{"ticker": {"uuid": "6653e70c-6f94-4d71-a9fc-b664c493330f", "symbol": "WTRG", "name": "Essential Utilities Inc", "exchange": "NYSE", "country": "US", "sector": "Utilities", "industry": "Utilities - Regulated Water"}, "articles": [{"title": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) Shares Surge 4.1% -- What GF Scor", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuwFBVV95cUxOZHJSUHFVMERyOUUzb2ZPd185Rnk2WXJ1N3dFcldOb1RjRjkxdEMzWkxMbl9RUUxRYXF5UFZfbkdUQWFZaHZGaXl5Qms4LUdsb0RBTVNKT0VBZ2RvdUo5NWxRZEZLdnNwc29hM3hIMEpybGpqMmZ5Nm5zbUpMMmk0aXNaVVprY0FNLXdDQUxJX0xUc2dOWGNzYW1qVnZPeWgxQThOS3o3SVMzNzRYdW1CanhmRkV4U2ptNndB?oc=5", "source_name": "GuruFocus", "published_at": "2026-07-17T00:01:28+00:00", "published_display": "17 Jul 2026 00:01", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 66, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) Shares Surge 4.1% -- What GF Score of 71 Tells Investors", "summary": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) shares recently surged by 4.1%, trading at $39.47, indicating a 6.1% undervaluation compared to its GF Value\u2122 of $42.02. The company holds a GF Score\u2122 of 71/100, suggesting above-average investment quality, though its financial strength is ranked lo", "url": "https://www.gurufocus.com/news/8963870/essential-utilities-inc-wtrg-shares-surge-41-what-gf-score-of-71-tells-investors", "source_name": "GuruFocus", "published_at": "2026-07-17T00:01:36", "published_display": "17 Jul 2026 00:01", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 67, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "What's the Latest on the American Water-Essential Utilities Merger", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiowFBVV95cUxQZnlwQ0lIWXFjeVNkQktDaTRubW1PTHJrcEYyOWdSY2RkYTIzdnZNTDFueEdRdnFMaXl1TnFMa2RyVU10S2UxN3F1Uk9rYXZzdi0wbFhhaTJKeXhDcHBPcHktSXFBa0kzdHhVU2dYeTQxS0hSNE1GSHVvcklRMVo2M2lFUnliSlRxMHB3OVdzXzY4ZUZmSThvSExuYlNmbVpGZ3lj?oc=5", "source_name": "Kavout | AI", "published_at": "2026-07-16T22:59:43+00:00", "published_display": "16 Jul 2026 22:59", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "deals", "event_label": "Deals and strategy", "event_confidence": 77, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities to Report Financial Results for Q2 2026", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMisgFBVV95cUxQdkl3OXZvTFFIX3R3bk14eXRhYVZhX1RsV1NHN0NhTW41VjJVSWxqd1hBWDFrSVctM1RQMWtGLWIwdnUwNmFzSlJUSXc2SWdFWS14VGJiajE2b0lsdHNIMnUxVndZQ01zaFBkU1EzZ3dzXzRUQ19rOExlSDNLYUJJNHQxNnh1QlNwTDBIa3NrUjNIVFBZRlBEQ1pybDNnUU5ndVZQUi1fdzhjZjY0UEFRdnVR?oc=5", "source_name": "marketscreener.com", "published_at": "2026-07-16T20:30:06+00:00", "published_display": "16 Jul 2026 20:30", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "earnings", "event_label": "Earnings", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities Unit Secures $74.3 Million to Advance Treatment Plant Projects", "summary": "", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/healthcare/articles/essential-utilities-unit-secures-74-212139520.html", "source_name": "MT Newswires", "published_at": "2026-07-15T21:21:39+00:00", "published_display": "15 Jul 2026 21:21", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "US3836WAC7 Bond Profile \u2014 Key Metrics", "summary": "This article provides key metrics for the US3836WAC7 bond issued by Essential Utilities, Inc. It details the bond's coupon of 4.276% and maturity date of May 1, 2049, along with other essential information like issue date, outstanding amount, and face value. The company, Essentia", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/DUS-US3836WAC7/profile-overview/", "source_name": "TradingView", "published_at": "2026-07-14T21:39:41", "published_display": "14 Jul 2026 21:39", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "WTR5416513 Bond Profile \u2014 Key Metrics", "summary": "This article provides key metrics for the WTR5416513 bond issued by Essential Utilities, Inc. It details the bond's coupon rate of 5.3%, issue date of May 20, 2022, and maturity date of May 1, 2052. The company, Essential Utilities, Inc., is described as a holding company providi", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/FINRA-WTR5416513/profile-overview/", "source_name": "TradingView", "published_at": "2026-07-14T16:13:48", "published_display": "14 Jul 2026 16:13", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 65, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "WTR5167840 Bond Profile \u2014 Key Metrics", "summary": "This article provides key metrics for the WTR5167840 corporate bond issued by Essential Utilities, Inc. It details the bond's coupon rate, issue and maturity dates, outstanding amount, and face value. 