Dow Jones Utility Average
DJUA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,101.71
Year-over-Year Change
2.39%
Date Range
10/7/2021 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The Dow Jones Utility Average (DJUA) tracks the performance of major utility companies in the United States, serving as a key indicator of the utility sector's economic health. It provides insights into infrastructure, energy markets, and broader economic trends through the lens of electric, gas, and water utility companies.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index represents a market-capitalization-weighted compilation of utility stocks, reflecting the financial performance and investment potential of critical infrastructure companies. Economists and investors use the DJUA as a barometer for economic stability, energy sector trends, and potential infrastructure investments.
Methodology
The average is calculated by tracking the stock prices of major utility companies, weighted by their market capitalization and adjusted for factors like dividends and stock splits.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use the DJUA to assess infrastructure investment potential, energy sector resilience, and broader economic trends related to essential services.
Key Facts
- Includes major electric, gas, and water utility companies
- Provides insights into infrastructure and energy sector performance
- Considered a defensive sector indicator during economic uncertainties
FAQs
Q: What companies are typically included in the DJUA?
A: The index includes major utility companies like electric power providers, natural gas distributors, and water utility services across the United States.
Q: How does the DJUA differ from other market indices?
A: Unlike broader indices, the DJUA focuses specifically on utility sector performance, which tends to be more stable and less volatile compared to technology or industrial sectors.
Q: How often is the DJUA updated?
A: The index is typically updated in real-time during market trading hours, with periodic rebalancing to reflect changes in company market capitalizations.
Q: Why do investors watch the DJUA?
A: Investors use the DJUA as a gauge for infrastructure investment potential and as a potential hedge during economic uncertainties due to the sector's relatively stable nature.
Q: What are the limitations of the DJUA?
A: The index represents a narrow sector and may not fully capture broader economic trends, so it should be used in conjunction with other economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Dow Jones Utility Average [DJUA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025