UNITIL CORP (UTL) Unitil Corporation functions as a public utility holding company, with its primary operations centered on the provision of electricity and natural gas. The company's activities are categorized into three main divisions: Utility Electric Operations, Utility Gas Operations, and Non-Regulated services. It delivers electricity to consumers in New Hampshire's southeastern coastal areas and its capital region, alongside the wider Fitchburg vicinity in north-central Massachusetts. Its natural gas services span southeastern New Hampshire, various locales within southern and central Maine (including the cities of Portland and the Lewiston-Auburn region), and also the extended Fitchburg area of north-central Massachusetts. Additionally, Unitil operates an 86-mile subterranean interstate natural gas transmission pipeline, which supplies crucial pipeline access and transportation amenities, mainly throughout Maine and New Hampshire. Beyond its core utility offerings, the corporation furnishes energy brokering and consulting services to commercial and industrial clients, alongside managing real estate assets. Currently, it caters to approximately 107,700 electricity users and 86,600 natural gas customers. Unitil Corporation was established in 1984 and is based in Hampton, New Hampshire.
Sector: Electric & Other Services Combined
Industry: Diversified Utilities
Unitil Corporation NYSE:UTL Utilities · Diversified Utilities
Mkt Cap $1.05B
Div Yield 3.33%
CLOSED · Nov 6 $56.38 CLOSED · Nov 6 Prev close $56.60 Close $56.38 0.00% AH close $56.38 VOL 194K $ Vol $10.9M RVOL 1.76x
Mkt Cap $1.05B
VOL 194K sh
$ Vol $10.9M
RVOL 1.76×
Div Yield 3.33%
Press Release ⚠ 3
Unitil Reports 2026 Third Quarter Earnings
Unitil reported a Q3 2026 GAAP net loss of ($1.5) million, or ($0.08) per share, a $1.2 million deterioration from the year-ago quarter, though Q3 losses are typical for this heating-season-weighted utility.
For the first nine months of 2026, net income rose $5.2 million to $36.4 million ($2.02 EPS), with adjusted EPS of $2.12 up $0.09 year-over-year.
Total Q3 operating revenue grew to $109.5 million from $101.1 million, driven by higher rates, customer growth, and contributions from the Maine Natural and Aquarion acquisitions.
Rising interest expense (up $2.1 million in Q3) and integration of recently acquired gas and water utilities are the key items to watch on the November 3 conference call.
• 6d ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Declares Common Stock Dividend
Unitil's board declared the regular quarterly dividend of $0.475 per share, payable November 30, 2026, to shareholders of record November 13, 2026.
The payout implies an unchanged effective annualized dividend rate of $1.90 per share.
Unitil is a New England utility holding company serving roughly 110,100 electric, 105,000 natural gas, and 10,700 water customers across New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts.
• 11d ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Releases Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility Report
Unitil Corporation released its 2026 Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility Report, covering 2025 progress and 2026 initiatives.
The report addresses carbon reduction, safety and reliability, governance, employee development, and customer engagement, and aligns with SASB standards plus AGA and EEI reporting templates.
No financial results or guidance were disclosed; the release is a routine annual ESG disclosure.
• 12d ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Schedules Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Unitil scheduled its Q3 2026 earnings release for after market close on November 2, 2026, with a conference call and webcast on November 3 at 2:00 p.m. ET.
The release contains no financial results; it is a calendar notice with webcast access details.
Unitil is a public utility holding company serving roughly 110,100 electric, 105,000 gas, and 10,700 water customers in New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts.
• 19d ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Reports 2026 Second Quarter Earnings
Unitil reported Q2 2026 net income of $4.7 million, or $0.26 per share, an increase from $4.0 million, or $0.25 per share, in the prior year. Adjusted net income, excluding transaction costs, was $5.2 million, or $0.29 per share, reflecting growth across its electric and gas segments.
The company's performance was driven by higher rates and customer growth, with Electric Adjusted Gross Margin rising to $31.6 million and Gas Adjusted Gross Margin reaching $40.6 million. Recent acquisitions of Maine Natural Gas and Aquarion water companies further strengthened the regulated utility portfolio.
The Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.475 per share, maintaining an annualized rate of $1.90 and extending the company's unbroken record of dividend payments.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Declares Common Stock Dividend
Unitil Corporation's Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.475 per share on the company's common stock.
The dividend is payable on August 31, 2026, to shareholders of record on August 17, 2026.
This declaration results in a current effective annualized dividend rate of $1.90 per share.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Schedules Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Unitil Corporation scheduled the release of its second quarter 2026 earnings after the market closes on August 3, 2026.
The company will host a conference call and webcast on August 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET to review the quarterly results, with presentation materials available beforehand.
Unitil is a public utility holding company serving approximately 110,100 electric customers, 105,000 natural gas customers, and 10,700 water customers across New England.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ⚠ 2
Unitil Completes Purchase of Two Water Companies in New Hampshire from the Aquarion Water Authority
Unitil Corporation completed its acquisition of Aquarion Water Company of New Hampshire and Abenaki Water Co. from the Aquarion Water Authority for $55.8 million, marking the company's entry into regulated water utility service in New Hampshire.
The acquired systems serve approximately 11,000 customers across eight New Hampshire communities with an estimated rate base of $47.0 million. The purchase was funded entirely through a term loan from Scotiabank.
Management expects the acquisition to be earnings accretive over the long term, supporting Unitil's 5% to 7% long-term EPS growth target. Post-closing, Unitil serves approximately 226,100 electric, gas, and water customers across New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts.
• 4mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Reports 2026 First Quarter Earnings
Unitil reported Q1 2026 net income of $33.2 million, or $1.85 per share, up 21% from the prior year, driven by colder weather and customer growth in its gas segment.
Adjusted net income, excluding acquisition costs, rose to $33.8 million, or $1.88 per share, reflecting strong operational performance and the integration of recent acquisitions like Maine Natural Gas.
The Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.475 per share, maintaining an unbroken record of dividend payments.
• 6mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Shareholders Elect Directors at Annual Meeting
Unitil shareholders elected Neveen F. Awad, Winfield S. Brown, and Mark H. Collin to three-year terms on the Board of Directors at the annual meeting.
Shareholders also ratified Deloitte & Touche, LLP as independent auditors for 2026 and approved the executive compensation advisory vote with 96% support.
CEO Thomas P. Meissner presented highlights from 2025, including recent acquisitions, and outlined strategies for long-term sustainable value.
• 6mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Unitil Declares Common Stock Dividend
Unitil’s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.475 per share, payable May 29, 2026 to shareholders of record on May 14, 2026.
This payment results in a current effective annualized dividend rate of $1.90 per share, consistent with the company's status as a utility holding company.
Unitil delivers electricity and natural gas to approximately 110,100 electric customers and 105,000 natural gas customers across Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts.
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