01WTRG will go ex-dividend on August 11, 2026, with a quarterly dividend of $0.3610 per share payable on September 1, 2026.
02At the current stock price of $40.46, WTRG offers an annual dividend yield of 3.57%, positioning it as a moderate income option within the utilities sector.
03The company has a market capitalization of $10.7 billion, and the stock price typically adjusts downward by approximately the dividend amount on the ex-date.
04WTRG's dividend has increased from $0.3260 per share in May 2025 to $0.3610 in August 2026, showing recent dividend growth.
Dividend Details
WTRG (NYSE:WTRG) will go ex-dividend tomorrow, August 11, 2026.
Investors who purchase shares before the ex-dividend date will receive the upcoming quarterly dividend of $0.3610 per share. The dividend will be paid on September 01, 2026.
Market Overview
At the current stock price of $40.46, WTRG's dividend represents an annual yield of 3.57%. The Utilities company has a market capitalization of $10.7B.
Investors who purchase WTRG shares before the ex-dividend date will receive the upcoming dividend payment. The stock price typically adjusts downward by approximately the dividend amount on the ex-date, reflecting the distribution. Long-term holders focused on total return generally view ex-dividend dates as routine, while income-focused investors may time purchases around these dates.
The 3.57% dividend yield positions WTRG as a moderate income option. Investors evaluating dividend stocks should consider not just the current yield but the growth rate of the dividend and the company's payout ratio to assess long-term income potential.