Global Water Resources Hits New 52-Week Low at $8.88

Global Water Resources, Inc., a microcap company in the Other Utilities sector, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 8.88 on November 14, 2025. This decline marks a significant downturn for the stock, which has experienced a 27.38% decrease in value over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 13.19% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 270 million, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 50.00, indicating a relatively high valuation compared to its earnings. Global Water Resources has a notable dividend yield of 136.69%, but it also carries a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45, suggesting a higher reliance on debt financing.

Financial metrics reveal that the company has struggled with profitability, as evidenced by a return on equity of 7.26% and a return on capital employed (ROCE) of just 5.53%. Over the last five years, net sales have grown at an annual rate of 8.11%, while operating profit has increased by only 5.45%. The stock's performance has consistently lagged behind the S&P 500, highlighting ongoing challenges in its market position.