Is California Water Service Group a good dividend stock?

California Water Service Group (CWT) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 2.54%. Review its dividend history, payout consistency and growth to judge whether it fits your income strategy.

What is CWT's dividend yield?

The dividend yield for CWT stock is currently 2.54%.

How much does CWT pay in dividends per year?

California Water Service Group pays an annual dividend of $1.2700 per share over the trailing twelve months.

How often does CWT pay dividends?

CWT stock pays dividends quarterly.

Is CWT's dividend growing?

California Water Service Group's 3-year dividend CAGR is 7.58%.

CWT Stock Price, Chart, Stats & News

California Water Service Group

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Overview Dividend safety Dividends Fundamentals

California Water Service Group (CWT) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 2.54% as of Jul 14, 2026. It pays $1.27 per share over the trailing twelve months and distributes quarterly. Its dividend has grown at a 7.49% 5-year compound annual rate.

2.99B

Market cap

25.01x

Current P/E

19.08x

Forward P/E

2.54%

Dividend yield

$1.27

CWT dividend

Dividend safety

Moderate

Dividend coverage is moderate for CWT — it pays out about 64% of earnings.

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Fundamentals

Gross margin	50.31%
Operating margin	16.30%
Pretax margin	12.17%
Net margin	12.82%
Effective tax rate	-5.00%
ROA	2.26%
ROE	7.68%
D/E	0.96x
Interest coverage ratio	2.44x

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CWT valuation

P/E	25.01x
P/S	2.68x
P/B	1.59x
P/CF	8.87x
P/FCF	-12.52x
P/OCF	8.87x
PEG	-3.42x
EV multiple	3.38x

About

California Water Service Group (CWT), through its various subsidiaries, operates as a water utility, delivering essential water services and related offerings across several states, including California, Washington, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Texas. The company's operations encompass the entire water supply chain, from procuring, storing, treating, and rigorously testing water to its widespread distribution and ultimate sale. This water is utilized for a diverse array of purposes, spanning domestic consumption, industrial processes, public use, agricultural irrigation, and crucial fire protection.