NEWARK, DE — Artesian Resources Corporation (NASDAQ: ARTNA) announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 2% increase in its quarterly common stock dividend, marking the company’s 132nd consecutive quarterly dividend and a 4% increase for the year.
The dividend will rise to $0.3136 per share on both Class A and Class B common stock, payable November 24, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 14. The increase lifts the annualized dividend rate to $1.2544 per share.
“Artesian continues to execute our strategic growth plan for wastewater and water services, expanding our customer base in a manner that strengthens operational efficiency and supports sustainable growth,” said Nicki Taylor, Chair, President and CEO. “Looking ahead, we remain focused on operational excellence, regulatory compliance and strong financial management. This approach supports the long-term interests of our customers and reinforces the continued strength and stability of our company for our shareholders.”
Artesian Resources, through its subsidiaries, provides water, wastewater, and related services across the Delmarva Peninsula. Its principal subsidiary, Artesian Water Company, is the region’s oldest and largest regulated water utility, delivering approximately 9.5 billion gallons of water annually through 1,491 miles of main to more than one-third of Delaware’s residents.
The steady dividend increase reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to shareholder value and its long-standing record of stable financial performance in the regulated utilities sector.
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