California Water/$CWT
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About California Water
California Water Service Group is a U.S. water and utilities holding company based in California. The company engages in the production, treatment, storage, distribution, and sale of water for various uses. The firm operates through its subsidiaries, which can be divided between regulated and unregulated businesses. The regulated public utilities subsidiaries operate in California, New Mexico, Washington, and Hawaii. The unregulated subsidiaries provide water utility services to private companies and municipalities. The company derives the majority of its revenue from its operations in California and, overall, from residential customers.
Ticker
$CWT
Sector
Primary listing
NYSE
Industry
Water Utilities
Headquarters
Employees
1,278
ISIN
US1307881029
Website
California Water Metrics
BasicAdvanced
$2.7B
20.11
$2.26
0.55
$1.20
2.64%
Price and volume
Market cap
$2.7B
Beta
0.55
52-week high
$55.48
52-week low
$41.64
Average daily volume
351K
Dividend rate
$1.20
Financial strength
Current ratio
0.528
Quick ratio
0.316
Long term debt to equity
67.67
Total debt to equity
89.573
Interest coverage (TTM)
3.39%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
342.505
Gross margin (TTM)
54.39%
Net profit margin (TTM)
13.84%
Operating margin (TTM)
21.47%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
17.51%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
$760,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
2.59%
Return on equity (TTM)
8.61%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
20.113
Price to revenue (TTM)
2.773
Price to book
1.67
Price to tangible book (TTM)
1.7
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.64%
Forward dividend yield
2.64%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
3.83%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-9.59%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
5.93%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
4.77%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
4.11%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
5.47%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
6.64%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
5.70%
What the Analysts think about California Water
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for California Water stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
California Water Service Group (CWT) reported a significant increase in operating revenue to $1.037 billion in 2024, up from $794.6 million in 2023, indicating strong financial growth. (globenewswire.com)
The company achieved a record capital investment of $471 million in water system infrastructure in 2024, demonstrating a commitment to long-term growth and service reliability. (globenewswire.com)
Wells Fargo upgraded CWT's rating from 'Equal-Weight' to 'Overweight' in January 2025, reflecting increased confidence in the company's performance and outlook. (nasdaq.com)
The California Public Utilities Commission dismissed CWT's application to track capital costs for PFAS treatment in a pre-approved memorandum account, potentially impacting cost recovery. (globenewswire.com)
CWT's proposed rate increases of 17.1% in 2026, 7.7% in 2027, and 8.1% in 2028 may face regulatory scrutiny, potentially affecting future revenue growth. (stocktitan.net)
The company's substantial capital investments, while aimed at infrastructure improvement, could strain financial resources and impact short-term profitability. (globenewswire.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 7 Jul 2025.
California Water Financial Performance
Revenues and expenses
California Water Earnings Performance
Company profitability
California Water News
AllArticlesVideos
California Water Service to Own, Operate New Silverwood Development's Wastewater and Recycled Water Systems
GlobeNewsWire·2 weeks ago
Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission Sets New Rates for Washington Water Service's Stroh's Water System to Help Keep Service Safe and Reliable
GlobeNewsWire·1 month ago
California Water Service Enters into Agreement to Acquire Casa Loma Water Company and Palm Mutual Water Company
GlobeNewsWire·1 month ago
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for California Water stock?
California Water (CWT) has a market cap of $2.7B as of July 08, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for California Water stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for California Water (CWT) stock is 20.11 as of July 08, 2025.
Does California Water stock pay dividends?
Yes, the California Water (CWT) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 08, 2025, the dividend rate is $1.2 and the yield is 2.64%. California Water has a payout ratio of 0% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next California Water dividend payment date?
The next California Water (CWT) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for California Water?
California Water (CWT) has a beta rating of 0.55. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.