Essential Utilities Shares Face Investor Skepticism Following Merger Announcement

Essential Utilities finds itself at a critical juncture as market participants react to its proposed combination with American Water Works. The October 27, 2025, revelation of an all-stock merger has triggered a sustained downward trend in the company’s share price. Six consecutive trading sessions have produced negative returns, with the equity declining 6.17% over a ten-day period. The stock most recently traded at $38.79, reflecting investor concerns about the transaction’s implications.

This strategic combination represents a pure stock transaction where Essential Utilities shareholders will receive 0.305 shares of American Water Works for each common share they currently hold. Upon completion, these investors would collectively own approximately 31% of the newly formed entity, which is projected Read more...