Global Water Resources Inc (GWRS)
NASDAQ:GWRS
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GWRS Stock Chart & Stats
$7.72
-$0.06(-0.48%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$7.72
-$0.06(-0.48%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$6.55 - $11.17
Previous CloseN/A
Volume10.76K
Average Volume (3M)93.26K
Market Cap
$192.72M
Enterprise Value$198.40M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.80M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$7.48M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.64
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
0.03Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.56%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.07
Shares Outstanding28,763,634
10 Day Avg. Volume57,827
30 Day Avg. Volume93,264
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.43
Price to Book (P/B)2.64
Price to Sales (P/S)4.10
P/FCF Ratio-4.84
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.03
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.51
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit6.06
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.23
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$12.50Price Target Upside61.92% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.14
Revenue Forecast (FY)$58.16M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Recurring RevenueAs a certificated regulated utility, GWRS earns recurring billings under approved rate structures. That regulatory framework creates predictable cash flows and limited demand elasticity versus commodity firms, supporting long-term stability and investment recovery tied to customer growth in Arizona.
Sharply Improved LeverageMaterial reduction in leverage meaningfully lowers balance-sheet risk and interest burden, increasing financial flexibility. With a stronger equity base and minimal net debt relative to past years, GWRS is better positioned to fund required capex, absorb rate-timing lags, and pursue regulatory filings without excessive refinancing pressure.
Regulatory Settlement Enabling Rate RecoveryThe settlement creates a defined path to recover prior investments through rates, providing structural uplift to rate base and future revenue once approved. Formalized timelines reduce regulatory uncertainty and, when implemented, should restore earnings power and cash generation that have been depressed by recent capital additions.
Bears Say
Deeply Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative FCF signals that operating cash plus capex timing leave the company reliant on external funding to support infrastructure. Over months this raises refinancing and liquidity risk, constrains retained earnings accumulation, and limits ability to self-fund investments or absorb regulatory delays without higher leverage or reduced distributions.
Material Margin CompressionA sharp decline in profitability reflects higher depreciation, interest and operating costs; this erosion reduces internal capital generation and returns on equity. Absent timely rate recoveries, compressed margins will weaken reinvestment capacity and make earnings more sensitive to cost inflation and capital structure changes.
Earnings Drag From Recent Infrastructure SpendNecessary capital investments raise depreciation and expand rate base before regulators approve recovery, creating a timing mismatch that depresses GAAP earnings. This structural timing gap forces prolonged reliance on financing or tightened spending, and delays the cash benefit of investments until regulatory adjustments take effect.
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GWRS FAQ
What was Global Water Resources Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Global Water Resources Inc lowest stock price was $6.55 and its highest was $11.17 in the past 12 months.
What is Global Water Resources Inc’s market cap?
Global Water Resources Inc’s market cap is $192.72M.
When is Global Water Resources Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Global Water Resources Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 87 days.
How were Global Water Resources Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Global Water Resources Inc released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported -$0.01 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0 by -$0.01.
Is Global Water Resources Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Global Water Resources Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Global Water Resources Inc pay dividends?
Global Water Resources Inc pays a Monthly dividend of $0.025 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.56%. See more information on Global Water Resources Inc dividends here
What is Global Water Resources Inc’s EPS estimate?
Global Water Resources Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.03.
How many shares outstanding does Global Water Resources Inc have?
Global Water Resources Inc has 28,763,634 shares outstanding.
What happened to Global Water Resources Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Global Water Resources Inc reported an EPS of -$0.01 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.506%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Global Water Resources Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GWRS
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Global Water Resources Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$12.50 (61.92% Upside)
$12.50 (61.92% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GWRS Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 70%
Sector Average 70%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $131.8K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 3.7%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 4.4%
News Sentiment
Very Bearish
Bullish news 0%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-21.56%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
18.97%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Global Water Resources Inc
Global Water Resources, Inc., a water resource management company, owns, operates, and manages regulated water, wastewater, and recycled water utilities primarily in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona. As of December 31, 2020, it served approximately 74,048 people in approximately 27,630 homes. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
GWRS Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call balanced clear near-term pressures against constructive forward-looking actions. Q1 showed solid top-line growth (revenue +6.7%) and customer connection gains (total connections +5.7%; organic growth in Phoenix MSA), and management secured a regulatory settlement that paves a path to meaningful future rate recovery (including ~ $2.3M for Santa Cruz). Offsetting these positives were significant near-term cost pressures (operating expenses +15.1%, higher depreciation and interest) that produced a GAAP net loss versus prior-year net income, and a delayed Palo Verde rate recovery that defers earnings relief. Adjusted EBITDA stability and planned future rate filings are positive signals, but until rate increases are implemented the company faces continued EPS/headwind from elevated depreciation and interest costs. Overall, the highlights and lowlights appear balanced.View all GWRS earnings summariesGWRS Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$12.50
▲(61.92% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
52.72% Insiders
7.09% Mutual Funds
15.30% Other Institutional Investors
20.77% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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