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Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: ARTNA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
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
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -33.23% | Avg. Invested days 16 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 345.04M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.42 | 1Y Target Price 46 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.42 | 1Y Target Price 46 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.32 | 52 Weeks Range 28.63 - 37.52 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 28.63 - 37.52 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.63% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.17 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-04 | When - | Estimate 0.55 | Actual 0.61 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 20.27% | Operating Margin (TTM) 35.09% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.76% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.42 | Forward PE 17.86 | Enterprise Value 524487781 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.12 |
Enterprise Value 524487781 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.12 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.75 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.02 | Shares Outstanding 9429150 | Shares Floating 9279335 |
Shares Outstanding 9429150 | Shares Floating 9279335 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.02 | Percent Institutions 58.43 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Artesian Resources Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Artesian Resources Corporation was founded in 1905 as Artesian Water Company. Over the years, it has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion to become a leading provider of water and wastewater services in Delaware and surrounding areas.
Core Business Areas
- Water: Provides regulated water service to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
- Wastewater: Offers wastewater collection and treatment services.
- Other Services: Includes contract services, wholesale water sales, and other related services.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure includes various departments responsible for operations, finance, and administration.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Regulated Water Service: Provides clean, reliable water to customers. Artesian has a dominant market share within its service territory in Delaware. Competitors are smaller municipal water systems and private well owners.
- Wastewater Treatment: Collects and treats wastewater to meet environmental standards. Competitors include municipal wastewater treatment facilities.
- Water Management Services: Offers contract and wholesale water services. Competitors depend on the geographical area of the contract.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The water and wastewater industry is characterized by regulated monopolies, aging infrastructure, and increasing environmental concerns.
Positioning
Artesian is a well-established player in its region, benefiting from its scale, operational expertise, and regulatory relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for water and wastewater services in Delaware and surrounding areas is estimated at $500 million annually. Artesian holds a significant share of this market within its service territory.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established market position
- Regulated business model
- Operational expertise
- Strong customer base
- Consistent profitability
Weaknesses
- Geographic concentration
- Dependence on regulatory approvals
- Capital intensive
- Susceptibility to drought and environmental changes
Opportunities
- Acquisitions of smaller water systems
- Expansion into new service areas
- Investment in infrastructure upgrades
- Growing demand for water and wastewater services
- Technological advancements in water treatment
Threats
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Environmental regulations
- Competition from municipal water systems
- Drought and water scarcity
- Rising operating costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SJW Group (SJW)
- American Water Works (AWK)
- Essential Utilities (WTRG)
Competitive Landscape
Artesian competes with other water and wastewater utilities. Artesian's advantages include its local focus and operational expertise.
Major Acquisitions
Middletown Water System
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 15
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Artesian's service territory in a growing area.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Artesian's growth has been driven by organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth, driven by population growth and infrastructure investments.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in infrastructure upgrades and acquisitions of smaller water systems.
Summary
Artesian Resources is a stable utility company with a solid market position in Delaware. Its regulated business model provides consistent revenue, but it faces challenges from environmental regulations and capital expenditure needs. The company's growth strategy focuses on organic expansion and acquisitions, and its dividend payout history appeals to income-seeking investors. Artesian needs to manage its capital spending and prepare for environmental regulations to ensure continued success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company website
- SEC filings
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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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 | Website https://www.artesianwater.com |
Full time employees 245 | Website https://www.artesianwater.com | ||
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.
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