Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG)
| Market Cap | 10.76B +3.9% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 2.55B +13.1% |
| Net Income | 556.97M -9.2% |
| EPS | 1.97 -11.7% |
| Shares Out | 283.63M |
| PE Ratio | 19.23 |
| Forward PE | 17.19 |
| Dividend | $1.37 (3.55%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 12, 2026 |
| Volume | 2,052,844 |
| Open | 38.39 |
| Previous Close | 38.59 |
| Day's Range | 37.72 - 38.95 |
| 52-Week Range | 36.11 - 42.37 |
| Beta | 0.64 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 41.60 (+9.68%) |
| Earnings Date | Aug 3, 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 $41.6, which is an increase of 9.68% from the latest price.
News
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
CAMDEN, N.J. and BRYN MAWR, Pa.
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 ...
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 Slides: Q1 2026
Essential Utilities has posted slides in relation to its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on May 7, 2026.
Essential Utilities Earnings release: Q1 2026
Essential Utilities released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
Essential Utilities Quarterly report: Q1 2026
Essential Utilities has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 7, 2026.
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 Proxy statement: Proxy Filing
Essential Utilities filed a proxy statement on March 17, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
Essential Utilities Proxy statement: Proxy Filing
Essential Utilities filed a proxy statement on March 17, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.
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...