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Aurora Investment Counsel Acquires New Shares in Essential Utilities Inc. $WTRG

Aurora Investment Counsel Acquires New Shares in Essential Utilities Inc. $WTRG

Aurora Investment Counsel acquired a new position in Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) in the second quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor acquired 68,633 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $2,629,000. Essential Utilities makes up approximately 1.4% of Aurora Investment

Aug 19, 2026 11:18 PM defenseworld.net
Essential Utilities Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Essential Utilities Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) reported second-quarter 2026 GAAP earnings of $0.37 per share, compared with $0.38 per share in the prior-year quarter, as higher regulatory recoveries and water volumes were offset by lower gas volumes, increased operating expenses, depreciation and interest costs. Excluding approximately $0.01 per share of merger-related expenses, the company reported adjusted non-GAAP earnings

Aug 11, 2026 12:03 AM defenseworld.net
Before You Dig a Hole, Make 811 Your Goal: Essential Utilities Recognizes 811 Day and the Importance of Safe Digging

Before You Dig a Hole, Make 811 Your Goal: Essential Utilities Recognizes 811 Day and the Importance of Safe Digging

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #811--With construction season at its summertime peak, Essential Utilities and its subsidiaries, Aqua Water and Peoples Natural Gas, urge customers and contractors to recognize 811 Day and take great care with all digging and excavation practices. Tuesday, August 11 (8-11) brings a clear reminder of the importance of a simple and safety-first call to 811, the national number to report projects involving excavation and request utilities like Peoples and Aqua mark nearb.

Aug 10, 2026 02:00 AM businesswire.com
Essential Utilities Reports Q2 2026 Results

Essential Utilities Reports Q2 2026 Results

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. Company Highlights “Our commitment to operational efficiency, proactive cost optimization, and value driven customer experience investments underpins our confidence in driving strong performance for 2026. While our organization transitions towards the targeted Q1 2027 merger with American Water, we remain steadfast in our commitment to driving peak operationa.

Aug 04, 2026 12:30 PM businesswire.com
Essential Utilities Recognizes National Water Quality Month and Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting and Providing Earth's Most Precious Resource

Essential Utilities Recognizes National Water Quality Month and Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting and Providing Earth's Most Precious Resource

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG), one of the nation's largest publicly traded providers of water, wastewater and natural gas services, proudly recognizes Water Quality Month this August. Established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2005, the annual observance highlights the vital importance of clean, safe water to public health, thriving communities and a sustainable environment. “Water is one of our planet's most vital natural resources, and.

Aug 03, 2026 03:00 AM businesswire.com
Essential Utilities Announces Dividend Increase

Essential Utilities Announces Dividend Increase

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The board of directors of Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3606 per share, an increase of 5.25%, payable September 1, 2026, to all shareholders of record on August 11, 2026. Essential Utilities has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends for over 80 years and has increased the dividend 36 times in the last 35 years. About Essential Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) delivers safe, clean, reliable service.

Jul 29, 2026 02:03 PM businesswire.com
Essential Utilities Expands Sure Splash Program, Promotes Safety Around Water with Nonprofit Partners

Essential Utilities Expands Sure Splash Program, Promotes Safety Around Water with Nonprofit Partners

BRYN MAWR, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) is making a splash when it comes to safety in and around water this summer. Today, the company announced it invested $118,500 in 13 community-based water safety programs. These donations, funded through the company's Essential Foundation and its expanded Sure Splash initiative, play a critical role in ensuring families enjoy water resources safely this summer. An unfortunate reality, drowning is one of the leading preventab.

Jul 21, 2026 03:00 AM businesswire.com

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