Artesian Resources reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $6.76 million, with diluted earnings down to $0.65 per share while revenue rose to $31.9 million. For the first nine months, diluted earnings reached $1.87 per share and revenue increased 6% to $90.4 million.
Third-quarter 2026 diluted earnings fell to $0.65 per share as revenue rose to $31.9 million; net income was $6.76 million. Utility operating expenses increased 8% to $14.5 million, primarily due to higher supply, treatment, payroll and employee benefit costs. For the nine months ended September 30, diluted earnings climbed to $1.87 per share and revenue increased 6% to $90.4 million. Infrastructure investment totaled $40.8 million during the first nine months, including water treatment upgrades and aging infrastructure rehabilitation.