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The report outlines distinct trading strategies (Position, Momentum Bre", "url": "https://news.stocktradersdaily.com/news_release/39/How_Essential_Utilities_Inc._WTRG_Affects_Rotational_Strategy_Timing_071026102201_1783736521.html", "source_name": "Stock Traders Daily", "published_at": "2026-07-10T22:22:00", "published_display": "10 Jul 2026 22:22", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "AWR stock holds steady as Essential Utilities stays the focus.", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivAFBVV95cUxOazBNOXhPdTFmYUpxd1lGUlc5bjNvNFk1NS0wN21TMGR2bHh0cWVXVk5oejhEOWxuYXRXUHpaTkh5LWpyaktCWEdTMjRYcU9SVGhCWE5MdkhhZEhURi00R0NORExjYVliYjJWY2NDa2pBYzNOUEF2VjM3SHQzQ2JqTGNyeVBMVzZTSy1ZMms2bURPbDA0bkhEVUYzNW0zZ29LMG5GdTMxLUpQQkVpZVFDaUtRamhEZ0RoZWh6MA?oc=5", "source_name": "ad-hoc-news.de", "published_at": "2026-07-10T18:53:54+00:00", "published_display": "10 Jul 2026 18:53", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities Is Maintained at Buy by UBS", "summary": "UBS has reiterated its Buy rating for Essential Utilities, indicating continued confidence in the company's stock performance. This maintenance of a positive rating suggests that UBS analysts see ongoing value and potential in Essential Utilities.", "url": "https://www.moomoo.com/news/post/72395709/essential-utilities-is-maintained-at-buy-by-ubs?futusource=news_newspage_recommend", "source_name": "Moomoo", "published_at": "2026-07-02T21:10:10", "published_display": "02 Jul 2026 21:10", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "analyst", "event_label": "Analyst action", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "UBS Adjusts Essential Utilities Price Target to $46 From $43, Maintains Buy Rating", "summary": "UBS has increased its price target for Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) to $46 from $43, while reiterating a \"Buy\" rating on the stock. This adjustment reflects a positive outlook for the water and natural gas utility company.", "url": "https://www.marketscreener.com/news/ubs-adjusts-essential-utilities-price-target-to-46-from-43-maintains-buy-rating-ce7f5fd3db8af321", "source_name": "marketscreener.com", "published_at": "2026-07-02T14:13:13", "published_display": "02 Jul 2026 14:13", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 67, "event_type": "analyst", "event_label": "Analyst action", "event_confidence": 61, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities: Snatch Up This Dividend Champion Now", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxPMnl3WEVZUGlGOGVkTzFtRTRFS2JYWFFseUpDUEtKT2puNjRZWlA1dGR5ZFNpaE5kZWNITHl6aEJLTjdva3o3RHI5TEVrZmc1MzZlSVVtS2JLQlY4Tlh1Ynlqcl80SHVFLVlBNF9VZVVub0I3WUoxV015bXVmZzh4S0VPb0pfY2hueVlZY21BY3lHV3JteExzMGZfT0xaZw?oc=5", "source_name": "Seeking Alpha", "published_at": "2026-06-27T07:00:00+00:00", "published_display": "27 Jun 2026 07:00", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "capital_return", "event_label": "Capital return", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Price to book forward of Essential Utilities, Inc. \u2013 BX:A2A", "summary": "This article focuses on the \"Price to book forward\" metric for Essential Utilities, Inc., which trades under the symbol BX:A2A on BX Swiss. It presents a simple financial data point without any further analysis or context beyond the metric itself. The content primarily highlights", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/BX-A2A/financials-statistics-and-ratios/price-book-fwd/", "source_name": "TradingView", "published_at": "2026-06-27T06:11:16", "published_display": "27 Jun 2026 06:11", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Enterprise value to EBITDA forward of Essential Utilities, Inc. \u2013 BX:A2A", "summary": "This article focuses on the enterprise value to EBITDA forward for Essential Utilities, Inc. (BX:A2A). It appears to be a financial data snippet from TradingView, displaying no specific values but indicating where this financial metric for the company would typically be found.", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/BX-A2A/financials-statistics-and-ratios/enterprise-value-ebitda-fwd/", "source_name": "TradingView", "published_at": "2026-06-27T03:39:56", "published_display": "27 Jun 2026 03:39", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Price to earnings forward of Essential Utilities, Inc. \u2013 NYSE:WTRG", "summary": "The article focuses on the \"Price to earnings forward\" metric for Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) as presented on TradingView. It appears to list financial data and market information related to the company within the platform's interface. The content primarily displays na", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/NYSE-WTRG/financials-statistics-and-ratios/price-earnings-fwd/", "source_name": "TradingView", "published_at": "2026-06-27T02:39:56", "published_display": "27 Jun 2026 02:39", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "earnings", "event_label": "Earnings", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities, Inc. Actuals & Estimates (NYSE:WTRG)", "summary": "This article provides an overview of Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) stock performance, analyst estimates, and key financial data. It covers historical price movements, future price forecasts from analysts, dividend information, market capitalization, and upcoming earnings", "url": "https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/NYSE-WTRG/forecast-actuals-and-estimates/", "source_name": "TradingView", "published_at": "2026-06-26T04:10:38", "published_display": "26 Jun 2026 04:10", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 60, "event_type": "earnings", "event_label": "Earnings", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities (WTRG) director granted 3,666 shares of stock", "summary": "Essential Utilities (WTRG) director Daniel J. Hilferty III was granted 3,666 shares of common stock at a value of $36.82 per share. This transaction, classified as an award, increased his direct holdings to 38,011 shares of the company\u2019s common stock. The filing has a moderate im", "url": "https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/WTRG/form-4-essential-utilities-inc-insider-trading-activity-c4d280a7314b.html", "source_name": "Stock Titan", "published_at": "2026-06-25T17:40:36", "published_display": "25 Jun 2026 17:40", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Director at Essential Utilities (WTRG) awarded 3,666 company shares", "summary": "Essential Utilities director Christopher L. Bruner was awarded 3,666 shares of company Common Stock on June 23, 2026. This compensation-related grant, valued at $36.82 per share, increased his direct holdings to 10,533 shares of WTRG stock. The transaction was reported in a Form ", "url": "https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/WTRG/form-4-essential-utilities-inc-insider-trading-activity-5d875bddfb77.html", "source_name": "Stock Titan", "published_at": "2026-06-25T08:09:34", "published_display": "25 Jun 2026 08:09", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Director at Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) receives 3,666-share stock grant", "summary": "Essential Utilities director Lewis Wilbert Bryan received a stock grant of 3,666 shares at $36.82 per share as part of his compensation. This non-market transaction increased his direct holdings to 13,999 shares, representing a modest ownership position for a board member. The gr", "url": "https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/WTRG/form-4-essential-utilities-inc-insider-trading-activity-b110790c336e.html", "source_name": "Stock Titan", "published_at": "2026-06-24T20:40:54", "published_display": "24 Jun 2026 20:40", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities (WTRG) secures Virginia approval, third state OK for merger", "summary": "Essential Utilities (WTRG) has received regulatory approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission for its merger with American Water, marking the third state approval after Kentucky and Ohio. The company is actively engaged with five other states for necessary approvals ", "url": "https://www.stocktitan.net/sec-filings/WTRG/425-essential-utilities-inc-business-combination-communication-c9dca76d2b6a.html", "source_name": "Stock Titan", "published_at": "2026-06-23T20:10:50", "published_display": "23 Jun 2026 20:10", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 63, "event_type": "deals", "event_label": "Deals and strategy", "event_confidence": 77, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "American Water, Essential Utilities receive Virginia merger approval", "summary": "American Water Works Company and Essential Utilities have received approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission for their proposed all-stock merger. This marks the third regulatory authorization for the transaction, following approvals in Kentucky and Ohio. The combine", "url": "https://m.uk.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/american-water-essential-utilities-receive-virginia-merger-approval-93CH-4738836?ampMode=1", "source_name": "Investing.com", "published_at": "2026-06-22T22:09:40", "published_display": "22 Jun 2026 22:09", "sentiment": "positive", "sentiment_pct": 71, "event_type": "deals", "event_label": "Deals and strategy", "event_confidence": 77, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Virginia Regulator Approves American Water-Essential Utilities Merger", "summary": "", "url": "https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/articles/virginia-regulator-approves-american-water-204203293.html", "source_name": "MT Newswires", "published_at": "2026-06-22T20:42:03+00:00", "published_display": "22 Jun 2026 20:42", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "deals", "event_label": "Deals and