Essential Utilities, Inc.

NYSE:WTRG Lagerbericht

Marktkapitalisierung: US$10.8b

Essential Utilities Zukünftiges Wachstum

Future Kriterienprüfungen 1/6

Essential Utilities wird ein jährliches Gewinn- und Umsatzwachstum von 5.7% bzw. 4% prognostiziert. Der Gewinn pro Aktie wird voraussichtlich wachsen um 4.8% pro Jahr. Die Eigenkapitalrendite wird in 3 Jahren voraussichtlich 9.5% betragen.

Wichtige Informationen

5.7%

Wachstumsrate der Gewinne

4.84%

EPS-Wachstumsrate

Water Utilities Gewinnwachstum9.8%
Wachstumsrate der Einnahmen4.0%
Zukünftige Eigenkapitalrendite9.52%
Analystenabdeckung

Low

Zuletzt aktualisiert24 Apr 2026

Jüngste Aktualisierungen zum künftigen Wachstum

Results: Essential Utilities, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates

Aug 06
Results: Essential Utilities, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates

Recent updates

WTRG: Updated Fair Value And P/E Assumptions Will Guide Balanced Outlook

Analysts have nudged their price target on Essential Utilities higher from $40.60 to $41.20, reflecting updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that slightly adjust their overall outlook. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Adjusted slightly from $40.60 to $41.20, indicating a modest upward revision in the estimated share value.

WTRG: Pending Merger Approval Will Shape Risk Balance And Support Fair Value

Analysts have maintained Essential Utilities' fair value estimate at $40.60. Recent commentary notes that although the potential merger path is described as long, it could address key bear-case concerns if it is ultimately approved.

Essential Utilities: Not Too Late To Buy Now

Apr 04

WTRG: Pending Merger Path And 2026 Vote Will Shape Risk Balance

Analysts have adjusted their price target on Essential Utilities to $40.60, reflecting updated views on profit margins and P/E assumptions, with some pointing to potential benefits if the proposed merger with American Water gains approval. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the proposed merger path as a potential way to address prior concerns around valuation, with the combined platform seen as better positioned to support the current P/E assumptions behind the updated US$40.60 target.

WTRG: Pending Merger And 2026 Vote Will Frame Balanced Risk Outlook

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Essential Utilities to about $40.60 from roughly $41.40, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples, while monitoring how the potential merger outcome could influence the bear case on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research on American Water highlights how the proposed merger with Essential Utilities could reshape the risk and reward conversation for Essential shareholders, even though the approval process is expected to be lengthy.

WTRG: Pending Merger And 2026 Meeting Will Shape Balanced Risk Profile

Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Essential Utilities to about $41.40, roughly $0.77 lower than before. They are factoring in updated fair value estimates and the potential impact of the proposed merger, which has influenced views across the water utility group.

WTRG: Pending Merger And Special Meeting Will Shape Bullish Return Profile

Analysts have lowered their price target on Essential Utilities to about US$42.17 from US$43.00. This change reflects updated assumptions for slightly different fair value, discount rate, growth, and margin profiles in light of the potential merger impact highlighted in recent research.

WTRG: All Stock Merger And Neutral Views Will Shape Future Return Profile

Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Essential Utilities at $43.00 as they weigh the modest merger premium, the all-stock structure, and the long timeline to potential regulatory approval highlighted in recent research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the merger structure as a potential way to address prior concerns around the combined company, arguing that if the deal is approved it could be harder for skeptics to challenge the investment case.

WTRG: All Stock Merger Terms Will Support Long Term Upside Potential

Analysts now see fair value for Essential Utilities at about $43.00 per share, broadly in line with recent price targets clustered around $43 to $46. This reflects a reset in expectations after the announced all stock merger with American Water.

WTRG: All Stock Merger Premium Will Drive Long Term Upside Outlook

We trim our analyst price target for Essential Utilities to $43.00 from $43.71 as analysts recalibrate expectations following multiple downgrades tied to the announced all stock merger with American Water. Despite solid long term fundamentals, the deal is viewed as offering a relatively modest headline premium and a more balanced near term risk reward profile.

