Essential Utilities, Inc.
WTRGUtilitiesNASDAQUtilities - Regulated Water · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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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 $12.23B 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
$12.23B
Beta
0.62
P/E (TTM)
21.99
P/E (Fwd)
18.11
EPS (TTM)
$1.96
EPS (Fwd)
$2.38
ROE
8.1%
ROA
3.0%
Cash
$8.6M
Total Debt
$8.54B
Free CF
-$657.6M
52W Change
6.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where WTRG stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, WTRG finished 4.88% above its 150-day moving average ($38.93) and 5.37% above its 200-day moving average ($38.75). 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 WTRG overbought or oversold?
At the October 19, 2026 close, WTRG's RSI(14) was 68.8, in neutral territory (between 30 and 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, WTRG has $8.6M in cash with $8.54B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow is running at -$657.6M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. ROE of 8.1% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 3.0% 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).
The relatively low beta of 0.62 suggests WTRG is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Essential Utilities, Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. 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 Essential Utilities, Inc.'s trajectory.