Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) Investment Research Dashboard
About Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) stock analysis
Get live WTRG stock price $39.61, comprehensive Essential Utilities, Inc. stock analysis, charts, news, sentiment, sector analysis, and expert forecast. Real-time WTRG stock data and investment insights.
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Investment Score
A systematic tri-factor framework (valuation, quality, momentum) using trailing twelve-month fundamentals and current price momentum—aligned with the full investment score dashboard.
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0-39
Defensive posture
40-54
Mixed / wait for confirmation
55-69
Constructive setup
70-100
Attractive zone
Total Score
Value
Cheapness vs fundamentals and cash generation
Quality
Durability of profitability and balance sheet
Momentum
Price trend strength and persistence
Company Overview
Essential Utilities, Inc. is a diversified utility enterprise that, through its various operating units, delivers vital water, wastewater, and natural gas services within the United States. Its operations extend beyond direct utility provision, encom...
Company Information
- CEO
- Christopher H. Franklin
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Water
- Employees
- 3303
Contact Information
- Website
- https://www.essential.co
- Address
- 762 West Lancaster Avenue
- Country
- US
Investment Analysis & Business Insights
Investment Highlights
✓ Strong presence in the Utilities sector with established market position
✓ Valuation metrics suggest potential value opportunity (P/E: 19.7)
✓ Lower volatility stock (Beta: 0.64) may provide portfolio stability
Important Investment Considerations
- ⚠All investments carry risk, including potential loss of principal for Essential Utilities, Inc. shareholders
- ⚠Market volatility can significantly impact stock price, especially for mid-cap stocks
- ⚠Sector-specific risks in Utilities may affect company performance
- ⚠Past performance does not guarantee future results for Essential Utilities, Inc.
- ⚠Investors should consider how Essential Utilities, Inc. fits within their overall portfolio allocation
Market Cap
11.23B
P/E Ratio (TTM)
19.71
Beta
0.64
Data Sources & Methodology
Financial data on this page is sourced from verified SEC EDGAR filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K reports), real-time market data providers, and official company disclosures. All analysis is generated using AI models trained exclusively on reliable financial documents. For detailed information about our data sources and methodology, see our Methodology page.Not investment advice.
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About Utilities Sector
The Utilities sector includes companies that provide essential services like electricity, gas, water, and waste management to consumers and businesses.
Utilities (1D)
- Overall
- -0.7%
- NYSE
- -0.5%
- NASDAQ
- -0.9%
| Sector | 1D | 1W | 1M | P/E | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | +0.3% | +0.9% | +3.0% | 19.0 | 85/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Healthcare | +0.2% | +1.0% | +4.1% | 23.5 | 84/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Real Estate | +1.8% | +2.1% | -0.3% | 29.7 | 72/100⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Communication Services | +0.7% | -2.5% | +2.8% | 21.8 | 62/100⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Basic Materials | +0.9% | +0.4% | -1.3% | 24.9 | 54/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Consumer Defensive | +0.8% | -0.0% | -0.9% | 28.7 | 54/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Energy | -0.2% | +0.4% | -2.4% | 19.6 | 49/100⭐⭐⭐ |
| Consumer Cyclical | +0.3% | -3.1% | -2.8% | 43.3 | 14/100⭐ |
| Technology | -1.6% | -0.3% | -3.1% | 42.2 | 14/100⭐ |
| Industrials | -0.5% | -1.3% | -8.9% | 30.4 | 11/100⭐ |
| Utilities | -0.7% | +2.0% | -1.3% | — | — |
Sector returns combine NYSE and NASDAQ averages. P/E is the latest blended sector multiple. Sector score ranks each sector vs peers using percentile ranks (not fixed thresholds): 48% 1M + 24% 1W + 8% 1D + 20% P/E (lower P/E ranks higher). Data as of 2026-07-27.