Unitil Corporation
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the utilities sector, Unitil Corporation focuses on Utilities - Diversified services and products. Unitil Corporation, a public utility holding company, engages in the distribution of electricity and natural gas. The company carries a $1.01B market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. It operates through two segments, Utility Electric Operations and Utility Gas Operations.
Market Cap
$1.01B
Beta
0.25
P/E (TTM)
17.34
P/E (Fwd)
15.71
EPS (TTM)
$3.18
EPS (Fwd)
$3.51
ROE
9.6%
ROA
3.5%
Cash
$9.2M
Total Debt
$962.9M
Free CF
-$65.9M
52W Change
9.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where UTL stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, UTL finished 3.76% above its 150-day moving average ($52.11) and 4.95% above its 200-day moving average ($51.52). 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 October 19, 2026 close, UTL's RSI(14) was 79.8, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, UTL has $9.2M in cash with $962.9M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$65.9M. 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 9.6%, 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).
With a beta below 0.7, Unitil Corporation typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. 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. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Unitil Corporation and its sector.