Essential Utilities, Inc.
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Daily timeframeEssential Utilities, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, and natural gas services in the United States. The $11.19B market capitalization puts WTRG squarely in large-cap range for its industry. The company operates through Regulated Water; and Regulated Natural Gas segments.
Market Cap
$11.19B
Beta
0.64
P/E (TTM)
19.35
P/E (Fwd)
16.58
EPS (TTM)
$2.04
EPS (Fwd)
$2.38
ROE
8.3%
ROA
2.9%
Cash
$75.9M
Total Debt
$8.46B
Free CF
-$649.2M
52W Change
5.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, WTRG has $75.9M in cash with $8.46B 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 -$649.2M. 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 8.3%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.9% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $2.29B (2022) to $2.47B (2025).
With a beta below 0.7, Essential Utilities, Inc. 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. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Essential Utilities, Inc. and its sector.