York Water's CEO Buys Company Shares
Joseph Hand, CEO of York Water, purchased shares recently.
Key Points
- Joseph Hand, CEO of The York Water Company, bought 25 shares at $29.53 each on June 19, 2026.
- York Water has a market cap of $478.2 million, a P/E ratio of 20.1, and a 52-week range between $28.26 and $34.3.
- Insider buying at York Water includes purchases by other executives in May 2026, showing ongoing insider interest.
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Joseph Hand, President and CEO of The York Water Company, recently purchased 25 shares of the company at $29.53 each. The transaction, which took place on June 19, 2026, was valued at $738.25. This insider buying activity was not part of a pre-planned trading program.
Insider Buying and Selling at The York Water Company
The York Water Company has seen several insider transactions in recent months. On May 20, 2026, William Yanavitch II bought 256 shares at $29.35 each. Earlier in May, Chief Operating Officer Matthew Scarpato purchased 700 shares at $29.30 on May 8, and an additional 796 shares on May 4 without a reported price. Joseph Hand also acquired 1,509 shares on May 4, again without a specified price. Paul Bonney added 154 shares at $29.14 on the same day.
Other Institutional Activity in The York Water Company
Institutional activity around The York Water Company has been mixed. BlackRock, Inc. reduced its holdings significantly by 794,710 shares, leaving it with 1,078,412 shares valued at about $32.8 million, a 42.4% decrease. Zimmer Partners, LP also trimmed its position by 9,172 shares, now holding 732,677 shares worth $22.3 million, down 1.2%. Meanwhile, Morgan Stanley added 19,232 shares, increasing its stake by 3% to hold 661,948 shares valued at $20.2 million. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 653,993 shares valued at $19.9 million. Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership increased its holdings by 86,917 shares, a 36.2% rise, ending with 326,730 shares worth $9.9 million.
The York Water Company Stock Down 13.5%
Shares of NasdaqGS:YORW traded near $29.53 on Tuesday. The York Water Company, with a market cap of $478.2 million, has a P/E ratio of 20.1 and a forward P/E of 19.3. The stock's beta is 0.623, indicating less volatility compared to the broader market. It has traded between $28.26 and $34.3 over the past year, with a 50-day moving average of $29.85 and a 200-day moving average of $31.40. The company has a current ratio of 0.72 and a quick ratio of 0.504, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 98.148.
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Recent Earnings
The York Water Company reported revenue of $79.1 million, with a growth rate of 8.8%. Its net margin stands at 26.8%, and it achieved a return on equity of 8.95%. Earnings per share came in at $1.47. The company is scheduled to release its next earnings report on August 11, 2026.
Dividend
The York Water Company offers an annual dividend rate of $0.91, yielding 3.09%. Its payout ratio is 60.84%, with the next ex-dividend date yet to be announced.
About The York Water Company
The York Water Company, based in York, Pennsylvania, is a regulated utility providing water and wastewater services. Established in 1816, it operates reservoirs, dams, and pipelines, serving various industries across 58 municipalities in south-central Pennsylvania. The company is led by CEO Joseph Thomas Hand and employs around 129 people.
Bottom Line
The recent insider buying by CEO Joseph Hand highlights confidence in The York Water Company's prospects. While 13F filings and insider transactions provide a glimpse into investor sentiment, they reflect past actions and do not necessarily predict future performance. Investors often track such activity to gauge management's outlook and institutional interest.
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