Rating Change
Argus Research reiterated its Buy rating on Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) on November 11, 2026.
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Argus Research Reiterates Buy Rating on Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG)
Argus Research reiterated its Buy rating on Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) on November 11, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG) · reiterate
- Firm
- Argus Research
- Rating
- Buy to Buy
- Price at event
- $44.95
- Market capitalization
- $10.7B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Argus Research reiterated a Buy rating on Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) on November 11, 2026, with the stock trading at $44.95.
- Essential Utilities has a market capitalization of $10.7 billion and gained 13.3% over the past 52 weeks.
- Among the 10 most recent analyst ratings, 5 are Buy, 3 are Hold, and 2 are Sell, reflecting mixed sentiment on the utility company.
- Analyst ratings alone have mixed predictive power, but significant consensus changes across multiple firms can signal more meaningful market shifts.
Market Context
Essential Utilities, Inc. operates in the Utilities sector. The stock currently trades at $44.95 with a market capitalization of $10.7B. The stock has gained 13.3% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Argus Research provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for Essential Utilities, Inc.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Essential Utilities, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 5 Buy, 3 Hold, 2 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Argus Research | Buy | N/A |
| Nov 06, 2026 | UBS | Neutral | N/A |
| Oct 16, 2026 | UBS | Buy | N/A |
| Sep 10, 2026 | UBS | Buy | N/A |
| Jul 15, 2026 | Barclays | Underweight | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View WTRG Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Buy rating mean for WTRG?
A rating of Buy from Argus Research reflects the analyst's outlook on Essential Utilities, Inc. (NYSE:WTRG). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the WTRG forecast page.
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