WTRG: Modest Merger Premium Will Shape Long Term Upside Potential

Analysts have lowered their price targets on Essential Utilities by a few dollars into the low to mid $40s. This reflects a more cautious stance on the announced all stock merger with American Water and its relatively modest implied premium.

WTRG: Merger Closing Delay And Modest Premium Will Shape Shareholder Outlook

Analysts have reduced their price targets for Essential Utilities, with average targets now ranging from $43 to $46. This follows the company's announced merger with American Water, as analysts cite a relatively modest premium and new merger dynamics.

WTRG: All-Stock Merger Will Shape Earnings Outlook Amid Downgrades

Analysts have reduced their average price target for Essential Utilities to approximately $44 from prior levels near $47. They cite the company's recently announced all-stock merger with American Water as the primary driver behind the downgrade.

Merger And Sector Downgrades Will Shift Water Demand Outlook Forward

Analysts have lowered their average price target for Essential Utilities from $45.75 to $43.71 per share, citing the announced merger with American Water as well as recent downgrades across the sector. Analyst Commentary Following the announced merger with American Water, analyst sentiment on Essential Utilities has shifted, with perspectives ranging from cautious to selectively optimistic.

Infrastructure Investments And Urbanization Will Drive Water Demand

Essential Utilities' analyst price target has been revised downward from $46.38 to $45.75 per share. This reflects analyst views that, while the company's growth prospects and industry positioning remain solid, updated valuation assumptions modestly temper expectations.

Infrastructure Investments And Urbanization Will Drive Water Demand

Analysts maintained a positive outlook on Essential Utilities, citing reaffirmed EPS growth guidance, strong sector positioning, and consistent execution, resulting in an unchanged consensus price target of $46.38. Analyst Commentary Management's reaffirmation of long-term annual EPS growth guidance of 5%-7%.

Results: Essential Utilities, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates

Aug 06
Results: Essential Utilities, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates

Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To $0.3426

Aug 03
Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To $0.3426

Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG)

Jul 14
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG)

We Think Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

Jun 29
We Think Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG)

May 29
Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG)

Essential Utilities' Secret Growth Engine: PFAS Rules Fuel Expansion

Mar 10

Essential Utilities: A SWAN Utility That Screens Cheap

Dec 29

Essential Utilities: Undervalued In A Defensive Sector

Nov 25

Essential Utilities: Buy This Dividend Compounder On Sale Now

Sep 15
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Innovative Strategies And Environmental Initiatives Propel Growth Amid Regulatory Changes

Implementation of weather normalization and regulatory approval process reform in Pennsylvania are expected to stabilize earnings and support revenue growth through acquisitions.

Essential Utilities: A Solid Replacement For T-Bills And Money Markets

Jul 16

Essential Utilities: Why I'm Going To Be Buying More

May 23

Essential Utilities: A Quality Company With A Favorable Valuation

May 05

Essential Utilities: A High-Quality Dividend Grower To Buy At A Discount

Mar 29

Gewinn- und Umsatzwachstumsprognosen

NYSE:WTRG - Zukünftige Analystenschätzungen und Finanzdaten der Vergangenheit (USD Millions)
DatumUmsatzGewinneFreier CashflowBargeld aus operativen TätigkeitenDurchschn. Anz. Analysten
12/31/20282,757753-4501,2453
12/31/20272,599708-5391,1563
12/31/20262,529654-6321,0632
12/31/20252,475616-4201,010N/A
9/30/20252,380668-428952N/A
6/30/20252,338646-478916N/A
3/31/20252,258613-518829N/A
12/31/20242,086595-559770N/A
9/30/20241,961546-506752N/A
6/30/20241,937557-462739N/A
3/31/20241,939573-436773N/A
12/31/20232,054498-266934N/A
9/30/20232,280478-332886N/A
6/30/20232,303466-380805N/A
3/31/20232,315457-432691N/A
12/31/20222,288465-462600N/A
9/30/20222,118467-462602N/A
6/30/20222,046449-392648N/A
3/31/20221,994447-326700N/A
12/31/20211,878432-376645N/A
9/30/20211,816418-308649N/A
6/30/20211,803423-271676N/A
3/31/20211,791417-227668N/A
12/31/20201,463285-328508N/A
9/30/20201,215246-172531N/A
6/30/20201,110279-78496N/A
3/31/2020944259-180355N/A
12/31/2019890225-212339N/A
9/30/2019869157N/A306N/A
6/30/2019852146N/A286N/A
3/31/2019845158N/A359N/A
12/31/2018838192N/A369N/A
9/30/2018836249N/A390N/A
6/30/2018825247N/A394N/A
3/31/2018816242N/A388N/A
12/31/2017810240N/A381N/A
9/30/2017803236N/A390N/A
6/30/2017815233N/A376N/A
3/31/2017815232N/A383N/A
12/31/2016820234N/A396N/A
9/30/2016820213N/A377N/A
6/30/2016815207N/A391N/A
3/31/2016816205N/A376N/A
12/31/2015814202N/A371N/A
9/30/2015809222N/A372N/A
6/30/2015798223N/A367N/A

