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HTO Stock Chart & Stats
$58.05
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Market closed
$58.05
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$43.75 - $65.56
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)483.96K
Market Cap
$2.74B
Enterprise Value$3.98K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$153.01M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.87B
Price to Earnings (P/E)22.3
Beta-0.03
Next Earnings
Jul 27, 2026EPS Estimate
0.7Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.4%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.93
Shares Outstanding41,840,250
10 Day Avg. Volume475,003
30 Day Avg. Volume483,959
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio3.60
Price to Book (P/B)1.14
Price to Sales (P/S)2.20
P/FCF Ratio-6.32
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$64.33Price Target Upside10.82% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)2.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)$884.16M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Stable Regulated Revenue And MarginsConsistent top‑line growth and steady ~12–13% net margins reflect a resilient regulated utility business model. Rate‑based earnings and predictable cost recovery mechanisms support durable earnings quality and cash flow visibility over the next 2–6 months and beyond.
Strong Liquidity And Executed Equity FinancingAn oversubscribed $700M equity raise and affirmed A‑ rating materially bolster liquidity and capital flexibility. Proceeds reduced bank line usage and fund near‑term capex, lowering refinancing risk and providing runway to execute the multi‑year investment plan without immediate market dependence.
Regulatory‑backed Capex Plan And Growth PipelineA $2.7B capex plan with ~80% likely to qualify for regulatory recovery, plus QuadVest's connection growth, underpins a projected 13% rate‑base CAGR. Regulatory cost recovery and an expanding rate base provide a durable mechanism to translate investment into long‑term earnings growth.
Bears Say
Heavy Capex Strains Free Cash FlowSustained negative free cash flow through 2025 and only modest TTM FCF relative to net income show capital spending materially consumes operating cash. This reduces the company's ability to self‑fund growth or pay down leverage and increases reliance on external financing over the medium term.
Historically Elevated Leverage; Near Downgrade RiskMultiyear debt levels above 1x equity constrained flexibility and increased sensitivity to interest costs. Management's projected FFO‑to‑debt (~11%–12% through 2027) sits near downgrade thresholds, so rating or covenant pressure could emerge if deleveraging stalls or execution slips.
EPS Dilution And Regulatory/timing Execution RiskEquity issuance diluted EPS even as net income rose, weakening near‑term per‑share metrics. Additionally, QuadVest closing timing and pending rate cases create execution risk for realizing projected accretion and timely regulatory recovery, which could defer cash and earnings benefits.
H2O America News
HTO FAQ
What was H2o America’s price range in the past 12 months?
H2o America lowest stock price was $43.75 and its highest was $65.56 in the past 12 months.
What is H2o America’s market cap?
H2o America’s market cap is $2.74B.
When is H2o America’s upcoming earnings report date?
H2o America’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 27, 2026 which is in 8 days.
How were H2o America’s earnings last quarter?
H2o America released its earnings results on Apr 28, 2026. The company reported $0.5 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.493 by $0.007.
Is H2o America overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts H2o America’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does H2o America pay dividends?
H2o America pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.44 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.4%. See more information on H2o America dividends here
What is H2o America’s EPS estimate?
H2o America’s EPS estimate is 0.7.
How many shares outstanding does H2o America have?
H2o America has 41,840,250 shares outstanding.
What happened to H2o America’s price movement after its last earnings report?
H2o America reported an EPS of $0.5 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.493. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.683%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of H2o America?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HTO
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
H2O America Stock Smart Score
Outperform
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$64.33 (10.82% Upside)
$64.33 (10.82% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
HTO Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 3.0M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $3.2M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 1.9%
Last 30 Days ▲ 9.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 9.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
33.95%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
6.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
13.21%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
H2o America
H2O America, operating nationwide via its various subsidiaries, is a key provider of essential water utility and associated services. The company manages the entire water lifecycle, from procuring, storing, and purifying water to its distribution, wholesale, and retail sale, alongside offering wastewater management services. Its water supply is diverse, sourced from groundwater wells, surface water collected through watershed runoff and diversions, reclaimed water, and imported water acquired from the Santa Clara Valley Water District. Beyond its primary utility offerings, H2O America also delivers a suite of non-regulated services. These include the management and maintenance of water systems, various contracted services, leasing opportunities for antenna sites, and other water and sewer operational services. A notable offering is the "Linebacker protection plan," specifically tailored for its public drinking water clients in Connecticut and Maine. The company's extensive service footprint spans several regions. In California, it supplies water to approximately 232,000 connections, benefiting about one million residents in portions of San Jose and Cupertino, as well as the cities of Campbell, Monte Sereno, Saratoga, the Town of Los Gatos, and surrounding unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County. In Connecticut and Maine, H2O America serves roughly 142,000 connections, providing water to an estimated 463,000 individuals across 81 municipalities within an approximate 275-square-mile service area. Additionally, it oversees around 3,000 wastewater connections in Southbury, Connecticut. Further south, in the corridor between San Antonio and Austin, Texas, the company services approximately 29,000 water connections for about 88,000 people across an area exceeding 271 square miles, supplemented by approximately 1,000 wastewater connections. H2O America also holds various real estate assets, including undeveloped land in California and both commercial properties and land parcels situated in Connecticut. The company, which was incorporated in 1985 and is headquartered in San Jose, California, was previously known as SJW Group before officially rebranding to H2O America in May 2025.
HTO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$64.33
▲(10.82% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
22.40% Insiders
15.77% Mutual Funds
0.59% Other Institutional Investors
31.92% Public Companies and Individual Investors