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Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)

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$33.56
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: ARTNA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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1 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $46

1 Year Target Price $46

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$46Target price
Low$28.9
Current$33.56
high$39.84

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -33.19%
Avg. Invested days 16
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 347.65M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.21
1Y Target Price 46
Price to earnings Ratio 16.21
1Y Target Price 46
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta 0.32
52 Weeks Range 28.90 - 39.84
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 28.90 - 39.84
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.64%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.08

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Profitability

Profit Margin 19.6%
Operating Margin (TTM) 28.58%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.72%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.04%

Valuation

Trailing PE 16.21
Forward PE 17.86
Enterprise Value 523892829
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.18
Enterprise Value 523892829
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.18
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.79
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.23
Shares Outstanding 9426630
Shares Floating 9271401
Shares Outstanding 9426630
Shares Floating 9271401
Percent Insiders 4.02
Percent Institutions 59.16

Analyst Ratings

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Target Price 46
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Artesian Resources Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Artesian Resources Corporation was founded in 1905 as Artesian Water Company. It has grown to become a leading provider of water and wastewater services in Delaware and surrounding areas, through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Water: Provides water service to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. This includes treatment, distribution, and maintenance of water infrastructure.
  • Wastewater: Offers wastewater collection and treatment services. Manages wastewater facilities and ensures compliance with environmental regulations.
  • Other Services: Includes services such as water quality testing, engineering, and contract operations for other utilities or municipalities.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by a board of directors and an executive management team. Dian C. Taylor serves as Chair, President, and CEO. The organizational structure includes departments for operations, finance, engineering, and customer service.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Potable Water: Artesian's primary product is potable water delivered to customers. Market share in Delaware is significant, estimated at 30%. Competitors include Aqua America (now Essential Utilities) and municipal water systems. Revenue derived from this product exceeds $100 million annually.
  • Wastewater Treatment: Wastewater treatment services for residential and commercial clients. While market share data is less readily available, Artesian holds a strong position in its service areas in Delaware. Competitors include public and private wastewater treatment providers. Revenue from this segment contributes a substantial portion of Artesian's total revenue.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The water and wastewater industry is characterized by essential services, regulated pricing, and high capital investment. Demand is relatively stable but subject to population growth and environmental regulations.

Positioning

Artesian Resources Corporation is a well-established regional player with a focus on providing reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services. Its competitive advantages include its experienced management team and strategic location in a growing region.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for regulated water and wastewater utilities in Artesian's service area is estimated at $500 million annually. Artesian's current revenue represents a significant portion of this TAM, and the company is positioned to capture further growth through organic expansion and acquisitions.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established customer base
  • Experienced management team
  • Strategic location in growing region
  • Strong regulatory relationships
  • Reliable infrastructure

Weaknesses

  • Geographic concentration in Delaware
  • Dependence on regulatory approvals
  • High capital expenditure requirements
  • Limited product diversification

Opportunities

  • Acquisitions of smaller water and wastewater systems
  • Expansion into adjacent markets
  • Investment in infrastructure upgrades
  • Development of new water sources
  • Increase in demand for water treatment

Threats

  • Stringent environmental regulations
  • Rising operating costs
  • Water scarcity and drought
  • Competition from larger utility companies
  • Economic downturns affecting demand

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • WTRG
  • CTWS
  • AWR

Competitive Landscape

Artesian Resources Corporation competes with other publicly traded water utilities as well as municipal water systems. Artesian's advantages include its local market knowledge and strong customer relationships. Disadvantages include less diversification and scale.

Major Acquisitions

Frankford Utility Company

  • Year: 2017
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3.5
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded the company's service territory and customer base in Sussex County, Delaware.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Artesian Resources Corporation has experienced steady growth in revenues and earnings over the past decade, driven by organic expansion and acquisitions.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in the water and wastewater industry, driven by population growth and infrastructure investment. Artesian Resources Corporation is expected to benefit from these trends and achieve above-average growth.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in infrastructure upgrades, acquisitions of smaller water systems, and expansion into new markets.

Summary

Artesian Resources Corporation is a stable company and a consistent performer in the regulated water and wastewater utility sector. Its strengths lie in its strong regional presence, consistent growth, and established dividend payouts. The company needs to focus on diversification and potential market expansion beyond its core service areas while monitoring regulatory changes and economic impacts.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Artesian Resources Corporation SEC Filings (10K, 10Q), Investor Presentations, Company Website, Financial News Articles

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is approximate and based on available information.

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About Artesian Resources Corporation

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Newark, DE, United States
IPO Launch date 1996-05-23
President, CEO, Senior VP of Investor Relations & Chair of Board Ms. Nicholle R. Taylor
Sector Utilities
Industry Utilities - Regulated Water
Full time employees 245
Full time employees 245

Artesian Resources Corporation provides water, wastewater, and other services in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The company distributes and sells water to residential, commercial, industrial, governmental, municipal, and utility customers, as well as for public and private fire protection in the states of Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania; and offers wastewater collection, treatment infrastructure, and wastewater services to customers in Delaware. It provides contract water and wastewater services; water, sewer, and internal service line protection plans; and wastewater management services, as well as design, construction, and engineering services. In addition, the company offers services to other water utilities; owns real estate properties, including land for office buildings, a water treatment plant, and wastewater facility; and provides design, installation, maintenance, and repair services related to existing or proposed storm water management systems. As of December 31, 2024, it served customers in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania through 1,491 miles of transmission and distribution mains. The company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Newark, Delaware.