Essential Utilities (WTRG 3.86%), a regulated utility specializing in water, wastewater, and natural gas services, reported its second quarter 2025 results on August 1, 2025. The key news was significant outperformance versus expectations. Earnings per share (GAAP) were $0.38, surpassing the analyst GAAP estimate of $0.30. Revenue (GAAP) reached $514.9 million, well above the GAAP revenue forecast of $469.75 million. Net income and operating income (GAAP) both saw double-digit growth. The quarter was marked ...