WTRG - Earnings announcements

Affirms Financial and Growth Guidance GAAP Earnings of $0.79 per share for Q1 2026 and adjusted earnings per share of $0.83 (non-GAAP); Q1 2026 non-GAAP results exclude $0.04 of transaction costs associated with the pending merger with American Water Affirms anticipated growth in earnings per share at a compound annual growth rate of 5 to 7% Invested $269 million in infrastructure in the first three months of the year; on track to invest $1.7 billion in 2026 Received order from Kentucky Public Service Commission approving merger with American Water Closed on $18 million purchase of the Greenville Municipal Water Authority in Mercer County, PA Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE

Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for quarter ended March 31, 2026, prior to market opening on May 7, 2026. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on May 7, 2026, at 11 a.m. Eastern 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 for seven days following the call. To access the audio replay in the U.S., dial (833) 461-5787 toll-

Earnings per share increases to $2.20 for Full Year 2025 Record $1.4 billion invested in infrastructure during the year Shareholder approval secured for announced merger with American Water Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31st, 2025. Essential's net income was $616.4 million or $2.20 per share for the full year of 2025, compared to net income of $595.3 million and $2.17 per share for the prior year. The full year 2024 net income and earnings per share included the benefit of a gain on sale related to the sale of the Pittsburgh area energy projects, as well as extreme weather and associated tax impacts.

Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the full year 2025 following market close on February 25, 2026. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on February 26, 2026, at 11 a.m. Eastern 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 for seven days following the call. To access the audio replay in the U.S., dial (800) 770-2030 toll-

Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, following market close on November 4, 2025. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on November 5, 2025, at 11 a.m. Eastern 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. Chris Franklin, Chief Executive Officer, and Dan Schuller, Chief Financial Officer, will host the conference call. There will be a question & answer session as part of the call. About Essential Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable

Earnings per share of $0.38 for Q2 2025 vs. $0.28 for Q2 2024 For 2025, expect to achieve GAAP earnings per share above guidance range of $2.07-$2.11 due to non-recurring benefits; reaffirm long-term targets Increased quarterly dividend 5.25% Invested $613 million in the first half of the year; on track to invest over $1.4 billion in infrastructure in 2025 Closed on acquisition of suburban Pittsburgh area City of Beaver Falls Wastewater System Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Essential's net income of $107.8 million or $0.38 per share for the second quarter of 2025 compared favorably to $75.4 million or $

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, following market close on July 31, 2025. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on August 1, 2025, 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. Chris Franklin, Chief Executive Officer, and Dan Schuller, Chief Financial Officer, will host the conference call. There will be a question & answer session as part of the call. About Essential Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliab

Earnings per share of $1.03 for Q1 2025 vs. $0.97 for Q1 2024 2025 earnings per share guidance range of $2.07 to $2.11 affirmed Long-term targets also affirmed Invested $270.5 million in the first three months of the year; on track to invest $1.4 to $1.5 Billion in infrastructure in 2025 Closed on acquisition of utility assets from the Village of Midvale, OH 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 y

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, prior to market opening on May 12, 2025. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on May 12, 2025, 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. Chris Franklin, Chief Executive Officer, and Dan Schuller, Chief Financial Officer, will host the conference call. The call will include a discussion of the First Quarter 2025 results. There will be a question & answer session as part of the call. About Essential Es

Earnings per share increases 17% to $2.17 for Full Year 2024 (GAAP) Excluding one-time items and weather-related items, adjusted earnings per share of $1.97 (Non-GAAP) Company affirms 2025 EPS guidance of $2.07 - $2.11 and multi-year earnings guidance of 5-7% from $1.97 (Non-GAAP) PA PUC Approved Settlement for Aqua Pennsylvania rate case Recently closed Greenville Wastewater Acquisition in Pennsylvania Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. Essential's net income was $184.8 million or $0.67 per share for the fourth quarter of 2024, compared to $0.50 per share for the same period in 2023, an incre

