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Artesian Resources Corp

ARTNANASDAQ

SectorUtilities

IndustryWater Utilities

Beta (adjusted)0.56

Intrinsic Value $44.10median of 6 methods · middle span $34-$59based on filings through 30 Jun 2026

Market Price $33.20Price as of 30 Sep 2026

UndervaluedIntrinsic value is 33% above the market price

−50% · IV below pricenear fair value ±15%IV above price · +50%

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Market Cap $342.9M

Enterprise Value $517.7M

Shares Outstanding 10.3M diluted

Moat Rating None

Next Earnings Date6 Nov 2026

Last ex-dividend15 May 2026

All prices and values are periodic snapshots, not live quotes. Source dates are shown for reference.

Thesis

Street consensus, scenarios, merits, risks, and invalidation triggers

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Thesis Summary

Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA) is a highly stable, defensive water and wastewater utility operating primarily on the Delmarva Peninsula. The company offers a robust dividend yield of approximately 4% and has a long-standing track record of dividend increases, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors. However, its high geographic concentration in Delaware (where 97.5% of its customer base resides) exposes it to significant regulatory risks. While recent temporary rate increases and customer growth have driven solid financial performance, the stock's upside is constrained by pending final rate case approvals and sensitivity to elevated macroeconomic interest rates.

This section is the 12-month view: analyst targets and the probability-weighted scenarios built from them. The intrinsic value at the top of this page answers a different question: what the business is worth today.

Our research · scenarios, merits, risks, and invalidation triggersResearch as of 20 Jun 2026

Scenarios · 12-month scenario targetsAnchored at research date

Bear CaseDownside scenario

$29.0015%

The DEPSC approves a significantly lower rate increase than requested, or delays the final decision, leading to margin compression. Additionally, prolonged elevated interest rates continue to make fixed-income alternatives more attractive, putting downward pressure on utility valuations and increasing borrowing costs for capital-intensive projects.

Base CaseCentral scenario

$33.0060%

Artesian continues to achieve steady, mid-single-digit EPS growth supported by ongoing infrastructure investments (such as PFAS treatment upgrades and main renewals) and typical regulatory cost recovery. The dividend continues to grow at approximately 2-4% annually, maintaining its defensive profile in a stable interest rate environment.

Bull CaseUpside scenario

$39.0025%

The Delaware Public Service Commission approves the majority of the requested $9.4 million annual revenue increase. This, combined with faster-than-expected customer growth in the Cecil County growth corridor and rapid integration of new wastewater treatment facilities, accelerates EPS growth to high single digits, driving the stock toward its fair value estimate.

Scenarios reflect our research view at the research date.

Key Investment Merits

Stable and defensive business model with weather-insensitive revenue streams from regulated water and wastewater services.
Strong dividend track record as a Dividend Champion with over 30 years of consecutive dividend growth and a current yield of ~4%.
Disciplined capital allocation with a solid balance sheet and low exposure to variable-rate debt.

Key Investment Risks

High geographic and regulatory concentration, with 97.5% of customers located in Delaware.
Sensitivity to macroeconomic factors, particularly elevated interest rates which increase borrowing costs and reduce the relative appeal of dividend-paying stocks.
Lag between capital investments and regulatory rate approvals, which can introduce short-term earnings volatility.

Thesis Invalidation Triggers

A material denial or severe reduction of requested rate increases by the Delaware Public Service Commission.
Significant cost overruns in environmental compliance, particularly regarding PFAS treatment, that cannot be recovered through rates.
A structural shift in regional population growth that halts new customer connections.

All scenarios are estimates and subject to change. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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