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Essential UtilitiesNYSE: WTRG

Profile

Sector:

Utilities

Industry:

Water

Country:

United States

IPO:

17 March 1980

Next earnings report:

04 November 2024

Last dividends:

12 August 2024

Next dividends:

N/A
$10.64 B
-22%vs. 3y high
67%vs. sector
-42%vs. 3y high
41%vs. sector
-34%vs. 3y high
48%vs. sector
-26%vs. 3y high
92%vs. sector

Price

after hours | Fri, 27 Sep 2024 23:32:22 GMT
$38.89+$0.37(+0.96%)
$434.41 M$416.91 M
$434.41 M$75.39 M

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WTRG Latest News

Essential Utilities: Buy This Dividend Compounder On Sale Now
seekingalpha.com15 September 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

In the world of dividend growth stocks, water utilities often stand out as shining stars. Essential Utilities' path to 5% to 7% long-term annual adjusted diluted EPS growth remains intact. The water utility targets a conservative debt-to-capital ratio and enjoys a high interest coverage ratio.

Essential Utilities (WTRG) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Lag Estimates
zacks.com05 August 2024 Sentiment: NEUTRAL

Essential Utilities (WTRG) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.28 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.30 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.34 per share a year ago.

Essential Utilities' (WTRG) Unit Secures $77.5M Loan for Upgrade
zacks.com18 July 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

Essential Utilities (WTRG) unit, Aqua Pennsylvania, secures $77.5 million from PENNVEST. The unit plans to invest this fund in infrastructure development over the next three years.

Reasons to Add Essential Utilities (WTRG) to Your Portfolio Now
zacks.com08 July 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

Essential Utilities (WTRG) makes a strong case for investment, given its expected earnings and sales growth prospects, rising demand for water and continuous investments to improve infrastructure.

Essential Utilities Celebrates the Success of Its Month-Long 2024 Earth Day Celebration
businesswire.com29 May 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities shares the record-breaking success of its third-annual Essential Earth Day.

Essential Utilities (WTRG) Arm Files for Annual Rate Hike
zacks.com28 May 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

Essential Utilities' (WTRG) unit Aqua files for rate hike, which will allow it to recoup investment made to upgrade its water and wastewater infrastructure.

Aqua Pennsylvania Files Rate Request Based on Water and Wastewater Operations, Infrastructure Improvements and Repairs Across the Commonwealth
businesswire.com23 May 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aqua Pennsylvania Inc. (Aqua) filed an application with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today requesting an adjustment in water and wastewater rates for its customers. This rate request reflects recovery of the $953 million in infrastructure investments through the end of 2025 and highlights Aqua's commitment to improving reliability and service for its customers across the commonwealth. “We are at a critical point when it comes to our water and.

Aqua Pennsylvania Secures up to $6.7 Million PENNVEST Grant for PFAS Treatment Facility Serving 25,000 People in Bucks County
businesswire.com21 May 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aqua Pennsylvania receives PENNVEST grant up to $6.7 million for PFAS treatment in Bucks County.

Essential Utilities: A Quality Company With A Favorable Valuation
Seeking Alpha05 May 2024 Sentiment: POSITIVE

Essential Utilities has seen a long-term return of 2,600% since 1994, surpassing the S&P 500. This high-quality company is currently selling at a significant discount, making it a promising opportunity for value investors. The company's revenue is greatly influenced by natural gas prices.

Essential Utilities (WTRG) Q1 Earnings and Sales Lag Estimates
Zacks Investment Research03 May 2024 Sentiment: NEGATIVE

Essential Utilities (WTRG) announces first-quarter earnings below expectations. The company remains focused on improving its infrastructure to better serve customers.

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What type of business is Essential Utilities?

Essential Utilities, Inc. is a holding company of regulated utility companies that provide water supply and wastewater services to approximately three million people in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, New Jersey, Indiana, and Virginia. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. The business of the company is represented by two reporting segments: - Regulated Water - includes utility services for water supply and wastewater treatment. - Other - through its subsidiaries, it provides non-profit water services to firms in the natural gas drilling industry, as well as manages contracts for operation and maintenance of water supply systems and offers solutions for protecting water and sewer lines and services for household repairs.

What sector is Essential Utilities in?

Essential Utilities is in the Utilities sector

What industry is Essential Utilities in?

Essential Utilities is in the Water industry

What country is Essential Utilities from?

Essential Utilities is headquartered in United States

When did Essential Utilities go public?

Essential Utilities initial public offering (IPO) was on 17 March 1980

What is Essential Utilities website?

https://www.essential.co

Is Essential Utilities in the S&P 500?

No, Essential Utilities is not included in the S&P 500 index

Is Essential Utilities in the NASDAQ 100?

No, Essential Utilities is not included in the NASDAQ 100 index

Is Essential Utilities in the Dow Jones?

No, Essential Utilities is not included in the Dow Jones index

When was Essential Utilities the previous earnings report?

No data

When does Essential Utilities earnings report?

The next expected earnings date for Essential Utilities is 04 November 2024