Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) - Total Assets

Latest as of September 2025: $18.89 Billion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, Essential Utilities Inc (WTRG) holds total assets worth $18.89 Billion USD as of September 2025. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. See net assets of Essential Utilities Inc for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.

Essential Utilities Inc - Total Assets Trend (1994–2024)

This chart illustrates how Essential Utilities Inc's total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data.

Essential Utilities Inc - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2024)

Essential Utilities Inc's total assets of $18.89 Billion consist of 2.7% current assets and 97.3% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (USD) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $0.00 0.1%
Accounts Receivable $308.83 Million 1.7%
Inventory $93.93 Million 0.5%
Property, Plant & Equipment $0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets $3.27 Million 0.0%
Goodwill $2.34 Billion 13.0%

Asset Composition Trend (1994–2024)

This chart illustrates how Essential Utilities Inc's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see WTRG market cap overview.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Essential Utilities Inc's current assets represent 2.7% of total assets in 2024, a decrease from 4.6% in 1994.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 0.1% of total assets in 2024, up from -0.1% in 1994.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 12.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 1994.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is goodwill at 13.0% of total assets.

Essential Utilities Inc Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Essential Utilities Inc based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Jiangsu United Water Technology Co. Ltd. Cl A
SHG:603291
China CN¥3.78 Billion
Road Environment Technology Co. Ltd. A
SHG:688156
China CN¥1.69 Billion
Duxton Water Ltd
AU:D2O
Australia AU$234.21 Million
Clean TEQ Water Ltd
AU:CNQ
Australia AU$16.94 Million
Rubicon Water Ltd
AU:RWL
Australia AU$103.94 Million
Ekopak BV
BR:EKOP
Belgium €160.11 Million
Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo - SABESP
SA:SBSP3
Brazil R$95.99 Billion
Companhia de Saneamento de Minas Gerais
SA:CSMG3
Brazil R$17.74 Billion

Essential Utilities Inc - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 0.60 0.55 0.63
Quick Ratio 0.43 0.39 0.53
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital $-294.54 Million $-309.21 Million $-223.65 Million

Essential Utilities Inc - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Essential Utilities Inc's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 1.60
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.60
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 7.0%
Total Assets $18.03 Billion
Market Capitalization $10.77 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values Essential Utilities Inc's assets below their book value (0.60x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Positive Asset Growth: Essential Utilities Inc's assets grew by 7.0% over the past year, showing continued investment in the company's operational capacity.

Annual Total Assets for Essential Utilities Inc (1994–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Essential Utilities Inc from 1994 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 $18.03 Billion +7.04%
2023-12-31 $16.84 Billion +7.14%
2022-12-31 $15.72 Billion +7.24%
2021-12-31 $14.66 Billion +6.95%
2020-12-31 $13.71 Billion +46.39%
2019-12-31 $9.36 Billion +34.42%
2018-12-31 $6.96 Billion +9.98%
2017-12-31 $6.33 Billion +2.82%
2016-12-31 $6.16 Billion +7.28%
2015-12-31 $5.74 Billion +6.18%
2014-12-31 $5.41 Billion +7.03%
2013-12-31 $5.05 Billion +3.98%
2012-12-31 $4.86 Billion +11.73%
2011-12-31 $4.35 Billion +6.78%
2010-12-31 $4.07 Billion +8.24%
2009-12-31 $3.76 Billion +7.96%
2008-12-31 $3.49 Billion +8.00%
2007-12-31 $3.23 Billion +12.13%
2006-12-31 $2.88 Billion +9.56%
2005-12-31 $2.63 Billion +12.24%
2004-12-31 $2.34 Billion +13.07%
2003-12-31 $2.07 Billion +20.54%
2002-12-31 $1.72 Billion +10.04%
2001-12-31 $1.56 Billion +10.35%
2000-12-31 $1.41 Billion +10.40%
1999-12-31 $1.28 Billion +82.58%
1998-12-31 $701.50 Million +13.42%
1997-12-31 $618.50 Million +6.11%
1996-12-31 $582.90 Million +12.51%
1995-12-31 $518.10 Million +13.07%
1994-12-31 $458.20 Million --

About Essential Utilities Inc

NYSE:WTRG USA Utilities - Regulated Water
Market Cap
$10.77 Billion
Market Cap Rank
#2123 Global
#773 in USA
Share Price
$38.03
Change (1 day)
-0.45%
52-Week Range
$36.73 - $41.93
All Time High
$49.23
About

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