Analystenprognosen zum zukünftigen Wachstum

Einkommen vs. Sparrate: WTRGDas prognostizierte Gewinnwachstum (5.7% pro Jahr) liegt über der Sparquote (3.4%).

Ertrag vs. Markt: WTRGDie Erträge des Unternehmens (5.7% pro Jahr) werden voraussichtlich langsamer wachsen als der Markt US (16% pro Jahr).

Hohe Wachstumserträge: WTRGDie Erträge des Unternehmens werden voraussichtlich steigen, jedoch nicht deutlich.

Einnahmen vs. Markt: WTRGDie Einnahmen des Unternehmens (4% pro Jahr) werden voraussichtlich langsamer wachsen als der Markt US (11.2% pro Jahr).

Hohe Wachstumseinnahmen: WTRGDie Einnahmen des Unternehmens (4% pro Jahr) werden voraussichtlich langsamer wachsen als 20% pro Jahr.

Wachstumsprognosen für den Gewinn je Aktie

Künftige Eigenkapitalrendite

Künftige Eigenkapitalrendite: WTRGDie Eigenkapitalrendite des Unternehmens wird in 3 Jahren voraussichtlich niedrig sein (9.5%).

Wachstumsunternehmen entdecken

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Unternehmensanalyse und Finanzdaten Status

DatenZuletzt aktualisiert (UTC-Zeit)
Unternehmensanalyse2026/05/04 17:44
Aktienkurs zum Tagesende2026/05/01 00:00
Gewinne2025/12/31
Jährliche Einnahmen2025/12/31

Datenquellen

Die in unserer Unternehmensanalyse verwendeten Daten stammen von S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. Die folgenden Daten werden in unserem Analysemodell verwendet, um diesen Bericht zu erstellen. Die Daten sind normalisiert, was zu einer Verzögerung bei der Verfügbarkeit der Quelle führen kann.

PaketDatenZeitrahmenBeispiel US-Quelle *
Finanzdaten des Unternehmens10 Jahre
  • Gewinn- und Verlustrechnung
  • Kapitalflussrechnung
  • Bilanz
Konsensschätzungen der Analysten+3 Jahre
  • Finanzielle Vorausschau
  • Kursziele der Analysten
Marktpreise30 Jahre
  • Aktienkurse
  • Dividenden, Splits und Aktionen
Eigentümerschaft10 Jahre
  • Top-Aktionäre
  • Insiderhandel
Verwaltung10 Jahre
  • Das Führungsteam
  • Direktorium
Wichtige Entwicklungen10 Jahre
  • Ankündigungen des Unternehmens

* Beispiel für US-Wertpapiere, für nicht-US-amerikanische Wertpapiere werden gleichwertige regulatorische Formulare und Quellen verwendet.

Sofern nicht anders angegeben, beziehen sich alle Finanzdaten auf einen Jahreszeitraum, werden aber vierteljährlich aktualisiert. Dies wird als Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) oder Last Twelve Month (LTM) Daten bezeichnet. Erfahren Sie mehr.

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Analysten-Quellen

Essential Utilities, Inc. wird von 20 Analysten beobachtet. 4 dieser Analysten hat die Umsatz- oder Gewinnschätzungen übermittelt, die als Grundlage für unseren Bericht dienen. Die von den Analysten übermittelten Daten werden im Laufe des Tages aktualisiert.

AnalystEinrichtung
Jacob KilsteinArgus Research Company
Davis SunderlandBaird
Daniel FordBarclays