Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG)
| Market Cap | 10.50B -6.2% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 2.55B +13.1% |
| Net Income | 556.97M -9.2% |
| EPS | 1.97 -11.7% |
| Shares Out | 283.63M |
| PE Ratio | 18.76 |
| Forward PE | 16.44 |
| Dividend | $1.37 (3.70%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 12, 2026 |
| Volume | 1,309,646 |
| Open | 37.87 |
| Previous Close | 37.51 |
| Day's Range | 36.99 - 37.87 |
| 52-Week Range | 36.32 - 42.37 |
| Beta | 0.66 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 43.50 (+17.54%) |
| Earnings Date | May 7, 2026 |
About WTRG
Essential Utilities, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, and natural gas services in the United States. The company operates through Regulated Water; and Regulated Natural Gas segments. It also provides utility service line protection solutions and repair services to households; gas marketing and production activities; and natural gas distribution services. The company serves approximately 5.5 million residential water, commercial water, fire protection, industrial water, wastewater, and ... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, Essential Utilities's revenue was $2.47 billion, an increase of 18.62% compared to the previous year's $2.09 billion. Earnings were $616.37 million, an increase of 3.54%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 5 analysts, the average rating for WTRG stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $43.5, which is an increase of 17.54% from the latest price.
News
American Water and Essential Utilities merger approved by Ohio’s PUCO
American Water (AWK) and Essential Utilities (WTRG) announced that the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, or PUCO, issued an order approving the companies’ proposed merger, marking the second favora...
American Water and Essential Utilities Proposed Merger Progresses with Approval from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
CAMDEN, N.J. and BRYN MAWR, Pa.
Essential Utilities Thinks Globally and Acts Locally by Improving Communities During Month-Long 2026 Earth Day Celebration
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) successfully concluded its fifth annual Essential Earth Day campaign, a 30-day effort dedicated to environmental stewardship and ...
Essential Utilities invested $791M in water, wastewater infrastructure in 2025
Essential Utilities (WTRG) joins communities across North America in celebrating Drinking Water Week, the annual observance led by the American Water Works Association that recognizes the critical rol...
Essential Utilities Marks Drinking Water Week 2026 With Record Infrastructure Investment, Industry-Leading Compliance
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) joins communities across North America in celebrating Drinking Water Week (May 3–9, 2026), the annual observance led by the Amer...
Essential Utilities Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Q1 2026 saw solid operational performance despite weather challenges, with adjusted EPS at $0.83 and $269 million invested in infrastructure. The merger with American Water remains on track, and the company reaffirmed its 5%-7% annual EPS growth target.
Essential Utilities price target lowered to $41 from $45 at UBS
UBS lowered the firm’s price target on Essential Utilities (WTRG) to $41 from $45 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.
Essential Utilities Reports Q1 2026 Results
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Company Highlights “Through continued strong operating perform...
Essential Utilities Transcript: AGM 2026
The meeting established a quorum and presented three proposals: director elections, executive compensation approval, and auditor ratification. All proposals passed with the required votes, and final results will be filed with the SEC.
American Water and Essential Utilities Receive Kentucky Public Service Commission Approval for Proposed Merger
CAMDEN, N.J. & BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) (“American Water”) and Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) (“Essential Utilities”) today announced tha...
American Water and Essential Utilities’ merger approved by Kentucky commission
American Water (AWK) and Essential Utilities (WTRG) announced that the Kentucky Public Service Commission has approved the companies’ proposed merger, marking the first regulatory approval obtained in...
Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Q1 2026
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) expects to report earnings for quarter ended March 31, 2026, prior to market opening on May 7, 2026. The company's conference call wit...
Essential Utilities Honored Among America's Most Charitable Companies 2026 by Newsweek; Announces Nearly $7.2 Million Community Giving in 2025
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announced today its inclusion on Newsweek's list of America's Most Charitable Companies. The recognition demonstrates how the com...
Aqua Pennsylvania Acquires Greenville Municipal Water Authority in Mercer County
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announced today its Aqua Pennsylvania subsidiary has finalized its $18 million purchase of the Greenville Municipal Water Author...
Essential Utilities Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025
Shareholders overwhelmingly approved the merger with American Water, and 2025 saw strong financial results with EPS of $2.20, record infrastructure investment, and continued dividend growth. Guidance for 5%-7% EPS growth through 2027 was reaffirmed.
Essential Utilities reports Q4 EPS 47c, consensus 40c
Reporst Q4 revenue $699.11M vs $604.38M last year. “2025 was truly a banner year for the company,” said Essential Utilities (WTRG) Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. “I am…
Essential Utilities Reports Financial Results for Full Year 2025
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31st, 2025. Essential's net income was $616.4 million ...
Essential Declares June 2026 Dividend
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3426 per share, payable June 1, 2026, to all shareholder...
American Water and Essential Utilities Shareholders Approve Merger-Related Proposals at Special Shareholder Meetings
CAMDEN, N.J. and BRYN MAWR, Pa.
Essential Utilities, American Water shareholders approve merger
At respective shareholder meetings of American Water Works (AWK) and Essential Utilities (WTRG) today, and based on preliminary voting results, each company’s shareholders have approved proposals rela...
Essential Utilities Transcript: EGM 2026
Shareholders approved the merger agreement and related executive compensation, with strong majorities for both proposals. The adjournment proposal was not needed as the merger passed. Final results will be filed with the SEC.
Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Full Year 2025
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) expects to report earnings for the full year 2025 following market close on February 25, 2026. The company's conference call with fina...
Essential Declares March 2026 Dividend
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3426 per share, payable March 2, 2026, to all shareholde...
Aqua Pennsylvania Awarded Nearly $17 Million in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Treatment Projects in Bucks, Chester & Montgomery Counties
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aqua Pennsylvania announced it was awarded a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Autho...