WTRG
Essential Utilities, Inc.Utilities · $11.1B market cap
Verdict
Share price
$39.38
close of Oct 3, 2026
Fair value
$47.16
Sticker Price
Payback Price
$18.87
buy price
WTRG is Undervalued: at $39.38 it trades 17% below its fair value of $47.16. Its buy price (Payback Price) is $18.87, 52% below today's price. Business quality is limited: only 1 of 5 key numbers clears the 10% bar.
How we valued it
Dividend Discount Model. A regulated utility with a steady dividend record, so we value it on the dividends it pays.
Business quality
1 of 5 clear the 10% bar. What are the Big Five?
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Since Jun 23, 2026: no open-market purchases, 1 sale worth $113K and 6 other filings (stock awards, tax withholding and similar). Why purchases matter
Sales
Other filings
Bruner Christopher L
director · 2026-06-23
Award
$135K
Linde Tamara Louise
director · 2026-06-23
Award
$135K
Lewis Wilbert Bryan
director · 2026-06-23
Award
$135K
Ciesinski David Alan
director · 2026-06-23
Award
$135K
Hilferty Daniel J III
director · 2026-06-23
Award
$135K
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Amato Elizabeth B
director · 2026-06-23
Award
$135K
About Essential Utilities, Inc.
Essential Utilities, Inc. is a diversified utility enterprise that, through its various operating units, delivers vital water, wastewater, and natural gas services within the United States. Its operations extend beyond direct utility provision, encompassing contractual management and maintenance of water systems for municipal authorities and other organizations. The company also offers specialized non-utility…
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Fair value and Payback Price are estimates from the company's reported financials, not investment advice. Prices as of the close of Oct 3, 2026. How the Payback Price works