UNITIL CORP.

Unitil, a regulated utility serving Maine, New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts, is highlighted for converting rate-base investments into GAAP earnings and pursuing accretive acquisitions including Bangor Gas, Maine Natural Gas and two water utilities bought at about 1.25x rate base. The company expects to grow EPS at a 5%–7% annual pace, consistent with its history. Concerns cited include Unitil's small market size and limited stock liquidity. » More on finance.yahoo.com

Unitil reported adjusted EPS of $0.29 (expectation $0.26) and revenue of $117m (expectation $112m) for Q2 2026, and confirmed its full‑year guidance of $3.20–$3.36 per share. The asset base rose by $200m (+14.9%) and the company added about 6,600 new gas customers, largely due to the acquisition of Maine Natural Gas. Management highlighted strong gas demand and a GAAP return on equity of 9.6%; a five‑year capital plan through 2030 of roughly $1.2bn remains in place. The stock was little changed, but investors remain cautious given valuation concerns and regulatory timelines. » More on de.investing.com

Unitil reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.88 for Q1 2026 (+8% y/y) and revenues of $216.9 million, both above expectations. Growth and margins were mainly supported by acquisitions in Maine (Bangor Natural Gas, Maine Natural Gas), approved rate adjustments and colder weather; the acquisitions added several thousand customers and substantially higher gross margins. Management affirms the full-year 2026 guidance of $3.20–$3.36 EPS, raises the dividend to $1.90 and plans further rate filings as well as the acquisition of Aquarion Water to expand the regulated rate base. » More on de.investing.com