YORW
York Water Co
WATER SUPPLY
York Water (YORW) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$31.71
+0.00 (+0.00%)
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5d:
-1.7%
30d:
+1.67%
90d:
-3.91%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (61%)
Quality Score
50/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$30.82 â $31.99
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
16.8x
FAIR
vs 18.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$31.00
-2.2% vs target
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$30.64 / $33.01
Trend: Sideways
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: YORW is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$51.03
Based on 8.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$31.69
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 18.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: YORW is currently trading at $31.71, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $30.82 to $31.99. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.8) is in line with its historical norms (18.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 11.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YORW is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $30.64, while resistance sits at $33.01.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, YORW is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $30.64, while resistance sits at $33.01.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$30.82 -
$31.99
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.5%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$30.82 -
$31.99
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support Level
$30.64
Resistance Level
$33.01
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (46/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($31.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.78
Wall Street Target
$31.00
(-2.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
11.6%
Profit Margin
29.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.8 vs 18.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$30.89
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$30.08
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$29.30
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â18)
$31.78
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 12.5%)
$53.44
(+69%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.8, Growth: 12.5%)
$45.15
(+42%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.3, Growth: 12.5%)
$38.38
(+21%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.10 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.66
Bull Case
$39.71
(+25%)
Analyst growth 13.9%, PE expands to 21.0
Base Case
$36.10
(+14%)
Market implied 13.9%, PE stable at 19.1
Bear Case
$21.56
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.8 to 18.2
Stabilization Target:
$34.40
(+8.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.5%
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