H2O America
HTOUtilitiesNASDAQUtilities - Regulated Water · Last scanned Oct 27, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the utilities sector, H2O America (HTO) is listed under Utilities - Regulated Water. With a market capitalization of $2.45B, it sits in mid-cap territory. The company engages in production, purchase, storage, purification, distribution, wholesale, and retail sale of water and wastewater services; and supplies groundwater from wells, surface water from watershed run-off and diversion, reclaimed water, and imported water purchased from Valley Water District.
Market Cap
$2.45B
Beta
0.32
P/E (TTM)
20.81
P/E (Fwd)
21.13
EPS (TTM)
$2.81
EPS (Fwd)
$2.77
ROE
6.5%
ROA
2.3%
Cash
$104.1M
Total Debt
$1.89B
Free CF
-$250.6M
52W Change
14.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where HTO stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, HTO finished 6.37% below its 150-day moving average ($59.68) and 3.57% below its 200-day moving average ($57.95). 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 HTO overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, HTO's RSI(14) was 13.4, in oversold territory (below 30). 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.
The company holds $104.1M in cash, though total debt stands at $1.89B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$250.6M. 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 6.5%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $620.7M (2022) to $800.6M (2025), reflecting a 29% increase over the period.
With a beta below 0.7, H2O America typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. 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. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing HTO.