strategy", "event_confidence": 77, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "American Water and Essential Utilities Proposed Merger Progresses with Approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijwJBVV95cUxQU3lidnlaNE9CbGtVd2g1Q1kteldnckNSUW9fcFV6MThheUxsX1F4a0RPbERVTHVXaVhzTWFlVWxfMDJHNW9rSU5SeG1fLXl3RVEwZF9FSWo2bDFRckc3WHZ2U09HNnpFRFJkVlhzNEhXcHlvTlBlNmxZZlV0OVc2WFVBR1JDZVFpV3VFRXlJQlZkOEpIRXczbjVHRW51Zk12Q01JR05FcEExY2tlekZzczQ2YzZUNk5ncGNwMS1nQzFUSTJReGVlLWlGR3ExNnQ2R2U0c0Z6ZzczcUxmLXNqOVlaQzhkRE5YZ3JKLWNVcWxkOVZSV1hZRklmNS1tWVBqZFNWTC1qMEJrVm9YX1ZR?oc=5", "source_name": "PR Newswire", "published_at": "2026-06-22T07:00:00+00:00", "published_display": "22 Jun 2026 07:00", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "deals", "event_label": "Deals and strategy", "event_confidence": 77, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities (WTRG) Stock Could Be 10% Undervalued As Institutional Support Builds", "summary": "", "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMi0wFBVV95cUxPeUNqVm5mQ0pVbVlHejF5ZTNUa2ZQbnVVVjhFRUFfRnFtLTNUSk1xNTBYLWo0OWpiMzV0S1cxcXE5bzhpbDVUZFRRak9zM1dmUERnRjFROWo0MXZ2S19ra08yQ25NS1huWWRjRjJ3SE1adFB4Ml9YdGJIUTEwTVBZV0taRVo0djlveWdfUldJQ2lHazlNeHd3bnVZZ28wMC03TEZINmNWR09ONXQ5MXJjOGZQTkNtV1h2MEpTX3dmVV8za2JxSndJUjBaUHhRSjNIUE1r0gHYAUFVX3lxTE51dnJWaUlkanNvU3p0c0xuSjRTTHc1LTkzUVJiSmtxOGlUT2ZsMW9LSnFhZkcySm5PZjdxMlBodjg5R29veUM5YlcyOHlRb1hpUnppektPWmZ6ay1EQkZnT0xlMTIyZEE5YWdwdUdGNTBuNGFMX3JRZ1NrSXZuOUdJWVdmX0o5MXAyZmtsZUw0UllWQ1NCcV9BbXZJWkJCZmNROE1HSFlmMTNaV1pUMnEwMk1RbjEyT0wyUmN0SWFOcFY5RENjY3NPS3IweTJNXzdGbEZWZ0lqOQ?oc=5", "source_name": "simplywall.st", "published_at": "2026-06-22T07:00:00+00:00", "published_display": "22 Jun 2026 07:00", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "general", "event_label": "Market update", "event_confidence": 35, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Did Rising Institutional Ownership and Mixed Forecasts Just Reframe Essential Utilities' (WTRG) Infrastructure Story?", "summary": "Essential Utilities (WTRG) recently reported an earnings forecast score of 6.57 and hold ratings from analysts, with an average price target of US$43.00. Despite this, institutional ownership has surged to 81.57%, with ETHSX significantly increasing its stake, suggesting growing ", "url": "https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/utilities/nyse-wtrg/essential-utilities/news/did-rising-institutional-ownership-and-mixed-forecasts-just", "source_name": "Simply Wall Street", "published_at": "2026-06-20T03:09:19", "published_display": "20 Jun 2026 03:09", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "earnings", "event_label": "Earnings", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) Dividends & Stock Splits: Historical Payouts and Event Timeline", "summary": "This article provides a detailed timeline of historical and upcoming dividend payouts for Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG), noting that the company has distributed $1.21 billion in dividends over the past five years. 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All of the company's reporte", "url": "https://www.tradingkey.com/markets/stocks/nasdaq-wtrg/revenue", "source_name": "TradingKey", "published_at": "2026-06-18T10:09:09", "published_display": "18 Jun 2026 10:09", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "earnings", "event_label": "Earnings", "event_confidence": 61, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) Valuation: PE, PB & Fair Value Analysis", "summary": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) has a current valuation score of 5.97, placing it 10th out of 14 in the Water & Related Utilities industry. The company's P/E ratio is 18.70, which is significantly below its recent high but above its recent low. 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Despite this, institutional ownership has surged to 81.57%, with ETHSX significantly increasing its stake, suggesting growing ", "url": "https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/utilities/nyse-wtrg/essential-utilities/news/did-rising-institutional-ownership-and-mixed-forecasts-just", "source_name": "Simply Wall Street", "published_at": "2026-06-20T03:09:19", "published_display": "20 Jun 2026 03:09", "sentiment": "neutral", "sentiment_pct": 50, "event_type": "earnings", "event_label": "Earnings", "event_confidence": 53, "tier": "direct", "tier_label": "Direct company coverage"}, {"title": "Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) Dividends & Stock Splits: Historical Payouts and Event Timeline", "summary": "This article provides a detailed timeline of historical and upcoming dividend payouts for Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG), noting that the company has distributed $1.21 billion in dividends over the past five years. 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