Nov. 2 at 2:05 PM
$WTRG "Heads up alert! Only three days until Upcoming earnings on Tuesday, 11/4/2025 for
$WTRG
Bearish (3.5)
Essential Utilities (WTRG) has recently faced a challenging landscape, as highlighted by a mix of earnings expectations and strategic developments.
The company's upcoming Q3 earnings report is anticipated to show growth; however, analysts express concerns regarding its ability to meet expectations, especially following a recent earnings miss by a peer company, California Water.
The P/E ratio for WTRG stands at approximately 23, which is higher than the industry average of around 20, indicating that the stock may be overvalued relative to its earnings potential.
Furthermore, the EPS growth forecast for the next year is modest, reflecting a slowdown in momentum.
Revenue projections are also under scrutiny, with analysts adjusting their price targets downward, suggesting a cautious outlook on future performance.
Comparatively, companies like American Water Works, which is involved in a significant merger with Essential Utilities, have a more favorable growth trajectory, potentially overshadowing WTRG's performance.
Looking ahead to the upcoming earnings report on November 4, 2025, there is a prevailing sentiment of uncertainty.
Analysts have not positioned WTRG favorably, as the consensus indicates a lack of confidence in a substantial earnings beat.
Historically, the company has shown variability in its quarterly performance, which adds to the apprehension surrounding its upcoming results.
Analyst consensus estimates suggest a slight revenue increase, but the potential for operational challenges looms large, particularly in light of rising costs and interest expenses that have affected peers.
In the broader context, the water utility sector has experienced mixed performance, with energy stocks showing slight gains while utilities remain under pressure due to rising costs and evolving regulatory environments.
Overall, the sector's performance reflects a cautious outlook as companies navigate economic headwinds and changing market dynamics.
- Funds were net sellers of
$WTRG during the previous reporting quarter.
- Funds with large holdings in
$WTRG include:
- Canada Pension , MV:
$433MM. Fund Rank: 78%
- Ensign Peak Advisors, MV:
$68MM. Fund Rank: 67%
- Point72 Asset Management LP, MV:
$43MM. Fund Rank: 91%
www.point72.com
- GW&K Investment Management LLC, MV:
$27MM. Fund Rank: 76%
- Adage Capital P, MV:
$16MM. New position. Fund Rank: 89%
www.adagecapital.com
- Last 10 days performance: -6%
- Last 30 days performance: 1%
- Last 90 days performance: 3%
Some of the latest news articles:
- Title: California Water Q3 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
Publication Date: 10/30/2025 5:16:00 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/california-water-q3-earnings-miss-171600105.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Why the Story Around Essential Utilities Is Shifting After the American Water Merger Announcement
Publication Date: 10/29/2025 2:11:52 AM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/why-story-around-essential-utilities-021152314.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Essential Utilities (WTRG) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Publication Date: 10/28/2025 2:00:28 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/essential-utilities-wtrg-reports-next-140028822.html?.tsrc=rss
- Title: Sector Update: Energy Stocks Rise Late Afternoon
Publication Date: 10/27/2025 7:59:28 PM, Source: yahoo
URL: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sector-energy-stocks-rise-afternoon-195928333.html?.tsrc=rss
Follow us on stocktwits.com for more earnings alerts. Not a financial advice. Not a trading signal."
