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H2O AmericaNasdaqGS:HTO Stock Report

Market Cap US$2.4b
Share Price
US$57.16
US$64.33
11.2% undervalued intrinsic discount
1Y7.2%
7D1.7%
Portfolio Value
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H2O America

NasdaqGS:HTO Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.4b

H2O America (HTO) Stock Overview

Through its subsidiaries, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. More details

HTO fundamental analysis
Snowflake Score
Valuation0/6
Future Growth1/6
Past Performance3/6
Financial Health2/6
Dividends4/6

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Price History & Performance

Summary of share price highs, lows and changes for H2O America
Historical stock prices
Current Share PriceUS$57.16
52 Week HighUS$61.87
52 Week LowUS$43.75
Beta0.34
1 Month Change-2.74%
3 Month Change9.15%
1 Year Change7.20%
3 Year Change-24.97%
5 Year Change-9.05%
Change since IPO3,620.24%

Recent News & Updates

Seeking Alpha May 01

H2O America: Dividend King Selling At A Discount To Fair Market Value

Summary H2O America earns a BUY rating for its reliable, growing dividend and undervalued share price. HTO's growth is fueled by new connections, strategic acquisitions like Quadvest, and consistent rate increases. Management targets a 6–8% EPS CAGR through 2030, supported by sector-leading margins and robust regulatory relationships. Valuation models indicate 11.6–15.1% annualized returns, with a 3.1% yield and 58 years of dividend growth underpinning long-term appeal. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Apr 27

HTO: Follow On Offerings And Lock Up Terms Will Support Steady Outlook

Analysts have lifted their price target on H2O America by about $1.73, reflecting updated assumptions that include revenue growth of 9.22%, a profit margin of 16.68% and a future P/E of 19.01x. What's in the News H2O America filed a follow on equity offering for $550 million of common stock.

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha May 01

H2O America: Dividend King Selling At A Discount To Fair Market Value

Summary H2O America earns a BUY rating for its reliable, growing dividend and undervalued share price. HTO's growth is fueled by new connections, strategic acquisitions like Quadvest, and consistent rate increases. Management targets a 6–8% EPS CAGR through 2030, supported by sector-leading margins and robust regulatory relationships. Valuation models indicate 11.6–15.1% annualized returns, with a 3.1% yield and 58 years of dividend growth underpinning long-term appeal. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Apr 27

HTO: Follow On Offerings And Lock Up Terms Will Support Steady Outlook

Analysts have lifted their price target on H2O America by about $1.73, reflecting updated assumptions that include revenue growth of 9.22%, a profit margin of 16.68% and a future P/E of 19.01x. What's in the News H2O America filed a follow on equity offering for $550 million of common stock.
Narrative Update Apr 12

HTO: Equity Issuance And Dividend Policy Will Support A Steady Outlook

Analysts kept their $62.60 price target for H2O America unchanged, citing stable assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as the basis for maintaining their view. What's in the News H2O America filed a follow on equity offering of US$550 million in common stock, adding to its capital raising activity in the public markets (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Mar 29

HTO: Equity Issuance And Dividend Increases Will Support A Balanced Outlook

Analysts kept their $62.60 price target for H2O America unchanged, citing largely consistent assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, with only negligible technical adjustments in the underlying model inputs. What's in the News H2O America filed a follow on equity offering of $400 million in common stock, signaling plans to raise additional capital through the public markets (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Mar 15

HTO: Capital Raises And Dividend Policy Will Shape A Balanced Outlook

Analysts have raised their price target for H2O America to $62.60 from $61.67, reflecting updated assumptions regarding revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. What's in the News H2O America completed a follow on equity offering of approximately $608.7m, issuing 11,484,824 common shares at $53 per share with a discount of $1.7225 per share (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Jan 30

H2O America's (NASDAQ:HTO) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.44

H2O America ( NASDAQ:HTO ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 2nd of March to $0.44...
Analysis Article Oct 10

Returns On Capital Are Showing Encouraging Signs At H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO)

To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? One common approach is...
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New Narrative Aug 01

