WTRG Stock Recent News

Essential Utilities (WTRG) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.03 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.80 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.73 per share a year ago.

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Essential's net income of $283.8 million or $1.03 per share for the first quarter of 2025 compared favorably to $265.8 million or $0.97 per share reported for the first quarter of 2024. “We're off to a great start to the year,” said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. “Our investments in infrastructure have set the s.

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Essential Utilities (WTRG) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) successfully concluded its fourth annual Essential Earth Day, a 30-day campaign dedicated to environmental stewardship and community engagement. This year's effort resulted in record-breaking achievements, reaffirming Essential's commitment to protecting the environment and safeguarding natural resources. Donated nearly $1.2 million in grants supporting dozens of deserving organizations dedicated to sustainability and enviro.

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Essential Utilities (WTRG) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) enters the final days of its monthlong Essential Earth Day campaign by announcing that it has been named to USA TODAY's list of America's Climate Leaders 2025. This is the third consecutive year Essential, a leading provider of water, wastewater and natural gas services, has received the prestigious award from USA TODAY and Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. View the full America's C.