Unitil Corp (UTL)
NYSE:UTL
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UTL Stock Chart & Stats
$53.81
-$0.04(-0.08%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$53.81
-$0.04(-0.08%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$44.61 - $55.12
Previous CloseN/A
Volume7.64K
Average Volume (3M)118.27K
Market Cap
$900.08M
Enterprise Value$1.82B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$16.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$933.80M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.6
Beta0.10
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.25Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.73%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.16
Shares Outstanding17,990,810
10 Day Avg. Volume84,360
30 Day Avg. Volume118,266
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio12.43
Price to Book (P/B)1.40
Price to Sales (P/S)1.59
P/FCF Ratio-15.84
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.02
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.12
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit7.77
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.69
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$55.67Price Target Upside3.45% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)3.26
Revenue Forecast (FY)$591.79M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Business ModelUnitil’s core earnings come from regulated distribution where state rate-setting and pass-through mechanisms recover prudently incurred costs and allow a return on rate base. That regulatory framework yields predictable revenue and durable cash flow profiles that support long-term capex recovery and stable operations.
Constructive Regulatory OutcomeThe New Hampshire rate case approval increases allowed rates and ROE and establishes a multiyear plan with step adjustments. This strengthens future revenue recovery and cash flow visibility, providing sustained earnings support and lowering regulatory execution risk for that jurisdiction over multiple years.
Rate Base Growth Via AcquisitionsUnitil’s 17% rate base growth and enlarged $1.2B capex plan reflect completed acquisitions and ongoing investment. Rising regulated rate base typically translates to higher allowed returns and stable long-term earnings growth, while integration gains from Bangor and Maine gas show scalable margin and customer additions.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageLeverage near 1.47x equity is high for a small regional utility and increases interest‑rate and refinancing sensitivity, especially with a larger capital program. Elevated debt constrains financial flexibility, raises funding costs over time and reduces the cushion for adverse regulatory or operational shocks.
Persistent Negative Free Cash FlowAlthough operating cash flow is solid, persistent negative free cash flow indicates current cash generation does not cover capex. Over months this raises reliance on external financing for investments and dividends, increasing execution and refinancing risk and pressuring liquidity if capex remains elevated.
Aquarion Deal Regulatory/execution RiskThe repeated extensions and possible exclusion of Massachusetts operations inject execution and regulatory risk into Unitil’s planned water-sector diversification. If approvals falter or conditions strip assets, expected rate base growth, synergies and financing plans could be materially reduced, complicating integration and funding strategies.
Unitil News
UTL FAQ
What was Unitil Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Unitil Corp lowest stock price was $44.61 and its highest was $55.12 in the past 12 months.
What is Unitil Corp’s market cap?
Unitil Corp’s market cap is $900.08M.
When is Unitil Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
Unitil Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 63 days.
How were Unitil Corp’s earnings last quarter?
Unitil Corp released its earnings results on May 04, 2026. The company reported $1.88 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.858 by $0.022.
Is Unitil Corp overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Unitil Corp’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Unitil Corp pay dividends?
Unitil Corp pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.45 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.73%. See more information on Unitil Corp dividends here
What is Unitil Corp’s EPS estimate?
Unitil Corp’s EPS estimate is 0.25.
How many shares outstanding does Unitil Corp have?
Unitil Corp has 17,990,810 shares outstanding.
What happened to Unitil Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Unitil Corp reported an EPS of $1.88 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.858. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.927%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Unitil Corp?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in UTL
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Unitil Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$55.67 (3.45% Upside)
$55.67 (3.45% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
UTL Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 74%
Sector Average 74%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 5.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-14.25%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.41%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
14.02%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Unitil Corp
Unitil Corporation, a public utility holding company, engages in the distribution of electricity and natural gas. It operates through three segments: Utility Electric Operations, Utility Gas Operations, and Non-Regulated. The company distributes electricity in the southeastern seacoast and state capital regions of New Hampshire, and the greater Fitchburg area of north central Massachusetts; and distributes natural gas in southeastern New Hampshire and portions of southern and central Maine, including the city of Portland and the Lewiston-Auburn area, as well as the greater Fitchburg area of north central Massachusetts. It also operates 86 miles of interstate underground natural gas transmission pipeline that provides interstate natural gas pipeline access and transportation services primarily in Maine and New Hampshire. In addition, the company provides energy brokering and advisory services to commercial and industrial customers; and real estate management services. It serves approximately 107,700 electric customers and 86,600 natural gas customers. Unitil Corporation was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Hampton, New Hampshire.
UTL Company Deck
UTL Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was largely constructive: core operating metrics improved (adjusted EPS +8%, combined margins +$13.3M), key regulatory outcomes were favorable (NH electric rate case), and the company successfully integrated acquisitions that materially increased rate base and customer count. Management reaffirmed 2026 guidance and long-term growth targets and increased the dividend. Negatives are largely manageable: a modest FERC-related charge (~$0.9M), higher near-term operating and financing costs related to recent acquisitions, a temporary-rate settlement slightly below the initial request, and regulatory uncertainty around the pending Aquarion transaction (notably potential Massachusetts conditions). Overall, positives significantly outweigh the negatives.View all UTL earnings summariesUTL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$55.67
▲(3.45% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
2.08% Insiders
24.19% Mutual Funds
14.03% Other Institutional Investors
36.81% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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