Utility stocks were little changed as Treasury yields climbed amid a lack of fresh economic data.

Utility stocks are mostly lower as U.S. leading economic indicators edged lower in June on weakening consumer spending. Treasury yields end the session higher.

Utility stocks were little changed as Treasury yields climbed amid a lack of fresh economic data.

Utility stocks traded higher as investors sought comfort in reliable dividend income and industries that supply essential basics like water, power and heat regardless of economic…