Chesapeake Utilities (CPK)
NYSE:CPK
CPK Stock Chart & Stats
$124.14
-$0.29(-0.24%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$124.14
-$0.29(-0.24%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$115.24 - $140.59
Previous CloseN/A
Volume11.93K
Average Volume (3M)140.54K
Market Cap
$2.97B
Enterprise Value$4.61B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.80M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.64B
Price to Earnings (P/E)20.8
Beta0.05
Next Earnings
May 06, 2026EPS Estimate
2.37Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.15%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.94
Shares Outstanding23,936,405
10 Day Avg. Volume154,570
30 Day Avg. Volume140,545
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.53
Price to Book (P/B)1.83
Price to Sales (P/S)3.14
P/FCF Ratio-13.58
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.55
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.21
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit10.65
Enterprise Value/Ebitda13.60
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$150.00Price Target Upside20.83% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)6.51
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.01B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Utility Business Model And Revenue GrowthChesapeake’s core regulated distribution model drives predictable, rate‑based revenue and steady margins. Multi‑year revenue and net income growth reflect expanding customer volumes and approved rate recovery, supporting durable earnings visibility and long‑term cash flow stability typical of utilities.
Large, Sustained Capital Program To Grow Rate BaseA sustained, multi‑year capex program increases regulated rate base and future allowed returns. Record 2025 investment and reaffirmed guidance signal management’s commitment to infrastructure and transmission projects that should drive long‑term earnings accretion as new assets enter the rate base.
Consistent, Rising Operating Cash FlowConsistently positive and rising operating cash flow demonstrates core business cash generation from regulated operations. This durable OCF base supports funding of capital investment, routine operations, and shareholder distributions, reducing sole reliance on external financing when trends persist.
Bears Say
Volatile And Often Negative Free Cash FlowHeavy, lumpy capex has produced frequent negative free cash flow, increasing dependence on external financing for growth periods. Over the medium term this elevates refinancing and interest‑rate risk, and can constrain flexibility for dividends or opportunistic investments if negative FCF persists.
High Historical Leverage And Balance‑sheet RiskLeverage near 1x equity is common in utilities but reduces financial headroom versus lower‑leverage peers. Sustained high debt combined with continued capex increases exposure to rising rates or weaker regulatory outcomes, limiting balance‑sheet flexibility and raising long‑term funding costs.
2025 Reporting Inconsistencies Reduce TransparencyInconsistent or incomplete 2025 financial fields hinder reliable assessment of leverage, assets and margins. Reduced transparency impairs credit and capital planning analysis, may raise investor uncertainty about underlying trends, and complicates stewardship evaluations over the coming reporting cycles.
Chesapeake Utilities News
CPK FAQ
What was Chesapeake Utilities’s price range in the past 12 months?
Chesapeake Utilities lowest stock price was $115.24 and its highest was $140.59 in the past 12 months.
What is Chesapeake Utilities’s market cap?
Chesapeake Utilities’s market cap is $2.97B.
When is Chesapeake Utilities’s upcoming earnings report date?
Chesapeake Utilities’s upcoming earnings report date is May 06, 2026 which is in 39 days.
How were Chesapeake Utilities’s earnings last quarter?
Chesapeake Utilities released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported $1.94 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.937 by $0.003.
Is Chesapeake Utilities overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Chesapeake Utilities’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Chesapeake Utilities pay dividends?
Chesapeake Utilities pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.685 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.15%. See more information on Chesapeake Utilities dividends here
What is Chesapeake Utilities’s EPS estimate?
Chesapeake Utilities’s EPS estimate is 2.37.
How many shares outstanding does Chesapeake Utilities have?
Chesapeake Utilities has 23,936,405 shares outstanding.
What happened to Chesapeake Utilities’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Chesapeake Utilities reported an EPS of $1.94 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.937. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.283%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Chesapeake Utilities?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CPK
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Chesapeake Utilities Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$150.00 (20.83% Upside)
$150.00 (20.83% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
CPK Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $240.1K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
6.17%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.13%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
11.37%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Chesapeake Utilities
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation operates as an energy delivery company. The company operates through two segments, Regulated Energy and Unregulated Energy. The Regulated Energy segment engages in the natural gas distribution operations in central and southern Delaware, Maryland's eastern shore, and Florida; regulated natural gas transmission in the Delmarva Peninsula and Florida; and regulated electric distribution in northeast and northwest Florida. The Unregulated Energy segment engages in the propane operations in the Mid-Atlantic region, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida; unregulated natural gas transmission/supply operation in central and eastern Ohio; generation of electricity and steam; and provision of compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, and renewable natural gas transportation and pipeline solutions primarily to utilities and pipelines in the eastern United States. This segment also provides other unregulated energy services, such as energy-related merchandise sales; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services; and plumbing and electrical services. The company was founded in 1859 and is headquartered in Dover, Delaware.
CPK Company Deck
CPK Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted strong financial performance and growth in customer base, alongside strategic capital investments and successful regulatory outcomes. However, it also faced challenges with regulatory delays and increased operating expenses. The positive aspects of growth and investment outweigh the negatives of regulatory hurdles and operational costs.View all CPK earnings summariesCPK Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$150.00
▲(20.83% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.41% Insiders
28.66% Mutual Funds
15.64% Other Institutional Investors
27.13% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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