Is Chesapeake Utilities Corp. overvalued or undervalued?

As of 22 August 2025, the valuation grade for Chesapeake Utilities Corp. has moved from expensive to fair. Based on the current metrics, the company appears fairly valued. The P/E ratio stands at 22, the EV to EBITDA ratio is 13.11, and the PEG ratio is 1.43, indicating a reasonable valuation relative to its earnings growth prospects.
In comparison to its peers, Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. is considered very expensive with a P/E of 28.47, while New Jersey Resources Corp. is attractive with a P/E of 11.53. This positions Chesapeake Utilities Corp. competitively within its industry. Over the past year, the stock has returned 2.97%, significantly underperforming the S&P 500's return of 17.14%, which suggests that while the stock is fairly valued, it may not be capturing investor interest as effectively as broader market trends.