BlackRock holds 30.9M shares of Essential Utilities (WTRG) — 10.9% stake

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BlackRock, Inc. filed an amended Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership of 30,925,357 shares of Essential Utilities, Inc. The filing states this equals 10.9% of the company's common stock and shows 29,841,997 shares of sole voting power. The filing is signed on 04/24/2026 and references holdings as of 03/31/2026.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

BlackRock reports a sizable passive stake in Essential Utilities at 10.9%.

BlackRock's amended Schedule 13G/A lists 30,925,357 shares beneficially owned, representing 10.9% of outstanding common stock as of 03/31/2026. The filing breaks out voting and dispositive powers, showing sole voting power of 29,841,997 and sole dispositive power of 30,925,357.

As a Schedule 13G/A, this filing indicates passive or investment-manager reporting status rather than an activist intent; subsequent filings would show any change in status or intent.

Corporate Governance Specialist

Voting and disposition figures clarify BlackRock's control levers but do not imply operational control.

The filing specifies sole voting power of 29,841,997 shares and sole dispositive power of 30,925,357. Item 6 notes various persons have rights to dividends or proceeds but none exceeds five percent individually.

Governance implications depend on future voting behavior; any change from passive status or coordination with other holders would require updated disclosures.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 30,925,357 shares Percent of class: 10.9% Sole voting power: 29,841,997 shares +1 more

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Shares beneficially owned 30,925,357 shares beneficial ownership reported on Schedule 13G/A

Percent of class 10.9% percent of common stock as reported

Sole voting power 29,841,997 shares sole power to vote as stated in Item 4

Sole dispositive power 30,925,357 shares sole power to dispose as stated in Item 4

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, beneficially owned, sole dispositive power, sole voting power

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Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Amendment No. 8 to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

beneficially owned regulatory

"reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

sole dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 30925357"

Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.

sole voting power governance

"Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 29841997"

Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 8)

Essential Utilities, Inc.

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

29670G102

(CUSIP Number)

03/31/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 29670G102

1

Names of Reporting Persons

BlackRock, Inc.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 29,841,997.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 30,925,357.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

30,925,357.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

10.9 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Essential Utilities, Inc.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 762 W. LANCASTER AVE BRYN MAWR PA 19010-3489
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: BlackRock, Inc. In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: BlackRock, Inc., 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)	Citizenship: See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 29670G102
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 30925357
(b)	Percent of class: 10.9 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 29841997
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 30925357
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required. Various persons have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the common stock of Essential Utilities, Inc.. No one person's interest in the common stock of Essential Utilities, Inc. is more than five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Exhibit 99
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

BlackRock, Inc.

Signature:	Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:	Managing Director
Date:	04/24/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7

FAQ

How many Essential Utilities (WTRG) shares does BlackRock report owning?

BlackRock reports beneficial ownership of 30,925,357 shares. The filing states this equals 10.9% of Essential Utilities' common stock as of 03/31/2026, with signature dated 04/24/2026.

What voting power does BlackRock report for WTRG in the Schedule 13G/A?

BlackRock reports 29,841,997 shares of sole voting power. The filing also shows 0 shared voting power and lists sole dispositive power of 30,925,357 shares in the same ownership table.

Does the filing indicate BlackRock is acting on behalf of other persons for WTRG shares?

The filing states various persons have rights to dividends or sale proceeds, but no single person's interest exceeds 5%. Item 6 explains holdings may be on behalf of multiple clients or accounts.

Is this Schedule 13G/A indicative of activist intent by BlackRock at WTRG?

No. A Schedule 13G/A typically reflects a passive or investment-manager reporting status. The filing does not state any activist intent or coordination; changes in intent would prompt updated filings.

When was the Schedule 13G/A for BlackRock and Essential Utilities signed?

The signature on the amendment is dated 04/24/2026. The ownership figures in the cover page reflect holdings as of 03/31/2026, per the filing's cover information.