Unitil Corporation
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Daily timeframeUnitil Corporation, a public utility holding company, engages in the distribution of electricity and natural gas. With a market capitalization of $984.6M, it sits in small-cap territory. It operates through two segments, Utility Electric Operations and Utility Gas Operations.
Market Cap
$984.6M
Beta
0.31
P/E (TTM)
17.19
P/E (Fwd)
15.38
EPS (TTM)
$3.14
EPS (Fwd)
$3.51
ROE
9.6%
ROA
3.5%
Cash
$9.2M
Total Debt
$962.9M
Free CF
-$65.9M
52W Change
18.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where UTL stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 26, 2026 close, UTL finished 4.46% above its 150-day moving average ($51.60) and 6.54% above its 200-day moving average ($50.59). 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 UTL overbought or oversold?
At the August 26, 2026 close, UTL's RSI(14) was 58.7, 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.
Unitil Corporation carries $962.9M in total debt against $9.2M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 104.7x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow is running at -$65.9M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. Return on equity stands at 9.6%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 3.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $563.2M (2022) to $536.0M (2025).
The relatively low beta of 0.31 suggests UTL is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing UTL's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.