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 $41.60, about 2.9% upside from the current price of $40.41. 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 Aug 20, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 20, 2026Price forecast
$41.602.94%
Forecast & RatingHold
7analysts
- Strong buy28.57%
- Buy0.00%
- Hold42.86%
- Sell0.00%
- Strong sell28.57%
Target price forecast
Forecast dateAug 16, 2026
Forecast met7.1%
Stock price$40.41
Avg. target$41.6
High target$46
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.