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NewJersey Resources Corporation(NJR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$53.16
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NJR

10/23/2026: NJR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

New Jersey Resources Corporation is a regulated utility holding company primarily focused on natural gas distribution in New Jersey, supplemented by a growing clean energy segment. The company is well-regarded by income-focused investors for its consistent, long-term history of dividend growth supported by a stable, regulated utility rate base. Its primary growth strategy involves expanding solar energy assets and modernizing critical gas infrastructure. However, the company faces risks from geographic concentration, seasonal weather dependence, and potential shifts in energy policy that could challenge natural gas demand. Investors should monitor regulatory rate case outcomes and the successful scaling of renewable energy investments as key indicators of future performance.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitNJR offers steady, predictable growth rather than high-octane capital appreciation.
Momentum investorWeak fitUtility stocks typically lack the volatility and rapid price action preferred by momentum traders.
Value investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe company often trades at valuations consistent with utility peers, providing value through yield and long-term stability.
Dividend investorStrong fitNJR is a well-regarded dividend payer with a long history of annual payout increases.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe regulated nature of the primary business provides high predictability and lower beta compared to the broader market.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowUtilities are generally less volatile than the broader market due to their regulated nature.
Valuation riskMediumUtility stocks can be sensitive to interest rate changes which influence valuation premiums.
Competition risk (utility regulation)LowRegulated utilities operate as monopolies in their service territories, insulating them from direct competition.
Business qualityStrongThe core utility business provides a high-quality, essential service with protected revenue streams.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe dividend history is highly stable and represents a core component of the investment thesis.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on regulatory approval for rate increases and project execution in the solar segment.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -9.93%
Avg. Invested days 47
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
NJR receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
NJR has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+15.8%) and solid revenue growth (+13.9%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -11.8%), very low insider ownership of 0.48%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
NJR's financial health is supported by solid efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 0.0% of revenue). Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is NJR's strongest growth driver at +15.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+13.9%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-66.6%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 81.7% and approximately 99.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.48%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 17.73%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.25%
State Street Corp 5.34%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.48%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.25%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
NJR generates approximately $214 of gross profit, $214 of operating income, and $-118 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.41%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
NJR has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.39B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 14.73
1Y Target Price 59.71
Price to earnings Ratio 14.73
1Y Target Price 59.71
Volume (30-day avg) 751.6K shares
Beta 0.5
52 Weeks Range 41.86 - 60.28
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 41.86 - 60.28
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.54%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.61

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Natural Gas DistributionRegulated delivery of natural gas to residential and commercial customers in New Jersey.This is the 'cash cow' providing stable, predictable income.
Clean Energy VenturesDevelopment and operation of solar assets.This is a growth driver focusing on the renewable energy transition.
Geography (New Jersey)Primarily the New Jersey market.Performance is highly tied to New Jersey regulatory decisions and state weather.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 14.73
Forward PE 14.86
Enterprise Value 9.20B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.42
Enterprise Value 9.20B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.42
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.12
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.45
Shares Outstanding 101.47M
Shares Floating 100.86M
Shares Outstanding 101.47M
Shares Floating 100.86M
Percent Insiders 0.48
Percent Institutions 81.74

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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