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03 Jun 2026, 16:46 UTC · 1h ago
Why Unitil (UTL) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio
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Unitil (UTL) is projecting a 4.75% increase in earnings per share for fiscal year 2026 to reach $3.31. — Positive earnings growth projections typically support stock price appreciation and dividend sustainability.
+0.30Unitil currently offers a dividend yield of 3.84%, which is significantly higher than the Electric Power industry average of 2.99% and the S&P 500's 1.45%. — A higher-than-average yield makes the stock more attractive to income-focused investors, potentially increasing demand.
+0.20Unitil's dividend payout ratio stands at 57% of its trailing 12-month earnings per share. — A moderate payout ratio suggests the dividend is well-covered by earnings and has room for potential growth.
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