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Essential Utilities, Inc.
$41.08-- (--)
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Essential Utilities (WTRG) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

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Day's Range$40.76 - $41.23
52-Week High$42.37
52-Week Low$36.32
Open$40.99
Volume970.33K
Average Volume (3M)970.33K
Market Cap11.53B
Shares Outstanding280.62M
P/E Ratio (TTM)18.50
Forward P/E18.06
Price to Sales (P/S)4.61
Price to Book (P/B)1.66
EV/EBITDA14.42
Revenue (TTM)2.47B
Net Income (TTM)616.37M
Free Cash Flow (TTM)-419.52M
EPS (TTM)$2.17
Profit Margin24.91%
Operating Margin37.22%
Return on Equity (ROE)8.99%
Debt to Equity1.22
50-Day MA$39.50
200-Day MA$38.86
52-Week Change2.76%
Annual Dividend$1.36
Dividend Yield3.33%
Payout Ratio62.34%
Last Dividend Ex-DateMay 12, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Essential Utilities

What is the current stock price for WTRG?

As of the latest trading session, WTRG stock trades at $41.08. The 52-week range is $36.32–$42.37, with a day range of $40.76–$41.23.

What is the P/E ratio for WTRG?

Essential Utilities's trailing P/E ratio is 18.5, meaning investors pay $18.5 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 18.1, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Essential Utilities operates in the Utilities sector.

Does WTRG pay dividends?

Yes, Essential Utilities pays a 3.33% annual dividend yield ($1.35 per share). The payout ratio is 62.3%. The last ex-dividend date was 2026-05-12.

What do analysts recommend for WTRG?

Analyst ratings and recommendations for WTRG are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.

What is the market cap of WTRG?

Essential Utilities's market capitalization is $11.53B, classifying it as a large-cap company. Essential Utilities operates in the Utilities sector within the Utilities - Regulated Water industry.