Jefferies upgraded Essential Utilities from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $41.00

Wells Fargo downgraded Essential Utilities from Overweight to Equal Weight and set a new price target of $39.00 from $43.00 previously

Jefferies downgraded Essential Utilities from Buy to Hold and set a new price target of $41.00 from $44.00 previously

Jefferies initiated coverage of Essential Utilities with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $44.00

BofA Securities resumed coverage of Essential Utilities with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $45.00

Edward Jones upgraded Essential Utilities from Hold to Buy

Northcoast upgraded Essential Utilities from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $42.00

Northcoast downgraded Essential Utilities from Buy to Neutral

UBS upgraded Essential Utilities from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $55.00 from $54.00 previously

BofA Securities downgraded Essential Utilities from Buy to Neutral and set a new price target of $52.00

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8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

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8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

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8-K - Essential Utilities, Inc. (0000078128) (Filer)

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report financial results for the full year 2024 following market close on February 26, 2025. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. The call and presentation will be webcast live so interested parties may listen over the internet by logging on to Essential.co and following the link for Investors. The conference call will be archived in the Investor Relations section of the company's website following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on February 27, 2025, for seven days following the call. T

The board of directors of Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3255 per share, payable March 3, 2025, to all shareholders of record on February 10, 2025. The March 2025 dividend payment of $0.3255 per share represents a $0.0184, or 6.0% increase over the March 2025 dividend payment of $0.3071 per share. Essential Utilities has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends for 79 years. About Essential Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. With a focus on water, wastewater and natural gas, Essential is committed to sustainabl

Earnings per share of $0.25 for Q3 2024 Company reinstates multi-year earnings guidance of 5-7% PUC approval of Peoples Natural Gas rate case Settlement reached for Aqua Pennsylvania rate case Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Essential's net income was $69.4 million or $0.25 per share for the third quarter of 2024. Essential also announces multi-year guidance, including earnings expectations, and infrastructure investment plans, and reaffirms the company's long-term emissions reduction and PFAS commitment. "After temporarily suspending long-term guidance on earnings per share (EPS) in early 2024, the company is

The board of directors of Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3255 per share, payable December 2, 2024, to all shareholders of record on November 12, 2024. The December 2024 dividend payment of $0.3255 per share represents a $0.0184, or 6.0% increase over the December 2023 dividend payment of $0.3071 per share. Essential Utilities has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends for 79 years. About Essential Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. With a focus on water, wastewater and natural gas, Essential is committed to sust

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ending September 30, 2024, following market close on November 4, 2024. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 11 a.m. Eastern Standard Time. The call and presentation will be webcast live so interested parties may listen over the internet by logging on to Essential.co and following the link for Investors. The conference call will be archived in the Investor Relations section of the company's website following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on November 5, 2024, for seven days following the c

Earnings per share of $0.28 for Q2 2024, due to weather impacts Company increases quarterly dividend rate by 6.0% Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. Essential's net income of $75.4 million or $0.28 per share for the second quarter of 2024. "We continue to deliver long-term value to our customers, communities, shareholders, and employees, and we are pleased with the execution of our infrastructure investment plan and with the progress made in our strategic regulatory priorities in the first half of 2024," said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "However, in 2024, for the sec

The board of directors of Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3255 per share, payable September 3, 2024, to all shareholders of record on August 12, 2024. The September 2024 dividend payment of $0.3255 per share represents a $0.0184, or 6.0% increase over the September 2023 dividend payment of $0.3071 per share. Essential Utilities has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends for 79 years and has increased the dividend 34 times in the last 33 years. About Essential Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. With a focus on

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, following market close on August 5, 2024. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 11 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The call and presentation will be webcast live so interested parties may listen over the internet by logging on to Essential.co and following the link for Investors. The conference call will be archived in the Investor Relations section of the company's website following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on August 6, 2024, for seven days following the call. To acc

Earnings per share of $0.97 for Q1 2024 vs. $0.72 for Q1 2023 Closes sale of non-core energy projects Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. Essential's net income of $265.8 million or $0.97 per share for the first quarter of 2024 compared favorably to $191.4 million or $0.72 per share reported for the first quarter of 2023. "Although our gas footprint experienced warmer than normal winter weather in Q1 2024, we remain focused on and expect to post strong results for the year," said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "In Q1 2024, the company completed the $165 million sale of its

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, following market close on May 2, 2024. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The call and presentation will be webcast live so interested parties may listen over the internet by logging on to Essential.co and following the link for Investors. The conference call will be archived in the Investor Relations section of the company's website for 90 days following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on May 3, 2024, for 10 business days following the cal

