Latest Stock Split Details
Key information about Essential Utilities, Inc.'s most recent stock split
Split Date: 2013-09-03
Split Ratio: 5:4
Price Before Split: $30.63
Price After Split: $24.50
Developer API
Get WTRG split history as JSON
Dates, ratios, split factors, and pre/post-split prices from a single REST call. Look up by ticker, CIK, CUSIP, or ISIN. Free tier, no scraping.
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Impact of the Stock Split
Understanding what this means for shareholders
- The total value of your investment remains the same
- You now own 1.25 times more shares (a 5:4 ratio)
- The price per share is reduced proportionally
Historical Stock Splits
A comprehensive history of Essential Utilities, Inc.'s stock splits
| Date | Ratio | Is Reverse Split | Price Before Split | Price After Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-09-03 | 5:4 | No | $30.63 | $24.50 |
| 2005-12-02 | 4:3 | No | $38.33 | $28.75 |
| 2003-12-02 | 5:4 | No | $26.83 | $21.47 |
| 2001-12-03 | 5:4 | No | $29.71 | $23.77 |
| 2000-12-04 | 5:4 | No | $24.15 | $19.32 |
| 1998-01-13 | 4:3 | No | $28.26 | $21.19 |
| 1996-07-11 | 3:2 | No | $24.74 | $16.49 |
| 1986-09-03 | 3:2 | No | $26.46 | $17.64 |
| 1981-07-01 | 1243:100 | No | $589.94 | $47.46 |
| 1975-06-02 | 2:1 | No | $46.00 | $23.00 |
About Essential Utilities, Inc.
Company overview and industry information
Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) operates in the Regulated Water industry. The recent 5-for-4 stock split reflects the company's growth and strategy to make shares more accessible to a broader range of investors.
Regulated Water
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