WTRG Q1 EPS misses estimates, but revenues jump to $862M and beat forecasts as merger approvals with American Water Works advance.
Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Essential Utilities (WTRG) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.83 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.01 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.03 per share a year ago.
Essential Utilities (WTRG) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Essential Utilities gains from $1.4B investments, rate hikes and acquisitions, which position the utility for steady growth through 2027.
Essential Utilities (WTRG) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Aristotle Capital Boston LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm purchased 20,655 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $824,000. Other large investors have also recently modified
Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Essential Utilities (WTRG) have what it takes?
Last October, Essential Utilities announced that it would be merging with American Water Works to strengthen the latter's status as America's largest water utility. Once the deal is closed, Essential Utilities anticipates 7% to 9% annual long-term EPS and dividend growth. Shares are trading at a 14% discount to my fair value estimate.
Essential Utilities offers stable, regulated growth, robust dividends, and reliable cash flows, making it a compelling buy for income-focused investors. Q3 results showed 10% revenue growth and 32.7% net income increase, driven by rate increases and disciplined cost control. The pending merger with American Water could accelerate EPS and dividend growth, offering scale, operating leverage, and enhanced regulatory credibility.
Essential Utilities posts strong third-quarter earnings, reaffirms 2025 outlook, and announces a major merger with American Water Works.