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Essential Utilities, Inc.
$36.68-- (--)
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Essential Utilities (WTRG) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

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Day's Range$36.34 - $37.41
52-Week High$42.37
52-Week Low$36.11
Open$36.75
Volume5.37M
Average Volume (3M)1.70M
Market Cap10.41B
Shares Outstanding283.64M
P/E Ratio (TTM)18.54
Forward P/E20.75
Price to Sales (P/S)4.08
Price to Book (P/B)1.51
EV/EBITDA13.98
Revenue (TTM)2.55B
Net Income (TTM)561.54M
Free Cash Flow (TTM)-470.55M
EPS (TTM)$1.99
Profit Margin22.00%
Operating Margin34.97%
Return on Equity (ROE)8.15%
Debt to Equity1.22
50-Day MA$37.98
200-Day MA$38.92
52-Week Change-1.85%
Annual Dividend$1.37
Dividend Yield3.74%
Payout Ratio69.04%
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 $36.70. The 52-week range is $36.11–$42.37, with a day range of $36.34–$37.41.

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 20.8, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Essential Utilities operates in the Utilities sector.

Does WTRG pay dividends?

Yes, Essential Utilities pays a 3.74% annual dividend yield ($1.37 per share). The payout ratio is 69.0%. 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 $10.41B, classifying it as a large-cap company. Essential Utilities operates in the Utilities sector within the Utilities - Regulated Water industry.