Company welcomes new tax vice president and investor relations director Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) announces the appointment of two seasoned professionals to the company's finance team: Angela Jiang joins the company as vice president, tax, and Hayley Diminick will assume the role of director of investor relations. "We are excited to welcome Angela and Hayley to the Essential team," said Essential Chairman and CEO Christopher H. Franklin. "Their proven track records in tax and investor relations, respectively, will be instrumental as we continue to grow and address the nation's water and natural gas infrastructure challenges." In her new role, Jiang will oversee Essential's

Chesko brings decades of industry experience to Aqua Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) announced today Natalie Chesko has been named the new President of Aqua New Jersey. Chesko will oversee Aqua's water and wastewater operations in New Jersey. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240418338924/en/Essential Utilities Announces Appointment of Natalie Chesko to President of Aqua New Jersey. (Photo: Business Wire) "I couldn't be more elated to welcome Natalie to the Aqua family, and I'm excited to see how her passion and expertise will further Aqua's mission," said Aqua President Colleen Arnold. "Her years of experien

20-year industry veteran prioritizes safety, compliance and customer experience in new role Essential Utilities today announced Ron King as Vice President of its Peoples gas operations, expanding the company's commitment to provide clean, safe, reliable natural gas in Southwest Pennsylvania and Kentucky. He will oversee all operations and maintenance, including gas measurement and regulation, compressor operations, field customer service, and dispatch operations. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230608005310/en/Ron King has been appointed to Vice President, Gas Operations for Essential Utilities Inc. (Photo: Busi

New vice presidents join company in communications and information technology Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) announced the appointment of two new members to the company's executive leadership team: Jeanne Russo joins the company as vice president, communications, and Sumit Nair will assume the role of vice president and chief information officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221108005377/en/Jeanne Russo is appointed vice president, communications for Essential Utilities. Russo is a tenured communications leader with more than 25 years of experience developing and executing strategic communications for top

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) announces the appointment of W. Bryan Lewis to the Essential board of directors. Lewis will serve as a member of the following board committees: audit and risk mitigation and investment policy. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221101005980/en/Essential Utilities Announces Appointment of Bryan Lewis to Board of Directors (Photo: Business Wire) Lewis is the vice president and chief investment officer for the United States Steel Corporation, where he is responsible for the company's global investments for both the defined contribution and defined benefit plans, as well as other rela

Essential Utilities announced today that Vice President, Regulatory and Government Affairs Kimberly Joyce has added the role of corporate secretary to her responsibilities. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220816005796/en/Kim Joyce has been named corporate secretary for Essential Utilities. (Photo: Business Wire) As corporate secretary, Joyce adds critical responsibilities associated with the Essential board of directors, Securities & Exchange Commission filings, and the company's legal entity structure. "Kim's long tenure with the company as a regulatory attorney has provided her expansive experience and knowledge

Essential Utilities has announced that Jim Barbato has been appointed to the new role of vice president of financial planning and analysis from his previous role as vice president of corporate engineering. In his new position, Barbato will report to the CFO and assume responsibility for all financial planning and analysis functions, including overall management and execution of the budgeting and multi-year financial planning process, forecasting, and data-driven decision making to help the company achieve its strategic objectives. He will retain his responsibility for overall capital budgeting for the corporation. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://w

Essential Utilities has appointed Vice President and Chief Information Officer Whitney Kellett to lead its $143 million service improvement project following the retirement of former Senior Vice President, Business Transformation Ruth DeLost-Wylie. The next phase of the project, which began in 2020, will continue under Kellett's leadership. As part of its succession planning, the company also announced that Kellett will assume the role of chief administrative officer later in 2023. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220805005496/en/Essential Utilities appoints Whitney Kellett to head SIP project and assume chief admin

Essential Utilities announced today the promotion of Dave Kralle to Chief of Staff to the Essential Chairman and CEO Christopher Franklin who created the role shortly after his appointment in 2015. Franklin created the role in recognition that "people are the company's greatest asset," and that managing a large, geographically dispersed organization naturally presents challenges. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220805005495/en/Dave Kralle has been named chief of staff at Essential Utilities. (Photo: Business Wire) As chief of staff, Kralle will play a key role, ensuring that the company's vision and core values — i

As part of a planned succession Essential Utilities has announced that Brian Dingerdissen, formerly chief of staff, and vice president of communications and investor relations, has been named vice president, investor relations and treasurer. In his new role, Dingerdissen will retain his responsibilities for investor relations, lead the company's ESG program and report to Dan Schuller, the company's CFO. As treasurer, Dingerdissen will be responsible for the company's financing and cash management activities and relationships with credit agencies. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220803005281/en/Essential Utilities'