Middlesex Water/$MSEX
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About Middlesex Water
Middlesex Water Co owns and operates regulated water utility and wastewater systems in the U.S. The firm operates in the eastern states of New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. The company has two operating segments, Regulated and Non-Regulated. The regulated business includes collecting and distributing water to residential, commercial, industrial, and fire protection consumers. The non-regulated business includes contract services for the operation of private water and wastewater systems. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Regulated segment and from residential customers.
Ticker
$MSEX
Sector
Primary listing
Industry
Water Utilities
Headquarters
Employees
360
ISIN
US5966801087
Website
Middlesex Water Metrics
BasicAdvanced
$965M
22.43
$2.40
0.88
$1.35
2.53%
Price and volume
Market cap
$965M
Beta
0.88
52-week high
$69.33
52-week low
$48.18
Average daily volume
109K
Dividend rate
$1.35
Financial strength
Current ratio
0.459
Quick ratio
0.327
Long term debt to equity
78.446
Total debt to equity
87.815
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
55.28%
Interest coverage (TTM)
4.45%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
89.834
Gross margin (TTM)
52.46%
Net profit margin (TTM)
22.05%
Operating margin (TTM)
30.60%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
13.59%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
$540,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
2.96%
Return on equity (TTM)
9.80%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
22.432
Price to revenue (TTM)
4.915
Price to book
2.15
Price to tangible book (TTM)
2.15
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
-71.839
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
-1.39%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
-74.95%
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.50%
Forward dividend yield
2.53%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
16.02%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
18.33%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
10.05%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
5.12%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
0.49%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
7.54%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
5.74%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
5.69%
What the Analysts think about Middlesex Water
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Middlesex Water stock.
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Middlesex Water Company reported a significant increase in net income for 2024, reaching $44.4 million, up from $31.5 million in 2023, primarily due to a base rate increase and higher customer demand. (Middlesex Water Company Reports 2024 Financial Results)
The company plans to invest approximately $387 million from 2025 through 2027 to upgrade and enhance its water and wastewater infrastructure, indicating a strong commitment to long-term growth and service reliability. (Middlesex Water Company Reports 2024 Financial Results)
Middlesex Water has increased its common dividend for the 52nd consecutive year by 4.62%, reflecting financial stability and a commitment to returning value to shareholders. (Middlesex Water Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results)
Operations and maintenance expenses increased by $9.3 million in 2024 compared to 2023, due to higher legal, financial, and regulatory costs, as well as increased labor and energy expenses, which could impact profit margins. (Middlesex Water Company Reports 2024 Financial Results)
The company's substantial planned capital expenditures of $387 million from 2025 through 2027 may lead to increased debt or dilution if financed through equity, potentially affecting financial flexibility. (Middlesex Water Company Reports 2024 Financial Results)
Regulatory challenges, such as the need for rate approvals and compliance with environmental standards, could delay projects and increase costs, impacting the company's financial performance. (Middlesex Water Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 10 Jul 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Middlesex Water stock?
Middlesex Water (MSEX) has a market cap of $965M as of July 18, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Middlesex Water stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Middlesex Water (MSEX) stock is 22.43 as of July 18, 2025.
Does Middlesex Water stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Middlesex Water (MSEX) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of July 18, 2025, the dividend rate is $1.345 and the yield is 2.53%. Middlesex Water has a payout ratio of 55.28% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Middlesex Water dividend payment date?
The next Middlesex Water (MSEX) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Middlesex Water?
Middlesex Water (MSEX) has a beta rating of 0.88. 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.