Artesian ResourcesNASDAQ: ARTNA

Artesian Resources is a regulated monopoly water utility with steady growth, consistent dividends, and is currently undervalued, making it a long-term buy for dividend growth investors. The company has a robust capital investment program, partnerships, and M&A activities, contributing to revenue growth. Artesian Resources boasts a 32-year streak of dividend increases, with a current yield of 3.27%, supported by a 65% payout ratio and strong cash flow.

Artesian Resources (ARTNA) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.52 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.54 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.44 per share a year ago.

NEWARK, Del., Aug. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend on the company's Class A and Class B Common Stock. The quarterly dividend of $0.2955 per share is payable August 27, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 16, 2024, providing an annualized dividend of $1.182 per share.

Water stocks don't really need much in terms of fundamental justification. It's the one resource that is easily the most precious.

NEWARK, Del., June 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA) announced that its Annual Charitable Golf Outing raised nearly $135,000, bringing the thirteen-year total to $875,000. Over 175 golfers representing Artesian's valued vendors and business partners gathered on June 3rd at the DuPont Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware to support local charitable organizations. “We are immensely grateful for the generous support from our business partners to be able to once again have such an incredibly successful event. Their continued partnership with us each year enables Artesian to have a positive impact on local charities across the Delmarva Peninsula,” said Dian C. Taylor, Chair and CEO.

Artesian Resources: Why This Stock Is A Buy

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Artesian Resources (ARTNA) is providing quality services to its customers. Its rising earnings estimates, stable return on equity and regular dividend payments make it a top pick in the utility space.