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Essential Utilities (WTRG) Stock

Profile

Full Name:

Essential Utilities, Inc.

Sector:

Utilities

Industry:

Water

Country:

United States

IPO:

17 March 1980

Indexes:

Not included

Description:

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.

Key Details

Price

$35.07

TTM Dividend Yield

3.61%(+9.06% YoY)

Annual Revenue

$2.05 B(-10.24% YoY)

Annual EPS

$1.86(+5.08% YoY)

PE Ratio

17.54(-9.12% YoY)

Beta

0.24

Events Calendar

Earnings

Next earnings date:

Feb 26, 2025

Recent quarterly earnings:

Nov 04, 2024

Recent annual earnings:

Feb 22, 2024
Dividend

Next ex-dividend date:

Feb 10, 2025

Recent ex-dividend date:

Nov 12, 2024
Splits

Next split:

N/A

Recent split:

Sept 03, 2013

Analyst ratings

Recent major analysts updates

28 Jan '25 Jefferies
Buy
14 Jan '25 UBS
Buy
07 Jan '25 Wells Fargo
Equal-Weight
07 Nov '24 Jefferies
Hold
06 Nov '24 Baird
Outperform
05 Nov '24 Wells Fargo
Overweight
07 Oct '24 Jefferies
Buy
08 Aug '24 Evercore ISI Group
Outperform
07 Aug '24 Baird
Outperform
31 July '24 Wells Fargo
Overweight

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Aqua Pennsylvania Acquires Greenville Sanitary Authority Wastewater System in Mercer County
Aqua Pennsylvania Acquires Greenville Sanitary Authority Wastewater System in Mercer County
Aqua Pennsylvania Acquires Greenville Sanitary Authority Wastewater System in Mercer County
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businesswire.com01 February 2025

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) has announced that its Aqua Pennsylvania subsidiary has completed the $18 million acquisition of the Greenville Sanitary Authority's wastewater system in Mercer County, PA. This system provides services to Greenville Borough, Hempfield, and West Salem Townships. The sale was approved by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) on December 12, 2024, marking the first transaction approved since recent improvements were made by the PUC.

Essential Utilities Earns Newsweek's ‘America's Most Responsible Companies' Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year
Essential Utilities Earns Newsweek's ‘America's Most Responsible Companies' Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year
Essential Utilities Earns Newsweek's ‘America's Most Responsible Companies' Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year
WTRG
businesswire.com15 January 2025

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the fourth year in a row, Essential Utilities, a major provider of water, wastewater, and natural gas in the U.S., has been named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. This recognition highlights Essential's commitment to implementing important environmental and social practices in their business. "At Essential Utilities, we feel a strong responsibility towards our customers, communities, and the environment," the company stated.

3 Dividend Stocks That Are Too Cheap to Ignore and Worth Buying in 2025
3 Dividend Stocks That Are Too Cheap to Ignore and Worth Buying in 2025
3 Dividend Stocks That Are Too Cheap to Ignore and Worth Buying in 2025
WTRG
Motley Fool08 January 2025

Lee Samaha (3M): Although 3M has a dividend yield of 2.2%, it isn't as attractive as it once was. Still, investors are likely not too concerned since the stock increased by 42% in 2024 after several years of poor performance.

Down -8.73% in 4 Weeks, Here's Why Essential Utilities (WTRG) Looks Ripe for a Turnaround
Down -8.73% in 4 Weeks, Here's Why Essential Utilities (WTRG) Looks Ripe for a Turnaround
Down -8.73% in 4 Weeks, Here's Why Essential Utilities (WTRG) Looks Ripe for a Turnaround
WTRG
zacks.com07 January 2025

Essential Utilities (WTRG) is currently considered to be oversold, which means the intense selling might be coming to an end. Additionally, there is a strong consensus among Wall Street analysts to increase earnings forecasts, which could result in a change in the stock's direction.

Essential Utilities Nourishes Communities with Fourth Annual Fall for Food Banks Program
Essential Utilities Nourishes Communities with Fourth Annual Fall for Food Banks Program
Essential Utilities Nourishes Communities with Fourth Annual Fall for Food Banks Program
WTRG
businesswire.com07 January 2025

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) has successfully completed its fourth annual Fall for Food Banks campaign. This initiative involved employees from nine states working together to fight hunger and help their local communities. Through food drives, volunteer activities, and donations, employees from Essential, Aqua, and Peoples made a notable impact on reducing food insecurity.

Essential Utilities Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Reinforces Commitment to Water Quality
Essential Utilities Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Reinforces Commitment to Water Quality
Essential Utilities Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, Reinforces Commitment to Water Quality
WTRG
businesswire.com18 December 2024

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) is excited to mark the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act, an important law that helps keep public health safe. To celebrate this achievement, Essential, through its water utility Aqua, is enhancing its commitment to maintaining water quality. "For the last fifty years, the Safe Drinking Water Act has been essential for ensuring safe drinking water," stated Christopher Franklin, chairman and CEO of Essential Utilities.

Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Full Year 2024
Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Full Year 2024
Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Full Year 2024
WTRG
businesswire.com18 December 2024

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) plans to announce its financial results for the entire year of 2024 after the market closes on February 26, 2025. A conference call with financial analysts is scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. People can listen to the call and view the presentation live online by visiting Essential.co and clicking on the Investors link.

Essential Utilities Donates $385,000 to United Way to Match Employee Giving
Essential Utilities Donates $385,000 to United Way to Match Employee Giving
Essential Utilities Donates $385,000 to United Way to Match Employee Giving
WTRG
businesswire.com13 December 2024

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) has revealed that it raised over $770,000 during its United Way campaign for 2024-2025. This amount came from individual donations made by employees from its Aqua and Peoples Natural Gas divisions, along with a matching contribution from the Essential Foundation. The funds will be given to the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, which is organizing the campaign.

Essential Utilities: Undervalued In A Defensive Sector
Essential Utilities: Undervalued In A Defensive Sector
Essential Utilities: Undervalued In A Defensive Sector
WTRG
seekingalpha.com25 November 2024

Essential Utilities has a solid regulatory standing and a $7.8 billion investment plan that will help boost long-term earnings and provide steady returns for shareholders. In the latest quarter, the company saw a 5.8% increase in revenue compared to last year, mainly due to higher water sales and regulatory recoveries, with earnings per share slightly exceeding expectations. Additionally, the company is focused on increasing dividends, currently offering a forward yield of over 3.25%, and its stock valuation is still attractive compared to recent averages.

Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript
WTRG
seekingalpha.com05 November 2024

Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) will hold its Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call on November 5, 2024, at 11:00 AM ET. The call will feature company representatives including Brian Dingerdissen, Christopher Franklin, and Daniel Schuller, along with participants from various financial firms. The operator for the call is Ellie, who will assist throughout the session.

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What is the primary business of 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 is the ticker symbol for Essential Utilities?

The ticker symbol for Essential Utilities is NYSE:WTRG

Does Essential Utilities pay dividends?

Yes, Essential Utilities pays dividends. The last payment was $0.33, with an ex-dividend date on 12 November 2024

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 based in?

Essential Utilities is headquartered in United States

When did Essential Utilities go public?

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

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's last earnings report?

Essential Utilities's most recent earnings report was on 4 November 2024

When does Essential Utilities report earnings?

The next expected earnings date for Essential Utilities is 26 February 2025

Should I buy Essential Utilities stock now?

As of today, analysts generally recommend a 'Strong buy' rating. However, it's important to do your own research and consider your financial situation before making any investment decisions