC Energy Group announced a quarterly cash dividend of 89.25 cents per share, payable on December 1, 2025, marking its 333rd consecutive quarterly dividend payment since 1942.

10/16/2025, 12:12 PM • Benzinga

Should You Buy Oklo Stock Even Though It's More Than $100?

Nuclear energy startup Oklo is developing small modular reactors (SMRs) and has seen significant stock growth, with a groundbreaking ceremony for its first Aurora power plant near Idaho Falls. The company's technology could potentially revolutionize nuclear power generation, though it remains a high-risk investment.

10/01/2025, 6:10 AM • The Motley Fool

3 High-Yield Dividends That May Face Valuation Adjustments Ahead

The article discusses three closed-end funds (CEFs) with potentially overinflated premiums that investors should be cautious about, highlighting risks of valuation corrections in utility and bond-focused funds.

08/28/2025, 5:14 AM • Investing