Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$ 126.18
0.21%
29 Dec - close price
- Market Cap 2,978,094,000 USD
- Current Price $ 126.18
- High / Low $ 126.78 / 126.06
- Stock P/E 22.37
- Book Value 64.50
- EPS 5.63
- Next Earning Report 2026-02-25
- Dividend Per Share $2.65
- Dividend Yield 2.1 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-01-05
- ROA 0.04 %
- ROE 0.09 %
- 52 Week High 139.84
- 52 Week Low 112.65
About
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK) is a diversified energy provider based in Dover, Delaware, specializing in the distribution, transmission, and marketing of natural gas to residential and commercial customers across multiple states. In addition to its core natural gas operations, CPK is actively involved in electricity generation and distribution, as well as pursuing renewable energy initiatives, underscoring its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a keen focus on adapting to the dynamic energy landscape and enhancing customer satisfaction, Chesapeake Utilities is strategically positioned for sustained growth and leadership in the evolving energy market.
Analyst Target Price
$147.50
Quarterly Earnings
| Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2025-11-06 | 2025-08-07 | 2025-05-06 | 2025-02-19 | 2024-11-07 | 2024-08-08 | 2024-05-08 | 2024-02-21 | 2023-11-02 | 2023-08-03 | 2023-05-03 | 2023-02-22 |
| Reported EPS | 0.82 | 1.02 | 2.22 | 1.63 | 0.78 | 0.82 | 2.07 | 1.26 | 0.53 | 0.9 | 2.04 | 1.47 |
| Estimated EPS | 1.01 | 1.02 | 2.246 | 1.635 | 0.67 | 0.8 | 2.12 | 1.56 | 0.63 | 0.96 | 2.11 | 1.44 |
| Surprise | -0.19 | 0 | -0.026 | -0.005 | 0.11 | 0.02 | -0.05 | -0.3 | -0.1 | -0.06 | -0.07 | 0.03 |
| Surprise Percentage | -18.8119% | 0% | -1.1576% | -0.3058% | 16.4179% | 2.5% | -2.3585% | -19.2308% | -15.873% | -6.25% | -3.3175% | 2.0833% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-02-25 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2025-12-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 2.08 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Jan 2026 | Oct 2025 | Jul 2025 | Apr 2025 | Jan 2025 | Oct 2024 | Jul 2024 | Apr 2024 | Jan 2024 | Oct 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | 2026-01-05 | 2025-10-06 | 2025-07-07 | 2025-04-07 | 2025-01-06 | 2024-10-07 | 2024-07-05 | 2024-04-05 | 2024-01-05 | 2023-10-05 |
| Amount | $0.685 | $0.685 | $0.685 | $0.64 | $0.64 | $0.64 | $0.64 | $0.59 | $0.59 | $0.59 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $2.65 |
| Dividend Yield | 2.1% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-01-05 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2025-12-15 |
Recent News: CPK
2025-12-22 22:09:10
Chesapeake Utilities CEO Jeffry Householder sold 3,092 shares of CPK stock on December 19th for approximately $393,952, reducing his holdings by 5.43%. The company recently announced a quarterly dividend of $0.685 per share and reported mixed quarterly earnings, missing EPS estimates but exceeding revenue forecasts. Chesapeake Utilities stock is currently rated as a "Moderate Buy" with an average target price of $141.00 by analysts.
2025-12-22 22:09:10
Jeffry M. Householder, President and CEO of Chesapeake Utilities Corp (NYSE:CPK), sold 10,592 shares of common stock for over $1.35 million between December 18 and 19, 2025. Despite the sales, Householder directly and indirectly retains significant holdings in the company. Analysts maintain an optimistic outlook for CPK with price targets ranging from $140 to $160.
2025-12-22 20:10:02
Jeffry M. Householder, President and CEO of Chesapeake Utilities Corp (NYSE:CPK), sold 10,592 shares of common stock for a total of $1,353,814 between December 18 and December 19, 2025. Following these transactions, Householder directly owns 53,824 shares of CPK stock. Analysts maintain an optimistic outlook on CPK, with price targets ranging from $140 to $160.
2025-12-21 12:08:49
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's President, Jeffry Householder, recently sold shares worth approximately US$1.6 million at an average price of US$127, reducing his total holding by 27%. While this is a significant sale, the company has seen no insider buying over the last year. Despite the insider selling, Chesapeake Utilities is profitable and growing, though insider ownership remains relatively low at 1.1%.
2025-12-19 00:09:04
Chesapeake Utilities CEO Jeffry Householder sold 7,500 shares of company stock for $950,550 on December 17, representing a 10.43% reduction in his stake. This sale occurred despite the company's recent quarterly earnings missing EPS expectations but showing a 12.1% year-over-year revenue increase. Chesapeake Utilities also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.685 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend yield of approximately 2.1%.
2025-12-15 23:09:58
A holder of CPK common stock has filed a Rule 144 notice to sell 25,000 shares on the NYSE through Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC. These shares, with an aggregate market value of $3,112,750.00, were originally acquired as stock awards for compensation in 2021, 2022, and 2023. The proposed sale date is approximately December 15, 2025, and the notice indicates 23,650,684 common shares are currently outstanding.
