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UNITIL Corporation (UTL)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/16/2025: UTL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $63
1 Year Target Price $63
1 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -13.44% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 847.97M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.86 | 1Y Target Price 63 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.86 | 1Y Target Price 63 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.64 | 52 Weeks Range 48.92 - 62.02 | Updated Date 07/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 48.92 - 62.02 | Updated Date 07/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.44% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.92 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.73% | Operating Margin (TTM) 27.23% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.29% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.07% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.86 | Forward PE 19.88 | Enterprise Value 1659171411 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.74 |
Enterprise Value 1659171411 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.74 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.41 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.2 | Shares Outstanding 16260200 | Shares Floating 15922198 |
Shares Outstanding 16260200 | Shares Floating 15922198 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.02 | Percent Institutions 79.67 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 1 | Target Price 63 | Buy - | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
UNITIL Corporation

Company Overview
History and Background
UNITIL Corporation was founded in 1984. It evolved from Exeter & Hampton Electric Company, established in 1885, and has grown through acquisitions and expansions of its utility services.
Core Business Areas
- Electric Distribution: Distributes electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Maine.
- Natural Gas Distribution: Distributes natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Leadership and Structure
UNITIL is led by its Board of Directors and Executive Management Team, including the CEO and CFO. The company is structured into operational divisions corresponding to its electric and gas distribution businesses.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Electric Distribution Services: Distribution of electricity, accounting for a significant portion of UNITIL's revenue. Market share varies by specific service territory but is generally high within its defined service areas. Competitors include Eversource Energy (ES) and Central Maine Power (CMP) in overlapping regions.
- Natural Gas Distribution Services: Distribution of natural gas. Market share also varies but is dominant in its service territories. Competitors include Liberty Utilities and National Grid (NGG) in overlapping regions.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The utility industry is characterized by regulated rates, significant capital investments, and increasing focus on renewable energy and grid modernization.
Positioning
UNITIL is a regional utility company focused on providing reliable and affordable electricity and natural gas services. Its competitive advantages include its established infrastructure, local market knowledge, and strong relationships with regulators.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM is estimated at billions, considering the energy consumption needs of New England. Unitil is well-positioned to grow its portion of the TAM by adding more customers within its existing service territory.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Reliable Infrastructure
- Established Market Position
- Strong Regulatory Relationships
- Stable Revenue Streams
Weaknesses
- Limited Geographic Diversification
- Dependence on Regulatory Approvals
- Exposure to Commodity Price Fluctuations
- High Capital Expenditure Requirements
Opportunities
- Expansion of Renewable Energy Portfolio
- Infrastructure Modernization
- Acquisition of Smaller Utilities
- Government Incentives for Green Energy
Threats
- Changes in Regulatory Policies
- Fluctuations in Energy Prices
- Economic Downturns
- Increased Competition from Alternative Energy Sources
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ES
- NGG
- AVANGRID
Competitive Landscape
UNITIL faces competition from larger utilities with greater financial resources. However, it benefits from its local market knowledge and strong regulatory relationships.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: UNITIL's growth has been steady, driven by infrastructure investments and customer growth within its service territories.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued moderate growth, driven by infrastructure modernization and regulatory support for renewable energy investments.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in smart grid technologies, renewable energy projects, and infrastructure upgrades.
Summary
UNITIL is a stable, regional utility company with a strong position in its service territories. Its reliable infrastructure and regulatory relationships are strengths, but it faces challenges from commodity price fluctuations and limited geographic diversification. Growth opportunities lie in renewable energy and infrastructure modernization.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- UNITIL Investor Relations
- Analyst Reports
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is approximate and may vary based on the source and definition.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About UNITIL Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Hampton, NH, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-03-17 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Thomas P. Meissner Jr. | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Diversified | Full time employees 565 | Website https://unitil.com |
Full time employees 565 | Website https://unitil.com |
Unitil Corporation, a public utility holding company, engages in the distribution of electricity and natural gas. It operates through two segments, Utility Electric Operations, Utility Gas Operations. The company distributes electricity in the southeastern seacoast and state capital regions of New Hampshire, and the greater Fitchburg area of north central Massachusetts; and distributes natural gas in southeastern New Hampshire and portions of southern and central Maine, including the city of Portland and the Lewiston-Auburn area, as well as electricity and natural gas in the greater Fitchburg area of north central Massachusetts. It also operates 85 miles of interstate underground natural gas transmission pipeline that provides interstate natural gas pipeline access and transportation services primarily in Maine and New Hampshire. In addition, the company provides real estate management services. It serves approximately 109,400 electric customers and 89,100 natural gas customers. Unitil Corporation was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Hampton, New Hampshire.
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