Essential Utilities Stock

Essential Utilities EV/EBIT

The EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Essential Utilities (WTRG) as of Aug 2, 2026 is 12.80. In the previous year, EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) was 15.56 — a change of -17.73% (lower).

EV/EBIT

12.80

YoY

-17.73%

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EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Essential Utilities is 2026 12.80 . EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Essential Utilities was 2025 15.56 . It decreases by -17.73% lower compared to the previous year.

The Essential Utilities EV/EBIT history

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PRICE-TO-EBIT
Date
PRICE-TO-EBIT
Jan 1, 2019
31.59 base
Jan 1, 2020
27.72 base
Jan 1, 2021
23.36 base
Jan 1, 2022
19.01 base
Jan 1, 2023
14.76 base
Jan 1, 2024
13.19 base
Jan 1, 2025
11.81 base
Jan 1, 2026 (e)
12.29 base
YEARPRICE-TO-EBIT
2026 est 12.29
2025 11.81
2024 13.19
2023 14.76
2022 19.01
2021 23.36
2020 27.72
2019 31.59
2018 18.16
2017 19.66
2016 14.69
2015 14.72
2014 13.16
2013 11.82
2012 9.31
2011 8.74
2010 9.32
2009 7.48
2008 8.83
2007 9.05
2006 9.90
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Essential Utilities Valuation

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Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E)

The P/E ratio divides Essential Utilities's share price by its earnings per share. It tells you how many years of current earnings you are "paying for" when you buy the stock. A P/E of 20 means you pay $20 for every $1 of annual earnings. The S&P 500 historically trades at an average P/E of roughly 15–17. A P/E significantly above that may signal high growth expectations; one below may indicate undervaluation — or declining business quality.

Price-to-Sales Ratio (P/S)

The P/S ratio divides market capitalization by total revenue. Unlike the P/E ratio, it works even for companies that are not yet profitable, making it essential for evaluating high-growth firms. A P/S below 1.0 may indicate undervaluation, while ratios above 10 are typically reserved for fast-growing tech or SaaS companies with high expected future margins.

Price-to-EBIT Ratio

This ratio relates Essential Utilities's market price to its operating earnings, excluding the effects of debt structure and tax jurisdiction. It is particularly useful for comparing companies across different countries or with different levels of leverage, because it focuses purely on operational profitability. Lower values suggest cheaper operational earnings.

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This chart plots Essential Utilities's valuation multiples over time. Compare the current P/E, P/S, and P/EBIT to their own historical averages — if the current ratio is well below the multi-year average, the stock may be relatively cheap compared to its own track record. Combine this with industry comparisons: a P/E that looks high in absolute terms may be justified if Essential Utilities grows earnings faster than its peers.

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.

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EV/EBIT (Enterprise Value to EBIT) of Essential Utilities is 12.80 in 2026.

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