Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG)
| Market Cap | 11.83B +9.2% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 2.57B +9.9% |
| Net Income | 554.87M -14.1% |
| EPS | 1.96 -16.2% |
| Shares Out | 283.78M |
| PE Ratio | 21.32 |
| Forward PE | 18.52 |
| Dividend | $1.44 (3.46%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 11, 2026 |
| Volume | 3,189,535 |
| Open | 41.69 |
| Previous Close | 41.87 |
| Day's Range | 41.58 - 42.04 |
| 52-Week Range | 36.11 - 42.37 |
| Beta | 0.63 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 42.00 (+0.72%) |
| Earnings Date | Aug 4, 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 7 analysts, the average rating for WTRG stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $42.0, which is an increase of 0.72% from the latest price.
News
American Water and Essential Utilities announce expiration of waiting period
American Water Works Company (AWK) and Essential Utilities (WTRG) announced that the waiting period under the U.S. Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, in connection with ...
American Water and Essential Utilities Announce Expiration of Hart-Scott-Rodino Waiting Period for Proposed Merger
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Before You Dig a Hole, Make 811 Your Goal: Essential Utilities Recognizes 811 Day and the Importance of Safe Digging
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #811--With construction season at its summertime peak, Essential Utilities and its subsidiaries, Aqua Water and Peoples Natural Gas, urge customers and contractors to...
Essential Utilities Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026
Q2 2026 adjusted EPS was $0.38, with strong regulatory recoveries and customer growth offsetting higher expenses. The merger process is on track for Q1 2027, and the company reaffirmed 5%-7% EPS growth guidance, supported by robust capital investment and acquisition activity.
Essential Utilities Slides: Q2 2026
Essential Utilities has posted slides in relation to its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on August 5, 2026.
Essential Utilities Earnings release: Q2 2026
Essential Utilities released its Q2 2026 earnings on August 5, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Essential Utilities Quarterly report: Q2 2026
Essential Utilities has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on August 5, 2026.
Essential Utilities reports Q2 adjusted EPS 38c, consensus 38c
Reports Q2 revenue $530.9M, consensus $551.3M. The company said, “We are confident that the combination with American Water will bring exciting new opportunities, and we believe that, together, we wil...
Essential Utilities Reports Q2 2026 Results
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. Company Highlights “Our commitment to operational efficiency, ...
Essential Utilities Recognizes National Water Quality Month and Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting and Providing Earth's Most Precious Resource
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG), one of the nation's largest publicly traded providers of water, wastewater and natural gas services, proudly recognizes Water Qu...
Essential Utilities raises quarterly dividend 5.25% to 36.06c per share
The board of directors of Essential Utilities (WTRG) declared a quarterly cash dividend of 36.06c per share, an increase of 5.25%, payable September 1, 2026, to all shareholders of record…
Essential Utilities Announces Dividend Increase
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3606 per share, an increase of 5.25%, payable September...
Essential Utilities Expands Sure Splash Program, Promotes Safety Around Water with Nonprofit Partners
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) is making a splash when it comes to safety in and around water this summer. Today, the company announced it invested $118,500 in...
Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Q2 2026
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) expects to report earnings for quarter ended June 30, 2026, following market close on August 4, 2026. The company's conference call wi...
Aqua Pennsylvania Wins More Than $74 Million in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Removal
BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aqua Pennsylvania announced it was awarded $74.3 million in a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure...
Essential Utilities price target raised to $40 from $38 at Barclays
Barclays raised the firm’s price target on Essential Utilities (WTRG) to $40 from $38 and keeps an Underweight rating on the shares. The firm adjusted the company’s model as part…
Jefferies power/utilities analysts hold an analyst/industry conference call
Power, Utilities & Clean Energy Analysts discuss American Water Works (AWK) and Essential Utilities (WTRG) deal on an Analyst/Industry conference call on July 8 at 3:30 pm. Webcast Link Published…
Essential Utilities price target raised to $46 from $43 at UBS
UBS raised the firm’s price target on Essential Utilities (WTRG) to $46 from $43 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. American Water (AWK) is expected to receive a…
American Water and Essential Utilities Proposed Merger Progresses with Approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission
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Essential Utilities upgraded to Buy from Neutral at UBS
UBS analyst Gregg Orrill upgraded Essential Utilities (WTRG) to Buy from Neutral with a price target of $43, up from $41. The firm expects the American Water merger to close…
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 ...