Essential (WTRG) news

Essential Utilities QTR div 36.06c / shr, prior 34.26c regular

Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) has declared a quarterly dividend of 36.06 cents per share for the second quarter of 2026, marking an increase from the previous regular dividend of 34.26 cents per share. The company, which operates under the Aqua and Peoples brands and provides water, wastewater,…

American Water - Virginia State Corporation Commission approves American Water and Essential Utilities merger

American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) and Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) have received approval for their proposed merger from the Virginia State Corporation Commission, marking a significant regulatory milestone . This follows the Kentucky Public Service Commission approval . The…

American Water & Essential Utilities proposed merger progresses

American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) and Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) continue to make progress toward completing their proposed all-stock merger, which was announced on October 27, 2025 . The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) recently approved the transaction, marking…

UBS raises to buy from neutral for Basic

UBS has upgraded its rating for Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) to "Buy" from "Neutral," setting a price target of $43.00 . The upgrade follows the firm’s positive outlook on the company’s pending merger with American Water Works (AWK), which is expected to close by the first quarter of 2027.…

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