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Artesian Resources (ARTNA)
NASDAQ:ARTNA
US Market
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Artesian Resources (ARTNA) Price & Analysis

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ARTNA Stock Chart & Stats

$35.63
-$0.03(-0.09%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$35.63
-$0.03(-0.09%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Regulated Utility ModelRegulated tariffs provide a recurring revenue base and can support recovery of prudent operating costs, depreciation, and permitted returns. This framework gives Artesian greater earnings visibility than an unregulated business.
Steady Revenue And Profit GrowthMulti-year revenue expansion combined with strong operating and net margins indicates resilient demand and effective conversion of utility revenue into earnings. These qualities can remain durable as customer growth and approved rates support the top line.
Improving Operating Cash FlowStable and improving operating cash flow, covering TTM net income by approximately 1.32 times, supports routine operations and debt service. It also demonstrates that reported profitability is backed by meaningful cash generation.
Bears Say
Heavy Capital InvestmentPersistent capital spending needs typical of water utilities absorb most operating cash flow and limit internally funded flexibility. Artesian may therefore remain reliant on external financing or regulatory recovery to support infrastructure investment.
Margin CompressionThe sustained step-down in gross margin suggests cost pressure, mix changes, or regulatory timing effects. Even with resilient earnings, continued compression could reduce operating leverage and weaken the benefit of future revenue growth.
Unclear TTM LeverageThe sharp TTM debt discrepancy conflicts with the established annual leverage trend and makes current balance-sheet strength difficult to assess. This uncertainty complicates evaluation of financing capacity during periods of heavy capital spending.

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ARTNA FAQ

What was Artesian Resources’s price range in the past 12 months?
Artesian Resources lowest stock price was $30.50 and its highest was $36.50 in the past 12 months.
    What is Artesian Resources’s market cap?
    Artesian Resources’s market cap is $371.38M.
      When is Artesian Resources’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Artesian Resources’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 52 days.
        How were Artesian Resources’s earnings last quarter?
        Artesian Resources released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported $0.64 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.59 by $0.05.
          Is Artesian Resources overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Artesian Resources’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Artesian Resources pay dividends?
            Artesian Resources pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.32 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.5%. See more information on Artesian Resources dividends here
              What is Artesian Resources’s EPS estimate?
              Artesian Resources’s EPS estimate is 0.67.
                How many shares outstanding does Artesian Resources have?
                Artesian Resources has 9,445,669 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Artesian Resources’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Artesian Resources reported an EPS of $0.64 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.59. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.757%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Artesian Resources?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ARTNA
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      Artesian Resources

                      Established in 1905 and headquartered in Newark, Delaware, Artesian Resources Corporation, through its various subsidiaries, delivers water, wastewater, and a range of associated utility services across Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The company supplies water for residential, commercial, industrial, governmental, municipal, and utility consumption, along with supporting public and private fire protection, throughout these three states. In Delaware, it provides comprehensive wastewater collection, treatment facilities, and related services. Beyond its primary utility operations, Artesian offers contract water and wastewater services, protective plans for water, sewer, and internal service lines, and comprehensive wastewater management. Its capabilities also encompass design, construction, and engineering services within the utility sector. Furthermore, it extends support to other water utilities by managing their operations and billing. The corporation holds various real estate assets, such as land for its offices and for water and wastewater treatment facilities, and its portfolio also includes the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of stormwater management systems. By December 31, 2021, Artesian's extensive network, comprising 1,368 miles of transmission and distribution mains, served approximately 91,700 customers in Delaware, 2,500 in Maryland, and 40 in Pennsylvania.

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