BlackRock, Inc. Increases Stake in Essential Utilities, Inc.

BlackRock, Inc. has filed an amendment to its Schedule 13G, disclosing an increased ownership in Essential Utilities, Inc. As of September 30, 2025, BlackRock beneficially owns 35,703,517 shares of Essential Utilities' common stock, representing 12.7% of the total outstanding shares. This marks an increase of 1,482,132 shares from the previous filing, with the value of the holdings rising by approximately $201.79 million. The filing indicates that BlackRock has sole voting power over 33,667,375 shares and sole dispositive power over all 35,703,517 shares. The filing also certifies that the shares were acquired in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of influencing the control of Essential Utilities.