United Utilities (UUEA) Stock Price & Analysis
UUEA Stock Chart & Stats
- Day’s Range
- EUR 36.00 - EUR 36.80
- 52-Week Range
- EUR 25.40 - EUR 36.80
- Previous Close
- EUR 36.20
- Volume
- N/A
- Average Volume (3M)
- 0
- Market Cap
- EUR 13.66B
- Enterprise Value
- EUR 24.64B
- Total Cash (Recent Filing)
- EUR 1.79B
- Total Debt (Recent Filing)
- EUR 11.49B
- Price to Earnings (P/E)
- 17.8
- Beta
- 0.23
- Next Earnings
- Nov 12, 2026 (Est.)
- EPS Estimate
- 1.2
- Next Dividend Ex-Date
- N/A
- Dividend Yield
- 3.35%
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue And Profit Recovery
Sustained multi-year revenue growth and a sharp 2026 profit recovery indicate improving scale and earnings capacity. While past volatility reduces certainty, stronger recent profitability supports the company’s ability to fund operations and meet regulatory obligations.
Stronger Operating Cash Flow
Improving operating cash generation strengthens funding for essential services, maintenance and investment. This provides a more durable financial base than accounting earnings alone, although substantial capital spending still limits the amount available after investment.
Essential Regulated Utility Model
Water and wastewater services are essential, recurring activities supported by long-lived infrastructure and a defined regulatory framework. This creates a defensible local service position and relatively resilient demand, with revenues shaped by multi-year regulatory determinations.
Bears Say
High Financial Leverage
Debt is materially large relative to the equity base, reducing financial flexibility for a capital-intensive utility. Higher leverage can increase exposure to refinancing costs and constrain the company’s ability to absorb rising investment requirements or operational setbacks.
Persistent Negative Free Cash Flow
Recurring free-cash-flow deficits show that operating cash generation has not fully covered investment needs. Continued funding requirements may require additional borrowing or other financing, limiting flexibility and increasing dependence on efficient capital delivery.
Volatile Earnings History
The recent earnings rebound is positive, but the broader record is uneven, including a prior loss and periods of weaker profitability. This volatility makes long-term earnings quality less predictable and increases dependence on regulation, cost control and execution.
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Company Description
United Utilities
United Utilities Group PLC is a key provider of water and wastewater services throughout the United Kingdom. Beyond its primary utility role, the company also engages in various other ventures, including the generation of renewable energy, corporate trusteeship, financing, and property management. It further extends its services to include consulting and project management. The firm manages an extensive infrastructure network, comprising 42,000 kilometers of water mains and 78,000 kilometers of wastewater conduits. Incorporated in 2008, United Utilities Group PLC maintains its operational base in Warrington, UK.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Water
- CEO
- Louise Beardmore
- Employees
- 7,370
- Website
- www.unitedutilities.com
- Address
- Haweswater House, Lingley Mere Business Park, Warrington, WA, WA5 3LP, GB
United Utilities (UUEA) Earnings & Revenues
UUEA Earnings Call
Earnings Call SentimentNeutral
The earnings call presented a balanced view with significant achievements in cash performance, regulatory engagement, and strong financial positioning. However, challenges regarding regulatory uncertainty, environmental ratings, and initial ODI penalties were notable concerns. The company expressed optimism about handling future investments and transformations.
View all DE:UUEA earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
Overall Consensus
| Indicator | Bullish | Neutral | Bearish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Consensus | 15 | 1 | 5 |
| Technical Analysis | 3 | 1 | 5 |
| Moving Averages | 12 | 0 | 0 |
