Shares of power producers rose sharply as investors took cover from wrenching volatility in other areas of the market by buying into a relatively stable sector.

Renewable-energy issues, including the Invesco Solar exchange-traded fund and NewEra Energy, rose sharply a session after President Biden reiterated his commitment to climate-change initiatives.


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