Artesian Resources Corporation Class A Stock News

Artesian Resources has grown its dividend for 29 consecutive years, which is a testament to its consistency as a dividend grower. The water utility continues to invest in its infrastructure to drive long-term diluted EPS growth. ARTNA is a financially stable water utility, which supports its continued capex.

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NEWARK, Del., Nov. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA), a leading provider of water and wastewater services, and related services, on the Delmarva Peninsula, today announced that its principal operating subsidiary, Artesian Water Company, Inc. (“Artesian”), received approval from the Delaware Public Service Commission, and support from the Delaware Public...

NEWARK, Del., Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA), a leading provider on the Delmarva Peninsula of water and wastewater services, and a number of other related business services, today announced third quarter and year-to-date results for 2025.

NEWARK, Del., Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artesian Resources Corporation (Nasdaq: ARTNA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a 2% increase in the quarterly common stock dividend, which will mark a 4% increase for the year.

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Artesian Resources has built a reputation for itself as a steady dividend grower. The water utility continues to have room to drive further business growth. ARTNA is also financially sound, boasting a high interest coverage ratio.

I rate both ARTNA and WTRG a Buy, citing attractive valuations versus peers and catalysts that could increase their rate bases. ARTNA has the more conservative, low-leverage profile with potential upside if the Delaware rate case is approved, making its current discount appealing. WTRG's scale and acquisition pipeline justify an upgrade; its valuation also looks attractive ahead of potential in...