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

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

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

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

Earnings per share of $1.86 for 2023, compared to 2022 earnings of $1.77 Record infrastructure investments of $1.19 billion Acquired seven systems, adding over $44 million in rate base and 11,000 customers Initiating 2024 annual earnings per share guidance range of $1.96 to $2.00 Initiating capital investment guidance of $7.2 billion from 2024 through 2028 Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023. Essential's net income of $498.2 million or $1.86 per share for 2023 compared favorably to $465.2 million or $1.77 per share reported for 2022. "Despite the winter weather that was significantly warmer than norm

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter and 2023 year end, and announce guidance, following market close on Feb. 22, 2024. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Friday, Feb. 23, 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 for 90 days following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on Feb. 23, 2024, for 10 busin

Earnings per share of $0.30 Reaffirms annual guidance Publishes 2022 ESG report, highlighting strong progress on commitments and targets Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023. "We are pleased with the strong execution and financial performance in the third quarter of the year, and we remain on track to meet our 2023 guidance," said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "Our proven track record of capital investment and operational excellence has positioned us as an industry leading water, wastewater, and natural gas utility, and our commitment to the environment, our employees a

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended September 30, 2023 following market close on Nov. 6, 2023. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, 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 for 90 days following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on Nov. 7, 2023, for 10 business days following

Earnings per share of $0.34 Company increases quarterly dividend rate by 7% Acquires seven water and wastewater systems Reaffirms annual guidance Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. "We are pleased to report strong results for the first half of the year. Despite the weather challenges early in the year, we continue our track record of delivering strong financial results through significant and continuous investment in improvements for our customers, supplemented by a steady stream of acquisition of water and wastewater utilities," said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "As an

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today announced lower common equity needs for 2023. The Company now expects to issue, subject to market conditions, approximately $300 million of common stock in 2023, in addition to the equity previously raised through the company's at the market (ATM) program. This equity is to achieve the Company's 2023 capital investment plans and support signed acquisitions in its municipal acquisition program. The company expects to utilize the ATM for a significant portion of the approximately $300 million in new equity. This estimate supersedes the Company's previously announced expectation to issue $500 million in equity and/or equity-linked securities in 2023.

Earnings per share of $0.72; Company reaffirms annual guidance Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. "We remain on track to meet our full year earnings per share guidance despite the unusually warm weather in our natural gas footprint in addition to continued elevated inflation and rising interest rates in the first quarter. Despite the inflationary headwinds, our heightened focus reduced overall operating and maintenance expenses in the first quarter," said Essential Utilities Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. Operating Results Essential's operating results were impacted meaningfully by decre

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2023 following market close on May 8, 2023. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, 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 9, 2023, for 10 business days following the call

Earnings per share of $1.77 for the year; 6% earnings growth over 2021 Record infrastructure investments of $1.06 billion Closed three acquisitions, adding $120 million in rate base and over 23,000 customers Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today reported results for the fourth quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2022. "During a year that included rising interest rates, inflation and supply chain challenges, we upheld our long tradition of operational excellence, strong growth, and record investment in infrastructure, leading to improved quality, safety, and reliability for the communities we serve," said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "We are also

Reaffirms 2022 annual earnings per share guidance range of $1.75 to $1.80 Announces 2023 annual earnings per share guidance range of $1.85 to $1.90 Infrastructure investments of $3.3 billion through 2025 Reaffirms multiyear ESG commitments Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today announces earnings guidance, 3-year rate base guidance, 3-year infrastructure investment plans, and reaffirmation of ESG commitments. "Our continued focus on operational excellence while growing our business through acquisition and capital investment has provided benefits to both customers and shareholders. This focus along with our dedication to sustainable business practices allows us to deliver critical reso

Earns $0.26 earnings per share Reaffirms 2022 earnings per share guidance of $1.75 to $1.80 Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG), today reported results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2022. "We are pleased to have delivered solid financial results for the third quarter of the year," said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "In this period of economic headwinds, our focus on the fundamentals of operations, infrastructure improvement and service-related priorities have provided benefits to customers and shareholders. During this inflationary period, we have sharpened our emphasis on cost control and rate affordability while delivering improved earnin

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2022 before the market opens on Nov. 7, 2022. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022 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 for 90 days following the call. Additionally, the call will be recorded and made available for replay at 2 p.m. on Nov. 7, 2022 for 10 business days following the cal