Legislative Wins And Quadvest Integration Will Strengthen Water Infrastructure

Legislative and regulatory wins, along with infrastructure investments and modernization, support stronger earnings predictability and operational efficiency.
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New Narrative Aug 01

Legislative Wins And Quadvest Integration Will Strengthen Water Infrastructure

Legislative and regulatory wins, along with infrastructure investments and modernization, support stronger earnings predictability and operational efficiency.
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New Narrative Aug 01

Legislative Wins And Quadvest Integration Will Strengthen Water Infrastructure

Legislative and regulatory wins, along with infrastructure investments and modernization, support stronger earnings predictability and operational efficiency.
Analysis Article Aug 01

H2O America Just Beat Revenue By 5.8%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

Shareholders might have noticed that H2O America ( NASDAQ:HTO ) filed its quarterly result this time last week. The...
Analysis Article Jul 09

We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO)

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article Jun 24

If EPS Growth Is Important To You, H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO) Presents An Opportunity

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Analysis Article May 20

Is H2O America (NASDAQ:HTO) Using Too Much Debt?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article May 02

SJW Group Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Predictions

SJW Group ( NASDAQ:SJW ) just released its quarterly report and things are looking bullish. It was overall a positive...
Analysis Article Apr 30

Calculating The Fair Value Of SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW)

Key Insights The projected fair value for SJW Group is US$52.34 based on Dividend Discount Model With US$56.80 share...
Analysis Article Apr 08

SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) Is Experiencing Growth In Returns On Capital

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Firstly, we'll want to see a proven...
Seeking Alpha Mar 31

SJW Group: A Dividend King On Sale

Summary SJW Group is a regulated private utility providing water services in multiple states, offering a stable and safe 3.02% dividend yield and consistent dividend growth for 57 years. SJW has proven itself to be a company that can generate consistently growing revenue, net income, and dividends. SJW is trading below its fair value, and investors desiring certainty, and stability in uncertain times like this should consider having this company in your portfolio. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Mar 07

SJW Group's (NASDAQ:SJW) Profits Appear To Have Quality Issues

SJW Group's ( NASDAQ:SJW ) robust recent earnings didn't do much to move the stock. However the statutory profit number...
Analysis Article Mar 01

SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW) Just Released Its Yearly Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think

SJW Group ( NASDAQ:SJW ) defied analyst predictions to release its annual results, which were ahead of market...
Analysis Article Jan 30

Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW)

With a median price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of close to 19x in the United States, you could be forgiven for...
Seeking Alpha Jan 10

SJW Group: Snatch Up This Discounted Dividend King Now

Summary Later this month, SJW Group will likely up its payout for the 57th consecutive year. The water utility topped analysts' expectations for revenue and non-GAAP EPS in Q3 2024. SJW Group boasts an A- credit rating from S&P. Shares of the water utility could be priced at a 25% discount to fair value. SJW Group may be set up to deliver 16% annual total returns through 2027. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Nov 22

Calculating The Fair Value Of SJW Group (NASDAQ:SJW)

Key Insights SJW Group's estimated fair value is US$52.67 based on Dividend Discount Model Current share price of...
Seeking Alpha Oct 26

SJW Group: A Good Investment For A Couple Of Years

Summary SJW Group stock's current valuation and near-term profit outlook support a positive short to mid-term investment thesis. Despite its stability, SJW has long term underperformed the benchmark, making it less suitable for decade-long investments. The consistent increase in the number of shares issued by the company over the past decade reduces returns for investors. SJW Group has the highest debt/equity ratio compared to its competitors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Oct 25

Earnings Not Telling The Story For SJW Group (NYSE:SJW)

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 18x, you may...
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New Narrative Sep 24

Rate Hikes, Infrastructure Investments, And Sustainability Efforts Poised To Propel Growth

Anticipated approval of rate increases in key regions expected to drive revenue growth through enhanced pricing structures, improving ability to cover costs.
Seeking Alpha Aug 31

SJW Group: Buy This Dividend King On Sale Now

Summary The boring and predictable nature of water utilities makes them some of my favorite investments. SJW Group's operating revenue and adjusted diluted EPS climbed higher in Q2. The company's debt-to-capitalization ratio is healthy and steadily improving. The water utility looks poised to generate 30%+ cumulative total returns by the end of 2026. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Aug 10

Is SJW Group (NYSE:SJW) Using Too Much Debt?

