GWRSUtilities · Utilities - Regulated WaterThe 2 Wall Street analysts covering Global Water Resources, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $9.8 — +14.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 17 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the weakest quartile. The Street sees upside; the factor read is a caution. That gap is the story on this page.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Global Water Resources, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Revisions (79): Analysts have, on balance, been raising their forecasts.
Volatility (7): The share price moves around a lot.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on GWRS, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +14.0% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Mar 2026 | Freedom Broker | Downgrade | Hold | $9.60 → $9.20 |
| 5 Mar 2026 | Freedom Capital Markets | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 4 Dec 2025 | Freedom Broker | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 4 Dec 2025 | Freedom Capital Markets | Upgrade | Buy | $9.60 |
| 13 Nov 2025 | Freedom Broker | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 14 Oct 2025 | Freedom Broker | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 19 Sept 2022 | Janney Montgomery Scott | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 23 Sept 2021 | Roth Capital | Maintains | Buy | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. GWRS appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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Higher than 72% of US dividend payers
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Global Water Resources, Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings conference call, during which management discussed the company's financial results and operational performance for the quarter.
Why it matters — The earnings call transcript provides GWRS investors and analysts with direct insight into management's perspective on the company's quarterly financial health and strategic direction.
Global Water Resources reported higher second-quarter revenue and earnings, driven by regulated revenue growth, infrastructure-related revenue recognition, acquisitions, and customer growth. Management noted that rising depreciation, operating costs, and delayed rate recovery continue to pressure profitability.
Why it matters — GWRS watchers would care because the quarter shows top-line growth offset by ongoing cost and rate-recovery pressures that affect profitability.
Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS) reported Q2 quarterly earnings of $0.04 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.03 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.06 per share in the same period a year ago.
Why it matters — A GWRS watcher would note that the company exceeded analyst earnings expectations for the quarter, even though results were down from the prior-year period.
Global Water Resources, Inc. reported its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2026, with year-over-year comparisons provided. The company also announced a conference call to discuss the results.
Why it matters — Investors tracking GWRS will want to review the company's latest quarterly performance and management's commentary on the call for insight into its financial health and operations.
Global Water Resources, Inc. declared a monthly cash dividend of $0.02533 per common share, representing an annual dividend rate of $0.30396 per share. The dividend is payable on August 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 17, 2026.
Why it matters — This announcement reaffirms the company's ongoing dividend policy, which is a key factor for income-focused investors tracking GWRS.
The 2 Wall Street analysts covering Global Water Resources, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $9.8, with estimates ranging from $7.1 to $13. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 2 analysts covering Global Water Resources, Inc., 1 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Global Water Resources, Inc. 17 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Global Water Resources, Inc. ranks 17 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Revisions (79 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 2 analysts implies +14.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Global Water Resources, Inc. 17 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Global Water Resources, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for GWRS are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $7.1 to $13 over the next 12 months.
Global Water Resources, Inc. returned -10.3% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Global Water Resources Inc. is a public water resource management company that focuses on providing water, wastewater, and recycled water services.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 13 Aug 2026): "Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript". Global Water Resources, Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings conference call, during which management discussed the company's financial results and operational performance for the quarter.
Global Water Resources Inc. is a public water resource management company that focuses on providing water, wastewater, and recycled water services. The company operates primarily in the highly regulated water, wastewater, and related utility services sector, with a primary emphasis on addressing the needs of communities in the southwestern United States. One of its core functions is the acquisition and development of water resources, which it integrates with its robust utility infrastructure to serve residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Global Water Resources is known for its Total Water Management system, a holistic approach that aims to conserve water resources through the recycling of treated wastewater for irrigation and other non-potable purposes. This practice not only supports sustainable water management but also aligns with environmental preservation goals, a critical aspect given the water scarcity in its operating region. In the financial market, Global Water Resources Inc. plays a crucial role by offering investors exposure to an essential public service with long-term demand stability. The company’s operations are strategic, given the increasing importance of efficient water management and resource sustainability in the face of climate change and regional water scarcity challenges.
CEO Mr. Ron L. Fleming · 126 employees · United States · https://www.gwresources.com