Earns $0.31 earnings per share; reaffirms annual earnings guidance Increases quarterly dividend rate by 7% Publishes 2021 ESG Reporting Update Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG), today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. "We are pleased with the execution of our infrastructure investment plan and our municipal acquisition plan this quarter. Our work is yielding strong results for both customers and shareholders. The board has demonstrated their continued confidence in our plan by increasing the quarterly dividend. Our work continues to produce solid financial performance for the first half of the year, with the expectation that we will meet the 5-7% earnings gro

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 following market close on Aug. 3, 2022. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022 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 Aug. 4, 2022 for 10 business days following the cal

Earnings per share growth of 5.6%; reaffirms annual earnings guidance Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG), today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. "We delivered strong financial results for the first quarter of the year and will continue to make significant investments in infrastructure throughout the year, while remaining dedicated to providing high quality, essential utility services for our customers," said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "I am especially proud of our entire team for operating the company with excellence while adhering to industry leading ESG standards throughout our company's footprint. Beyond operating

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 before the market opens on May 9, 2022. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Monday, May 9, 2022 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 9, 2022 for 10 business days following the call.

$1.67 earnings per share for the year $471 million in signed municipal acquisition agreements $1 billion record investment in infrastructure improvements Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG), today reported results for the fourth quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2021. "2021 was our first full year as Essential Utilities, during which we continued to build on our 135-plus-year legacy. We are pleased to report another year of operational excellence, strong growth, and record investment in infrastructure," said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "These accomplishments along with reporting financial results in line with expectations during a year filled with

2022 annual earnings per share guidance range of $1.75 to $1.80 Infrastructure investments of $3 billion through 2024 Reaffirms multiyear ESG commitments Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) today announces guidance, including earnings expectations, 3-year infrastructure investment plans, and reaffirmation of company's ESG commitments. 2022 Essential Financial and Growth Guidance Essential continues to monitor the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on its customers, employees and the business and will update guidance impacts from the pandemic in the future if needed. This guidance is based on the inclusion of signed water and wastewater acquisitions but does not factor in the impact of t

$468 Million in signed municipal acquisition agreements Announces first Pittsburgh area municipal wastewater acquisition Reaffirms 2021 earnings per share guidance of $1.64 to $1.69 Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) ("Essential"), today reported results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2021. Operating Results Essential reported net income of $50.5 million for the third quarter of 2021, compared to $55.7 million reported for the same quarter in 2020. Earnings per share were $0.19 for the quarter. Increased rates and surcharges and third quarter 2020 rate credits were offset by operations and maintenance expense and decreased volume in both the regulated water segment and the reg

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) expects to report earnings for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2021 before the market opens on Nov. 1, 2021. The company's conference call with financial analysts will take place on Monday, Nov. 1, 2021 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 Nov. 1, 2021 for 10 business days following the cal

Earns $0.32 earnings per share; reaffirms annual earnings guidance Publishes 2020 ESG report Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) ("Essential"), today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021. "We delivered strong earnings in the first half of the year while continuing to provide essential services across our 10-state footprint," said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. "We remain focused on our mission as we continue to make significant investments in infrastructure and remain confident in our ability to reaffirm our 2021 earnings guidance range of $1.64 to $1.69 per share." Operating Results Essential reported net income of $80.9 mi

Earns $0.72 earnings per share; reaffirms annual earnings guidance Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) ("Essential"), today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021. "We are pleased with our strong financial results for the first quarter of the year as we mark our one-year anniversary as Essential. As we move forward in 2021, we are reminded that it is the dedication to our mission of providing essential natural resources that has allowed us to become a 135-year-old company that has been on the New York Stock Exchange for 50 years," said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. Operating Results Year over year comparisons were impacted by t

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG), today reported results for the fourth quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2020. “2020 marks another remarkable year in our company’s history. We changed our name, acquired Peoples, reported another year of operational excellence and strong growth and invested a record amount in infrastructure,” said Essential Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Christopher Franklin. “These accomplishments during a year filled with so many challenges are what allowed us to remain strong and dedicated to our mission of providing essential natural resources to our customers.” “As we look to 2021, I am confident that we have positi