United Utilities Group/£UU
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About United Utilities Group
United Utilities Group PLC is a water and wastewater services company based in Warrington, England. The company is primarily involved in the management and supply of water and wastewater services in the North West of England. United Utilities operates under a regulated utility framework, focusing on the delivery and maintenance of infrastructure facilities for water collection, treatment, and conveyance. With a strong regional presence, the company serves millions of households and businesses, providing essential services and adhering to strict environmental standards. Strategic investments in operational efficiency and sustainable practices characterize its approach to maintaining service reliability and environmental stewardship.
Ticker
£UU
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Employees
6,631
Headquarters
Website
UU Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£8.3B
31.37
£0.39
0.45
£0.52
4.27%
Price and volume
Market cap
£8.3B
Beta
0.45
52-week high
£12.26
52-week low
£9.28
Average daily volume
1.8M
Dividend rate
£0.52
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.937
Quick ratio
1.903
Long term debt to equity
516.356
Total debt to equity
539.462
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
130.00%
Interest coverage (TTM)
1.73%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
1,098.9
Gross margin (TTM)
91.09%
Net profit margin (TTM)
12.34%
Operating margin (TTM)
29.63%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
25.44%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£320,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
2.45%
Return on equity (TTM)
13.05%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
31.37
Price to revenue (TTM)
3.859
Price to book
4.13
Price to tangible book (TTM)
4.36
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
-103.608
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
-0.97%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
-0.117
Dividend yield (TTM)
4.27%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
10.04%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
108.06%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
4.82%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
2.23%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
66.86%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-0.25%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
6.03%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
3.24%
What the Analysts think about UU
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for United Utilities Group stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Ofwat’s PR24 framework includes ring-fenced investment funding with a claw-back guarantee, ensuring any unspent capital is returned to customers and bolstering United Utilities’ capital discipline and project delivery (Ofwat)
United Utilities has fully pre-funded its AMP8 investment requirements and begun early funding of its £9 bn capex programme, securing financial certainty and reducing equity-raise risk for its infrastructure projects (Investegate)
The UK government’s decision to abolish Ofwat and consolidate water industry regulation into a single, more powerful regulator aims to streamline oversight, reducing regulatory complexity and potentially improving the operating environment for United Utilities (Financial Times)
The transitional two-year period to replace Ofwat with a new single regulator introduces significant regulatory uncertainty and potential delays in decision-making, which could hinder United Utilities’ AMP8 investment timelines (Financial Times)
The UK National Audit Office warned that regulators, including Ofwat, lack a coherent strategy for upgrading the country’s ageing water infrastructure, highlighting oversight deficiencies that may challenge United Utilities' ability to coordinate large-scale projects efficiently (Financial Times)
As of 31 March 2025, United Utilities’ net debt rose to £9.35 bn with gearing at 60%, elevating its leverage and potentially constraining financial flexibility if operational cash flows underperform (Investegate)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 7 Nov 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for United Utilities Group stock?
United Utilities Group (UU) has a market cap of £8.3B as of November 11, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for United Utilities Group stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for United Utilities Group (UU) stock is 31.37 as of November 11, 2025.
Does United Utilities Group stock pay dividends?
Yes, the United Utilities Group (UU) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of November 11, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.5185 and the yield is 4.27%. United Utilities Group has a payout ratio of 130% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next United Utilities Group dividend payment date?
The next United Utilities Group (UU) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for United Utilities Group?
United Utilities Group (UU) has a beta rating of 0.45. 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.