Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
CPKUtilitiesNASDAQUtilities - Regulated Gas
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Daily timeframePart of the utilities sector, Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK) is listed under Utilities - Regulated Gas. The $3.20B market capitalization puts CPK squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It operates through two segments: Regulated Energy and Unregulated Energy.
Market Cap
$3.20B
Beta
0.68
P/E (TTM)
21.16
P/E (Fwd)
18.11
EPS (TTM)
$6.27
EPS (Fwd)
$7.33
ROE
9.5%
ROA
4.3%
Cash
$400,000
Total Debt
$1.69B
Free CF
-$220.8M
52W Change
7.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CPK stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 26, 2026 close, CPK finished 5.35% above its 150-day moving average ($128.15) and 5.49% above its 200-day moving average ($127.98). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CPK overbought or oversold?
At the August 26, 2026 close, CPK's RSI(14) was 54.2, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation carries $1.69B in total debt against $400K in cash reserves — debt is roughly 4236.8x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$220.8M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 9.5%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $680.7M (2022) to $930.0M (2025), reflecting a 37% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of 0.68 suggests CPK is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's trajectory.