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WTRG Unit Expands Water Operations With Lake Tamarack AcquisitionEssential Utilities' Aqua New Jersey subsidiary completed the acquisition of Lake Tamarack Water Corporation's water system for $113,000, adding 255 customers and planning $1.4M in infrastructure investments. The company continues its expansion strategy, having added over 138,000 customers since 2015. American Water Works' proposed merger with Essential Utilities remains on track for Q1 2027, creating a combined utility serving 4.7 million connections.Zacks Investment Research · Oct 15, 2026

Essential Utilities (WTRG) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?Essential Utilities (WTRG) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) rating, reflecting upward trends in earnings estimates. The water utility is expected to earn $2.22 per share for fiscal year 2026 with no year-over-year change, though analysts have steadily raised estimates over the past three months by 0.2%. The upgrade positions the stock in the top 20% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential for near-term price appreciation.Zacks Investment Research · Oct 9, 2026

IDACORP Hikes Dividend 2.3% to Strengthen Shareholder ReturnsIDACORP Inc. announced a 2.3% increase in its quarterly dividend to 90 cents per share ($3.60 annualized), marking its 14th consecutive year of dividend increases. The company plans to invest nearly $7 billion during 2026-2030 to strengthen generation capacity and infrastructure. IDACORP's stable regulated operations in Idaho and growing customer base support its ability to maintain consistent dividend growth.Zacks Investment Research · Sep 21, 2026

Can Approved Rate Hikes Drive American Water Works' Long-Term Growth?American Water Works (AWK) received approval for a $68 million annual revenue increase in New Jersey effective September 15, 2026, supporting its 7-9% long-term earnings growth target through 2030. The rate hike will fund $1.4 billion in infrastructure upgrades while increasing average residential bills by approximately $4 monthly. AWK plans $19-20 billion in capital investments through 2030 to support 8-9% rate-base growth. The stock trades at a premium valuation with a forward P/E of 21.77X versus the industry average of 17.57X and carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).Zacks Investment Research · Sep 10, 2026

AWK Unit to Invest $0.9M to Strengthen West Virginia InfrastructureAmerican Water Works announced a $0.9 million infrastructure upgrade in West Virginia, replacing 2,000 feet of aging water main. The company plans to invest $129 million across West Virginia in 2026 and $3.6 billion company-wide in 2026, targeting $19-20 billion during 2026-2030. Other utilities like California Water Service Group and Essential Utilities are also ramping up infrastructure investments to address deteriorating U.S. water systems.Zacks Investment Research · Sep 3, 2026

Essential Utilities (WTRG) Up 5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?Essential Utilities reported Q2 2026 earnings that met estimates with adjusted EPS of 38 cents and revenues of $530.9 million, beating consensus by 5.76%. The water segment grew on regulatory recoveries and increased volume, while the natural gas segment declined due to lower volumes from warmer weather. The company reaffirmed 5-7% annual earnings growth guidance through 2027 and raised its quarterly dividend by 5.25%. Shares have gained 5% since the earnings report, outperforming the S&P 500.Zacks Investment Research · Sep 3, 2026

American Water Works (AWK) Earnings TranscriptAmerican Water Works reported 2025 adjusted EPS of $5.64, up 8.9% year-over-year, near the upper end of guidance. The company affirmed 2026 EPS guidance of $6.02-$6.12 (8% growth) and maintained its 7-9% long-term growth target. AWK deployed $3.2 billion in capital investments and has 104,000 customer connections under agreement. The company is progressing toward closing its merger with Essential Utilities by end of Q1 2027, with regulatory approvals underway for the Nexus Water Group acquisition expected to close by August 2026.The Motley Fool · Feb 19, 2026

3 Magnificent Stocks to Buy That Are Near 52-Week LowsThe article identifies three stocks trading near 52-week lows that appear oversold: Automatic Data Processing (a dividend aristocrat in payroll processing), American Water Works (a utility facing merger uncertainty), and PayPal (a fintech company with new leadership). Each stock is presented as a potential buying opportunity with catalysts for recovery, despite recent market pessimism.The Motley Fool · Feb 17, 2026

Halper Sadeh LLC Encourages AWK, WTRG, SEMR, MBCN Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Discuss Their RightsHalper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating four companies for potential violations of federal securities laws and breaches of fiduciary duties related to proposed mergers and acquisitions. The investigations involve American Water Works' merger with Essential Utilities, Semrush's sale to Adobe, and Middlefield Banc's sale to Farmers National Banc. The firm is seeking increased consideration for shareholders and additional disclosures.GlobeNewswire Inc. · Dec 20, 2025

Is American Water Works a Quiet Millionaire-Maker Stock?American Water Works, the largest public water utility in the US, has delivered an impressive 11.6% average annualized return over 15 years. The company plans to merge with Essential Utilities, expanding its customer base and infrastructure while maintaining steady growth targets of 7-9% for earnings and dividends.The Motley Fool · Dec 9, 2025

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