Essential Utilities Stock

Essential Utilities Dividend per Share

The Dividend per Share of Essential Utilities (WTRG) as of Aug 4, 2026 is 1.34 USD. In the previous year, Dividend per Share was 1.27 USD — a change of 5.61% (higher).

Dividend per Share

1.34USD

YoY

5.61%

Last updated:

Dividend per Share of Essential Utilities is 2026 1.34 USD. Dividend per Share of Essential Utilities was 2025 1.27 USD. It decreases by 5.61% higher compared to the previous year.

Essential Utilities currently offers a dividend yield of about 3.35%. The payout ratio is around 61% of earnings. The dividend has grown at 6.0% per year over the past 19 years.

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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

Dividend per Share of Essential Utilities is 1.34 USD in 2026.

Dividend per Share of Essential Utilities changed from 1.27 USD to 1.34 USD, representing a 5.61% change. The value is higher than the previous year.

On Eulerpool you can find the complete historical development of Dividend per Share Essential Utilities since 2006 – with annual values, charts, and detailed analysis.

Dividend per share is the total dividend payment divided by shares outstanding. It shows how much cash each share receives in dividends.

Dividend per Share's USD is a key factor for investors. Changes in this metric can signal improving or deteriorating fundamentals, directly impacting the stock price. On Eulerpool, you can track Dividend per Share's Essential Utilities historically and in real time.

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