CWT

Investors seeking defensive companies that pay substantial dividends are drawn to the Dividend Kings, and for good reason.

Essential Utilities, American States, and California Water Service have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

Water utilities such as AWK, WTRG, AWR and CWT are well-positioned to outperform their peers, supported by robust capital investment programs and expanding customer bases, despite ongoing industry challenges.

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does California Water Service Group (CWT) have what it takes?

CWT's Q2 earnings and revenues beat estimates as rate-case catch-up, higher usage and rate changes fuel growth and record infrastructure spending.

California Water Service Group NYSE: CWT reported higher second-quarter earnings as the company recognized revenue tied to its California general rate case, continued a record pace of infrastructure investment and advanced regulatory and acquisition initiatives.

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At its meeting on July 29, 2026, the California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT) Board of Directors declared the Company's 326th consecutive quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.3350 per common share, payable on August 21, 2026, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on August 10, 2026.

California Water Service Group is a dependable dividend grower, now marking 58 consecutive annual increases. Its stock has outperformed most water utility peers YTD, but the valuation has crept up a bit. Rising interest rates and a worsening yield spread versus treasuries make California Water Service less attractive as a bond proxy at current prices.

Investors love dividend stocks because they provide dependable passive income streams and an excellent opportunity for solid total return.

SAN JOSE, Calif., July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In recognition of the utility's commitment to supporting employees and fostering workplace engagement, Newsweek has named California Water Service Group (NYSE: CWT) one of only two water utilities in its 2026 list of “America's Greatest Workplaces.