Essential Utilities Tidigare resultatutveckling
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Essential Utilities har ökat intäkterna med en genomsnittlig årlig takt på 9.3%, medan Water Utilities -branschen såg intäkterna växer på 6.9% årligen. Intäkterna har varit växande med en genomsnittlig takt på 5% per år. Essential Utilities s avkastning på eget kapital är 8.1% och den har en nettomarginal på 21.8%.
Viktig information
9.33%
Tillväxttakt i vinsten
7.28%
Tillväxttakt för EPS
| Water Utilities Tillväxt i branschen | 8.91% |
| Intäkternas tillväxttakt | 5.01% |
| Avkastning på eget kapital | 8.08% |
| Nettomarginal | 21.82% |
| Senaste uppdateringen av resultatet | 31 Mar 2026 |
Senaste uppdateringar av tidigare prestationer
Recent updates
Uppdatering av berättelse • Apr 24
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Apr 08
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.Seeking Alpha • Apr 04
Essential Utilities: Not Too Late To Buy Now
Summary For the last 34 years, Essential Utilities has delivered payout raises to its shareholders. On a standalone basis, the company is positioned to keep generating 5% to 7% annual adjusted EPS growth. Essential Utilities sports an A- S&P credit rating with a stable outlook. The water utility is priced 10% below my fair value estimate. As an independent company, Essential Utilities could post a 17% upside over the next 12 months and has a path to 10% annual total returns through 2031. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaUppdatering av berättelse • Mar 24
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Mar 10
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Feb 24
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Feb 08
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Jan 24
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Jan 08
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Dec 25
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Dec 11
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Nov 26
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Nov 12
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Oct 28
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Oct 04
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.Uppdatering av berättelse • Sep 04
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%.Analysartikel • Aug 06
Results: Essential Utilities, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
Essential Utilities, Inc. ( NYSE:WTRG ) defied analyst predictions to release its quarterly results, which were ahead...Analysartikel • Aug 03
Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To $0.3426
Essential Utilities, Inc. ( NYSE:WTRG ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's...Analysartikel • Jul 14
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Essential Utilities is US$42.57 based on Dividend Discount Model With...Analysartikel • Jun 29
We Think Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysartikel • May 29
Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG)
With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 18x in the United States, you could be forgiven for...Seeking Alpha • Mar 10
Essential Utilities' Secret Growth Engine: PFAS Rules Fuel Expansion
Summary Essential Utilities stock is rated a "Buy" due to its strategic acquisitions of smaller utilities struggling with new PFAS regulations. Management's focus on PFAS mitigation and a $7.8 billion capital investment plan position WTRG for long-term growth and regulatory compliance. Despite missing EPS estimates, WTRG's strong financials and successful rate settlements in Pennsylvania support its 5-7% annual EPS growth target. Risks include regulatory approval for acquisitions and potential stricter PFAS standards, but these also present further acquisition opportunities. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 29
Essential Utilities: A SWAN Utility That Screens Cheap
Summary Essential Utilities is a Dividend Aristocrat with 33 years of consecutive dividend growth, offering a compelling investment opportunity at a 25% discount to fair value. The company’s five-year capital spending plan and strong A- credit rating support its targeted annual EPS growth rate of 5%-7% through 2026. WTRG's third-quarter results show solid revenue growth, driven by its Regulated Water segment, despite a 16.7% decline in diluted EPS. With a low payout ratio and consistent dividend growth, WTRG is poised to continue its impressive dividend streak, making it an attractive investment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 25
Essential Utilities: Undervalued In A Defensive Sector
Summary Essential Utilities' strong regulatory position and $7.8B capital investment plan are supportive of long-term earnings growth and consistent shareholder returns. Recent quarterly results included a 5.8% YoY revenue increase, driven by higher water sales and regulatory recoveries, with EPS narrowly beating expectations. The company is also committed to dividend growth, with a current forward yield of over 3.25%, and the stock valuation remains favorable compared to recent historical averages. Risks include regulatory delays, weather volatility, and potential capital constraints should interest rates remain elevated and/or the equity market experience a sharp and sustained decline. Overall, Essential Utilities offers reliable income with steady growth potential. I maintain a Buy rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 15
Essential Utilities: Buy This Dividend Compounder On Sale Now
Summary 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. Shares of Essential Utilities appear to be priced at a 19% discount to fair value. The stock could be positioned for 43% cumulative total returns by the end of 2026. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Ny berättelse • Aug 22
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.Seeking Alpha • Jul 16
Essential Utilities: A Solid Replacement For T-Bills And Money Markets
Summary Essential Utilities offers a dividend yield of over 3% and is priced well below its historical valuation averages. The company has shown strong profitability metrics and EPS growth over the past decade. I rate Essential Utilities a Buy based on the current share price, which may be undervalued by as much as 20%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 23
Essential Utilities: Why I'm Going To Be Buying More
Summary Over the last several decades, Essential Utilities has proven itself to be one of the premier dividend growth stocks. The water utility has several pending water segment rate cases and a $7.2 billion capital spending plan for the next five years to drive growth. WTRG also enjoys an A- credit rating from S&P on a stable outlook to finance its capital spending. Shares of the water utility could be trading at an 18% discount to fair value. WTRG could be poised to generate 40% cumulative total returns through 2026. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 05
Essential Utilities: A Quality Company With A Favorable Valuation
Summary Essential Utilities has had a long-term performance of 2,600% return since 1994, outperforming the S&P 500. The quality company is currently significantly discounted and therefore offers a good opportunity for value investors. Natural gas prices have a significant impact on Essential Utilities' revenue. Stable dividend growth will probably continue in the following years. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaFördelning av intäkter och kostnader
Fördelning av intäkter och kostnader
Hur Essential Utilities tjänar och spenderar pengar. Baserat på senast rapporterade resultat, på rullande tolvmånadersbasis.
