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 $10.77 Billion ($10.77 Billion) as of May 2, 2026. Listed on the NYSE stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #2123 globally and #773 in its home market, demonstrating a -5.70% decrease 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 $38.03 by its total outstanding shares 283082809 (283.08 Million). Analyse Essential Utilities Inc operating cash flow efficiency to see how efficiently the company converts income to cash.
Essential Utilities Inc Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
Essential Utilities Inc's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $6.74 Billion to $10.77 Billion (5.02% CAGR).
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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$3.36 Trillion | 0.39% | #101 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.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
4.93x
Essential Utilities Inc's market cap is 4.93 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
17.27x
Essential Utilities Inc's market cap is 17.27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $6.74 Billion | $814.20 Million | $201.79 Million | 8.27x | 33.38x |
| 2016 | $6.95 Billion | $819.88 Million | $234.18 Million | 8.48x | 29.69x |
| 2017 | $9.30 Billion | $809.52 Million | $239.74 Million | 11.49x | 38.79x |
| 2018 | $8.31 Billion | $838.09 Million | $191.99 Million | 9.91x | 43.28x |
| 2019 | $11.67 Billion | $889.69 Million | $224.54 Million | 13.11x | 51.96x |
| 2020 | $12.01 Billion | $1.46 Billion | $284.85 Million | 8.21x | 42.16x |
| 2021 | $13.94 Billion | $1.88 Billion | $431.61 Million | 7.42x | 32.29x |
| 2022 | $12.69 Billion | $2.29 Billion | $465.24 Million | 5.55x | 27.28x |
| 2023 | $10.23 Billion | $2.05 Billion | $498.23 Million | 4.98x | 20.53x |
| 2024 | $10.28 Billion | $2.09 Billion | $595.31 Million | 4.93x | 17.27x |
Competitor Companies of WTRG by Market Capitalization
Companies near Essential Utilities Inc in the global market cap rankings as of May 2, 2026.
Key companies related to Essential Utilities Inc by market ranking:
- American Water Works (NYSE:AWK): Ranked #1043 globally with a market cap of $24.86 Billion USD.
- American Water Works Company Inc. (F:AWC): Ranked #1153 globally with a market cap of $22.06 Billion USD ( €18.87 Billion EUR).
- UNITED UTILITIES GP ADR/2 (F:UUEA): Ranked #2322 globally with a market cap of $9.46 Billion USD ( €8.09 Billion EUR).
- GUANGDONG INV.UNSP.ADR/50 (F:GUG0): Ranked #3357 globally with a market cap of $5.51 Billion USD ( €4.71 Billion EUR).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1043 | American Water Works | NYSE:AWK | $24.86 Billion | $127.38 |
| #1153 | American Water Works Company Inc. | F:AWC | $22.06 Billion | €113.15 |
| #2322 | UNITED UTILITIES GP ADR/2 | F:UUEA | $9.46 Billion | €30.20 |
| #3357 | 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 $6.74 Billion to $ 10.77 Billion, with a yearly change of 5.02%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10.77 Billion | -0.86% |
| 2025 | $10.86 Billion | +5.62% |
| 2024 | $10.28 Billion | +0.52% |
| 2023 | $10.23 Billion | -19.40% |
| 2022 | $12.69 Billion | -8.94% |
| 2021 | $13.94 Billion | +16.05% |
| 2020 | $12.01 Billion | +2.92% |
| 2019 | $11.67 Billion | +40.43% |
| 2018 | $8.31 Billion | -10.66% |
| 2017 | $9.30 Billion | +33.77% |
| 2016 | $6.95 Billion | +3.22% |
| 2015 | $6.74 Billion | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On May 2nd, 2026 the market cap of Essential Utilities Inc was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $10.77 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $10.77 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $10.77 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $10.77 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $10.77 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. It operates through Regulated Water; and Regulated Natural Gas segments. The company offers water services through operating and maintenance contracts with municipal authorities and other parties. It also provides utility service line pro… Read more