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27 Jun 2026, 11:30 UTC · 2h ago
Essential Utilities: Snatch Up This Dividend Champion Now
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Seeking Alpha
27 Jun 2026, 11:30 UTC · 2h ago
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Essential Utilities is merging with American Water Works to become the most dominant regulated water utility in the United States. — The creation of a market-dominant entity typically leads to increased pricing power and operational synergies.
+0.60Essential Utilities' dividend growth is expected to accelerate significantly following the merger's dividend reset. — Higher dividend growth rates generally drive increased demand for the stock and a higher valuation multiple.
+0.50The company's S&P credit rating is projected to improve from A- to A following the merger. — A credit rating upgrade lowers borrowing costs and reduces financial risk for the company.
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The author describes the stock as a 'dividend champion' with a 12% discount to fair value and strong projected total returns.
The merger with WTRG is expected to create the most dominant regulated water utility in the US and improve credit ratings.
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