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Analysis Article Jul 03

A Look At The Fair Value Of SJW Group (NYSE:SJW)

Key Insights SJW Group's estimated fair value is US$48.12 based on Dividend Discount Model With US$54.75 share price...
Analysis Article Jun 14

Here's Why Shareholders May Want To Be Cautious With Increasing SJW Group's (NYSE:SJW) CEO Pay Packet

Key Insights SJW Group will host its Annual General Meeting on 20th of June Total pay for CEO Eric Thornburg includes...
Analysis Article Jun 11

SJW Group's (NYSE:SJW) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article Apr 26

SJW Group (NYSE:SJW) Seems To Be Using A Lot Of Debt

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Analysis Article Apr 07

SJW Group's (NYSE:SJW) Share Price Could Signal Some Risk

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...
Analysis Article Mar 19

Estimating The Fair Value Of SJW Group (NYSE:SJW)

Key Insights The projected fair value for SJW Group is US$47.95 based on Dividend Discount Model With US$55.79 share...

Shareholder Returns

HTOUS Water UtilitiesUS Market
7D1.7%-4.1%3.2%
1Y7.2%-11.1%31.0%

Return vs Industry: HTO exceeded the US Water Utilities industry which returned -11.1% over the past year.

Return vs Market: HTO underperformed the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.

Price Volatility

Is HTO's price volatile compared to industry and market?
HTO volatility
HTO Average Weekly Movement3.8%
Water Utilities Industry Average Movement4.0%
Market Average Movement7.1%
10% most volatile stocks in US Market16.1%
10% least volatile stocks in US Market3.2%

Stable Share Price: HTO has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.

Volatility Over Time: HTO's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.

About the Company

FoundedEmployeesCEOWebsite
1985837Andrew Walterswww.h2o-america.com

H2O America, through its subsidiaries, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company engages in production, purchase, storage, purification, distribution, wholesale, and retail sale of water and wastewater services; and supplies groundwater from wells, surface water from watershed run-off and diversion, reclaimed water, and imported water purchased from Valley Water District. It also offers non-tariffed services, including water system operations, maintenance agreements, and antenna site leases; contracted services, sewer operations, and other water related services; and a Linebacker protection plan for public drinking water customers in Connecticut and Maine.

H2O America Fundamentals Summary

How do H2O America's earnings and revenue compare to its market cap?
HTO fundamental statistics
Market capUS$2.41b
Earnings (TTM)US$105.04m
Revenue (TTM)US$816.28m
22.8x
P/E Ratio
2.9x
P/S Ratio

Earnings & Revenue

Key profitability statistics from the latest earnings report (TTM)
HTO income statement (TTM)
RevenueUS$816.28m
Cost of RevenueUS$352.39m
Gross ProfitUS$463.89m
Other ExpensesUS$358.85m
EarningsUS$105.04m

Last Reported Earnings

Mar 31, 2026

Next Earnings Date

n/a

Earnings per share (EPS)2.51
Gross Margin56.83%
Net Profit Margin12.87%
Debt/Equity Ratio102.2%

How did HTO perform over the long term?

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Dividends

3.1%
Current Dividend Yield
58%
Payout Ratio

Does HTO pay a reliable dividends?

See HTO dividend history and benchmarks
When do you need to buy HTO by to receive an upcoming dividend?
H2O America dividend dates
Ex Dividend DateMay 11 2026
Dividend Pay DateJun 01 2026
Days until Ex dividend2 days
Days until Dividend pay date23 days

Does HTO pay a reliable dividends?

See HTO dividend history and benchmarks

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 11:55
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.

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Industry and Sector Metrics

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Analyst Sources

H2O America is covered by 12 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Davis SunderlandBaird
Eric BeaumontBarclays
Nicholas CampanellaBarclays