ATLASVirtus Reaves Utilities ETF (UTES): outlook, holdings and fees
Virtus Reaves Utilities ETF (UTES) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Virtus. The expense ratio is 0.46% and the yield is 1.75%. The ten largest holdings are 71% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on UTES
| Last price | $76.64 (0.0%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 53% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $74.12 – $79.87 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±1.3% |
| Distribution yield | 1.75% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
UTES fund facts
| Issuer | Virtus |
|---|---|
| Theme | Utilities |
| Assets under management | $1.2B |
| Expense ratio | 0.46% |
| Number of holdings | 18 |
| Portfolio turnover | 57% |
| Inception | Sep 23, 2015 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund invests not less than 80% of its net assets (plus the amount of any borrowings for investment purposes) in equity securities of companies in the Utility Sector (Utility Sector Companies). The manager considers a company to be a Utility Sector Company if at least 50% of the company's assets or customers are committed to, or at least 50% of the company's revenues, gross income or profits derive from, the provision of products, services or equipment for the generation or distribution of electricity, gas or water. The fund is non-diversified.
UTES top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Constellation Energy Corp CEG | Utilities | 12.64% |
| Talen Energy Corporation TLNE | Utilities | 11.87% |
| Vistra Corp. VST | Utilities | 10.99% |
| Xcel Energy Inc XEL | Utilities | 6.63% |
| CenterPoint Energy Inc CNP | Utilities | 6.25% |
| American Electric Power Co Inc AEP | Utilities | 4.50% |
| NiSource Inc NI | Utilities | 4.79% |
| Entergy Corporation ETR | Utilities | 4.67% |
| Alliant Energy Corp LNT | Utilities | 4.67% |
| IDACORP Inc IDA | Utilities | 4.39% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
UTES sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Utilities | 100.0% |
By region: North America 100.0%.
UTES returns and risk
| Year to date | -2.0% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | -7.7% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +23.6% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +15.6% |
| 10 years (annualised) | +12.2% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 19.7% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.87 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
UTES: frequently asked questions
What does UTES invest in?
Virtus Reaves Utilities ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Constellation Energy Corp (12.6%), Talen Energy Corporation (11.9%), Vistra Corp. (11.0%), Xcel Energy Inc (6.6%), CenterPoint Energy Inc (6.3%).
What is the UTES expense ratio?
0.46% a year: about $46.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the UTES dividend yield?
1.75%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will UTES go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 53%, with a likely range (50%) of $74.12 to $79.87 from $76.64 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has UTES performed?
Year to date -2.0%, one year -7.7%, three years +23.6% a year, five years +15.6% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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