Essential Utilities Inc (NYSE:WTRG) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
Essential Utilities Inc (NYSE:WTRG) has a market capitalization of $11.36 Billion ($11.36 Billion) as of September 15, 2026. Listed on the NYSE stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #2036 globally and #764 in its home market, demonstrating a 0.14% increase in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying Essential Utilities Inc's stock price $41.61 by its total outstanding shares 283778605 (283.78 Million). Also see WTRG current and non-current assets for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
Essential Utilities Inc Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
Essential Utilities Inc's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $6.75 Billion to $11.81 Billion (5.71% CAGR). Also see cash flow conversion of Essential Utilities Inc for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Index Memberships
Essential Utilities Inc is a constituent of 1 market index:
| Index | Total Market Cap | Weight (%) | Rank by Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
|
S&P Midcap 400
MID
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$3.42 Trillion | 0.39% | #93 of 401 |
Weight: Essential Utilities Inc's market cap as a percentage of total index value. Rank: Position among all constituents by market cap.
Essential Utilities Inc Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how Essential Utilities Inc's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Check Essential Utilities Inc share price for real-time trading data and today's change.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
4.40x
Essential Utilities Inc's market cap is 4.40 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
17.66x
Essential Utilities Inc's market cap is 17.66 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $6.97 Billion | $819.88 Million | $234.18 Million | 8.50x | 29.76x |
| 2017 | $9.32 Billion | $809.52 Million | $239.74 Million | 11.52x | 38.89x |
| 2018 | $8.33 Billion | $838.09 Million | $191.99 Million | 9.94x | 43.38x |
| 2019 | $11.70 Billion | $889.69 Million | $224.54 Million | 13.15x | 52.09x |
| 2020 | $12.04 Billion | $1.46 Billion | $284.85 Million | 8.23x | 42.26x |
| 2021 | $13.97 Billion | $1.88 Billion | $431.61 Million | 7.44x | 32.37x |
| 2022 | $12.72 Billion | $2.29 Billion | $465.24 Million | 5.56x | 27.34x |
| 2023 | $10.25 Billion | $2.05 Billion | $498.23 Million | 4.99x | 20.58x |
| 2024 | $10.31 Billion | $2.09 Billion | $595.31 Million | 4.94x | 17.31x |
| 2025 | $10.89 Billion | $2.47 Billion | $616.37 Million | 4.40x | 17.66x |
Competitor Companies of WTRG by Market Capitalization
Companies near Essential Utilities Inc in the global market cap rankings as of September 15, 2026. Review Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) tangible net worth to assess the quality of the company's equity after excluding intangible assets.
Key companies related to Essential Utilities Inc by market ranking:
- American Water Works (NYSE:AWK): Ranked #1008 globally with a market cap of $26.81 Billion USD.
- American Water Works Company Inc. (F:AWC): Ranked #1244 globally with a market cap of $20.87 Billion USD ( €17.85 Billion EUR).
- UNITED UTILITIES GP ADR/2 (F:UUEA): Ranked #2327 globally with a market cap of $9.46 Billion USD ( €8.09 Billion EUR).
- GUANGDONG INV.UNSP.ADR/50 (F:GUG0): Ranked #3352 globally with a market cap of $5.51 Billion USD ( €4.71 Billion EUR).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1008 | American Water Works | NYSE:AWK | $26.81 Billion | $138.92 |
| #1244 | American Water Works Company Inc. | F:AWC | $20.87 Billion | €119.10 |
| #2327 | UNITED UTILITIES GP ADR/2 | F:UUEA | $9.46 Billion | €30.20 |
| #3352 | GUANGDONG INV.UNSP.ADR/50 | F:GUG0 | $5.51 Billion | €42.80 |
Essential Utilities Inc Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, Essential Utilities Inc's market cap moved from $6.75 Billion to $ 11.81 Billion, with a yearly change of 5.71%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11.81 Billion | +8.47% |
| 2025 | $10.89 Billion | +5.62% |
| 2024 | $10.31 Billion | +0.52% |
| 2023 | $10.25 Billion | -19.40% |
| 2022 | $12.72 Billion | -8.94% |
| 2021 | $13.97 Billion | +16.05% |
| 2020 | $12.04 Billion | +2.92% |
| 2019 | $11.70 Billion | +40.43% |
| 2018 | $8.33 Billion | -10.66% |
| 2017 | $9.32 Billion | +33.77% |
| 2016 | $6.97 Billion | +3.22% |
| 2015 | $6.75 Billion | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Sep 15th, 2026 the market cap of Essential Utilities Inc was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $11.36 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $11.36 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $11.36 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $11.36 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $11.36 Billion USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
About Essential Utilities Inc
Essential Utilities, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, and natural gas services in the United States. The company operates through Regulated Water; and Regulated Natural Gas segments. It also provides utility service line protection solutions and repair services to households; gas marketing and production activities; and natural gas distr… Read more