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Middlesex Water Company (MSEX)
NASDAQ:MSEX
MSEX Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$48.18 - $70.73
Previous CloseN/A
Volume21.06K
Average Volume (3M)159.68K
Market Cap
$931.82M
Enterprise Value$1.39B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$2.66M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$385.26M
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.5
Beta0.05
Next Earnings
Oct 31, 2025EPS Estimate
0.87Next Dividend Ex-Date
Aug 15, 2025Dividend Yield2.54%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.60
Shares Outstanding18,016,640
10 Day Avg. Volume152,619
30 Day Avg. Volume159,684
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)0.00
Price to Sales (P/S)0.00
P/FCF Ratio0.00
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.49
Enterprise Value/Revenue7.11
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit11.84
Enterprise Value/Ebitda16.62
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$59.50Price Target Upside12.18% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering2
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Capital ExpenditureThe company's long-term growth estimates for capital investment are ahead of previous estimates, providing increased visibility into future growth.
Regulatory DevelopmentsThe settlement of the Tidewater rate case in Delaware is viewed constructively, allowing for a notable revenue increase.
ValuationMiddlesex Water is trading near its lowest NTM P/E level in the last decade, representing a ~30% discount to its five-year average, making its valuation particularly attractive.
Bears Say
Financial PerformanceAnalyst reiterates an Underperform rating for Middlesex Water, reflecting ongoing concerns about the company's financial performance.
Market ConditionsDespite a belief that a 25 P/E multiple is appropriate, current market conditions and volatility could affect the share price.
Rate Increase RequestThe request for a significant revenue increase in New Jersey indicates possible financial pressure, as Middlesex seeks to boost its base rates by 19.3%.
Middlesex Water Company News
MSEX FAQ
What was Middlesex Water Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
Middlesex Water Company lowest stock price was $48.18 and its highest was $70.73 in the past 12 months.
What is Middlesex Water Company’s market cap?
Middlesex Water Company’s market cap is $931.82M.
When is Middlesex Water Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
Middlesex Water Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 31, 2025 which is in 82 days.
How were Middlesex Water Company’s earnings last quarter?
Middlesex Water Company released its earnings results on Jul 31, 2025. The company reported $0.6 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.655 by -$0.055.
Is Middlesex Water Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Middlesex Water Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Middlesex Water Company pay dividends?
Middlesex Water Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.34 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.54%. See more information on Middlesex Water Company dividends here
What is Middlesex Water Company’s EPS estimate?
Middlesex Water Company’s EPS estimate is 0.87.
How many shares outstanding does Middlesex Water Company have?
Middlesex Water Company has 18,016,640 shares outstanding.
What happened to Middlesex Water Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Middlesex Water Company reported an EPS of $0.6 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.655. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.531%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Middlesex Water Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MSEX
Middlesex Water Company Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$59.50 (12.18% Upside)
$59.50 (12.18% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MSEX Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 72%
Sector Average 72%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 7.7K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $40.3K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 59%
Bearish news 100%
Bearish news 100%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-10.93%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.70%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.24%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Middlesex Water Company
Middlesex Water Company (MSEX) is a leading provider of water and wastewater services, primarily operating in the state of New Jersey and Delaware. Founded in 1897, the company engages in the collection, treatment, and distribution of water for residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers. Middlesex Water Company is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and affordable water services while focusing on sustainable practices and community engagement.
MSEX Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$59.50
▲(12.18% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
1.22% Insiders
20.13% Mutual Funds
1.55% Other Institutional Investors
46.54% Public Companies and
Individual Investors