Essential Utilities

Essential Utilities CapEx/OCF

The CapEx to Operating Cash Flow Ratio of Essential Utilities (WTRG) as of Nov 6, 2026 is 141.52 %. In the previous year, CapEx to Operating Cash Flow Ratio was 172.62 % — a change of -18.02% (lower).

CapEx/OCF

141.52 %

YoY

-18.02%

Last updated:

CapEx to Operating Cash Flow Ratio of Essential Utilities is 2025 141.52 % . CapEx to Operating Cash Flow Ratio of Essential Utilities was 2024 172.62 % . It decreases by -18.02% lower compared to the previous year.

The Essential Utilities CapEx/OCF history

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CapEx/OCF
Date
CapEx/OCF
Jan 1, 2018
134.52 USD
Jan 1, 2019
162.55 USD
Jan 1, 2020
164.49 USD
Jan 1, 2021
158.30 USD
Jan 1, 2022
177.04 USD
Jan 1, 2023
128.44 USD
Jan 1, 2024
172.62 USD
Jan 1, 2025
141.52 USD
The Essential Utilities CapEx/OCF history
YEARCapEx/OCFYoY
141.52 %-18.02%
172.62 %+34.40%
128.44 %-27.45%
177.04 %+11.84%
158.30 %-3.76%
164.49 %+1.19%
162.55 %+20.84%
134.52 %+7.29%
125.38 %+29.57%
96.77 %-1.61%
98.35 %+8.88%
90.33 %—

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Essential Utilities Stock analysis

What does Essential Utilities do? Essential Utilities Inc is an American company that specializes in providing essential services in the water supply and gas delivery sectors. It operates primarily through its two divisions, Aqua America and Peoples Natural Gas. Aqua America is one of the largest public water suppliers in the US, serving approximately 3 million people in 13 states. Peoples Natural Gas delivers gas to households and businesses in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky. Essential Utilities Inc aims to provide reliable and sustainable services while also promoting environmental responsibility. In 2020, it announced plans to expand its water business in Latin America through a joint venture with Chilean holding company Aguas Chañar. Overall, the company has a long history and offers a range of products and services to meet the needs of its customers. Essential Utilities is one of the most popular companies on Eulerpool.

Frequently Asked Questions about Essential Utilities stock

CapEx to Operating Cash Flow Ratio of Essential Utilities is 141.52 % in 2025.

CapEx to Operating Cash Flow Ratio of Essential Utilities changed from 172.62 % to 141.52 %, representing a -18.02% change. The value is lower than the previous year.

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The CapEx/OCF ratio shows what percentage of operating cash flow is reinvested in capital assets. Lower ratios indicate more free cash available for shareholders.

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