Forecast & Rating7 analysts currently cover Essential Utilities, with about 28.6% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $42.20, about 4.2% upside from the current price of $40.48. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. For you, this means most institutions are cautious on Essential Utilities's outlook. Data as of Sep 21, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Sep 20, 2026Price forecast
$42.204.25%
Forecast & RatingHold
7analysts
- Strong buy28.57%
- Buy0.00%
- Hold42.86%
- Sell0.00%
- Strong sell28.57%
Target price forecast
Forecast dateSep 21, 2026
Forecast met10.8%
Stock price$40.48
Avg. target$42.2
High target$49
Low target$38
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.