Resultat- och intäktshistorik
| Datum | Intäkter | Intäkter | G+A Kostnader | FoU-kostnader |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 2,553 | 557 | 1 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 2,475 | 616 | 1 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 2,380 | 668 | 1 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 2,338 | 646 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 2,258 | 613 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 2,086 | 595 | -1 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,961 | 546 | -3 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,937 | 557 | -4 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,939 | 573 | -4 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 2,054 | 498 | -4 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 2,280 | 478 | -2 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 2,303 | 466 | -4 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 2,315 | 457 | -6 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 2,288 | 465 | -8 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 2,118 | 467 | -10 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 2,046 | 449 | -9 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,994 | 447 | -9 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,878 | 432 | -7 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,816 | 418 | -6 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,803 | 423 | -4 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 1,791 | 417 | -2 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,463 | 285 | 1 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,215 | 246 | 2 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,110 | 279 | 4 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 944 | 259 | 5 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 890 | 225 | 6 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 869 | 157 | 11 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 852 | 146 | 10 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 845 | 158 | 9 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 838 | 192 | 8 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 836 | 249 | 1 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 825 | 247 | 1 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 816 | 242 | -1 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 810 | 240 | 5 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 803 | 236 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 815 | 233 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 815 | 232 | 1 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 820 | 234 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 820 | 213 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 815 | 207 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 816 | 205 | 0 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 814 | 202 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 809 | 222 | 0 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 798 | 223 | 0 | 0 |
Kvalitetsintäkter: WTRG har inkomster av hög kvalitet.
Växande vinstmarginal: WTRG s nuvarande netto vinstmarginaler (21.8%) är lägre än förra året (27.2%).
Fritt kassaflöde vs resultatanalys
Analys av tidigare vinsttillväxt
Resultatutveckling: WTRG s intäkter har ökat med 9.3% per år under de senaste 5 åren.
Accelererande tillväxt: WTRG s har haft negativ intäktstillväxt under det senaste året, så det kan inte jämföras med dess 5-åriga genomsnitt.
Resultat vs industri: WTRG hade negativ intäktstillväxt ( -9.2% ) under det senaste året, vilket gör det svårt att jämföra med branschens genomsnitt Water Utilities ( 2.9% ).
Avkastning på eget kapital
Hög ROE: WTRG s avkastning på eget kapital ( 8.1% ) anses vara låg.
Avkastning på tillgångar
Avkastning på sysselsatt kapital
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Företagsanalys och finansiella data Status
| Uppgifter | Senast uppdaterad (UTC-tid) |
|---|---|
| Analys av företag | 2026/05/20 13:18 |
| Aktiekurs vid dagens slut | 2026/05/20 00:00 |
| Intäkter | 2026/03/31 |
| Årlig intjäning | 2025/12/31 |
Datakällor
Den data som används i vår företagsanalys kommer från S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. Följande data används i vår analysmodell för att generera denna rapport. Data är normaliserade vilket kan medföra en fördröjning från det att källan är tillgänglig.
| Paket | Uppgifter | Tidsram | Exempel US-källa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Företagets finansiella ställning | 10 år |
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| Analytikernas konsensusuppskattningar | +3 år |
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| Marknadspriser | 30 år |
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| Ägarskap | 10 år |
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| Förvaltning | 10 år |
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| Viktiga utvecklingstendenser | 10 år |
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* Exempel för amerikanska värdepapper, för icke-amerikanska värdepapper används motsvarande regelverk och källor.
Om inget annat anges är all finansiell data baserad på en årsperiod men uppdateras kvartalsvis. Detta kallas data för efterföljande tolv månader (TTM) eller senaste tolv månader (LTM). Lär dig mer om detta.
Analysmodell och snöflinga
Detaljer om analysmodellen som användes för att skapa den här rapporten finns på vår Github-sida, vi har också guider om hur du använder våra rapporter och tutorials på Youtube.
Lär dig mer om det team i världsklass som utformade och byggde analysmodellen Simply Wall St.
Industri- och sektormått
Våra bransch- och sektionsmått beräknas var sjätte timme av Simply Wall St, detaljer om vår process finns tillgängliga på Github.
Källor för analytiker
Essential Utilities, Inc. bevakas av 20 analytiker. 4 av dessa analytiker lämnade de uppskattningar av intäkter eller resultat som användes som indata till vår rapport. Analytikernas inskickade estimat uppdateras löpande under dagen.
| Analytiker | Institution |
|---|---|
| Jacob Kilstein | Argus Research Company |
| Davis Sunderland | Baird |
| Daniel Ford | Barclays |