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Essential utilities, inc.
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| Quarterly | EPS Forecast | QoQ | Max | Min |
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| 2026Q1 | ||||
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| 2026Q4 | ||||
| 2027Q1 |
Essential Utilities, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, or natural gas services in the United States. It offers water services through operating and maintenance contract with municipal authorities and other parties. The company also provides non-utility raw water supply services for firms in the natural gas drilling industry; and water and sewer line protection solutions, and repair services to households through a third-party. It serves approximately 7.5 million residential water, commercial water, fire protection, industrial water, wastewater, and other water and utility customers in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, New Jersey, Indiana, Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky under the Aqua and Peoples brands. The company was formerly known as Aqua America, Inc. and changed its name to Essential Utilities, Inc. in February 2020. Essential Utilities, Inc. was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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| QTR | Non-GAAP EPS | EPS YoY | EPS Surprise % | Sales | Sales YoY | Sales Surprise % | NPM |
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The most recent financial report for Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG) covers the period of 2025Q4 and was published on 2025/12/31. This report is prepared according to IFRS/US GAAP standards and includes key financial indicators—Revenue, Profitability, Cash Flow, and Capital Structure. This information is essential for investors evaluating WTRG's short-term business performance and financial health. For the latest updates on WTRG's earnings releases, visit this page regularly.
According to historical valuation range analysis, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG)'s current price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is 18.27, placing it in the Undervalued zone on the P/E River chart. This level indicates that the market's expectations for future earnings are already reflected in the share price, with the valuation currently leaning conservative. Investors are advised to further examine the company's fundamentals and its position in the industry cycle to validate whether the valuation is justified.
According to the latest financial report, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG) reported an Operating Profit of 227M with an Operating Margin of 32.47% this period, representing a growth of 0.17% compared to the same period last year. Operating Profit reflects the company's core business efficiency and cost control, making it a key indicator for evaluating operational strength and profitability.
In the latest financial report, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG) announced revenue of 699.11M, with a Year-Over-Year growth rate of 15.67%. Revenue growth can be driven by product mix changes, market share expansion, price adjustments, or international market penetration. Investors should also monitor gross margin and regional revenue distribution for a comprehensive view of growth quality and sustainability.
As of the end of the reporting period, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG) had total debt of 8.33B, with a debt ratio of 0.43. Long-term debt comprises a higher/lower proportion. The level of financial leverage directly impacts the company's capital structure and interest coverage. If debt is high, pay attention to interest expenses and refinancing risks. Conversely, a low-leverage structure indicates greater risk tolerance but potentially less growth flexibility.
At the end of the period, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG) held Total Cash and Cash Equivalents of 34.78M, accounting for 0 of total assets. Both current and quick ratios indicate robust short-term debt repayment ability. High cash reserves typically mean the company has strong liquidity, supporting operational needs, expansion investments, or shareholder returns.
In the latest report, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG) achieved the “three margins increasing” benchmark, with a gross margin of 47.8%%, operating margin of 32.47%%, and net margin of 19%%. This demonstrates improvement in profitability, which is a key signal for fundamental analysis. Investors should consider margin trends alongside other financial indicators to assess WTRG's profit trajectory and future growth potential.
According to the past four quarterly reports, Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG)'s earnings per share (EPS) shows a declining trend, with the latest EPS at 0.46. If EPS continues to rise due to revenue growth and cost optimization, it can support P/E valuation recovery and attract long-term investors.
Essential utilities, inc. (WTRG)'s Free Cash Flow (FCF) for the period is -240.04M, calculated as Operating Cash Flow minus Capital Expenditures, representing a rise of 3.71% compared with the previous period. Positive FCF growth provides stable funding for dividends, debt repayment, or strategic acquisitions, and is an important measure of true profitability and shareholder return potential.