UIL Ltd
UIL Ltd is a closed-end fund that invests in a diversified portfolio of equities and fixed-income securities, generating returns primarily through capital appreciation and dividend income.
Business. UNITIL Corp (NYSE: UTL) is a regulated electric utility company that generates service revenue through its operations in the electric utilities industry. The company is headquartered in the United States and is primarily listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol UTL. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic mix are not provided in the available data.
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- EarningsQ3 2026 earnings (expected)2026-10-28 · estimated
- Macro
- Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
- Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
- Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
- Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
- Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
- Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
- Macro & political
- ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
- ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
- ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR
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UNITIL Corp (NYSE: UTL) is a regulated electric utility company that generates service revenue through its operations in the electric utilities industry. The company is headquartered in the United States and is primarily listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol UTL. Specific details regarding its operating segments and geographic mix are not provided in the available data.
UIL Ltd maintains a capital structure with total assets of £249.19 million and total liabilities of £82.54 million, resulting in a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.49. The company's liquidity position is characterized by a current ratio of 0.05, indicating a potential challenge in meeting short-term obligations with current assets. The negative net cash position after subtracting total debt raises concerns about liquidity risk.
In terms of profitability, UIL Ltd reports a return on equity (ROE) of 12.54% and a return on assets (ROA) of 8.39%. These figures are strong relative to the industry's typical performance metrics, suggesting efficient use of equity and assets to generate returns. The company's operating income of £20.90 million and net income of £20.90 million reflect a healthy margin, with gross profit at £21.97 million.
UIL Ltd's revenue is not segmented by product or geographic region in the available data, but the company's exposure is likely concentrated in the UK and European markets, given its listing and the nature of closed-end funds. The lack of detailed geographic breakdown limits the ability to assess diversification risk.
The company's growth trajectory is modest, with no significant revenue growth reported in the latest financial period. The operating cash flow of £11.69 million supports ongoing operations but does not indicate aggressive expansion. The outlook for the current and next fiscal years is neutral, with no substantial changes in revenue or profitability expected.
UIL Ltd faces moderate liquidity risk due to its low current ratio and negative net cash position. The dilution risk is assessed as low, with no significant dilution potential in the near term. The company has not issued additional shares recently, and there is no indication of a pending capital raise.
UIL Ltd has not disclosed any recent significant events such as major filings or earnings transcripts in the available data. The company's operations appear to be stable, with no major disruptions reported.
- UIL Ltd has a strong ROE of 12.54% and ROA of 8.39%, indicating efficient capital use.
- The company's liquidity position is weak, with a current ratio of 0.05 and negative net cash.
- UIL Ltd's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.49 suggests a moderate level of leverage.
- The company's growth trajectory is neutral, with no significant revenue growth reported.
- Dilution risk is low, with no recent share issuance or capital raise plans.
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Generated · model-assistedNet income grew at a 2.1% CAGR from FY2023 to FY2025 despite revenue declines.
Cash conversion of 2.62 is well above the 1.55 median for the Electric Utilities cohort.
High liquidity risk is flagged due to a current ratio of only 0.56.
The company faces high credit risk alongside a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.10.
Free cash flow deteriorated to negative $53.8 million in FY2025, worsening from prior periods.
Long-term debt increased to $632.6 million in FY2025, reflecting rising leverage obligations.
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- Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
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- SVP, CFO & Treasurer · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 1 215grant · 2026-01-27
- SVP, Gen. Counsel & Secretary · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 795grant · 2026-01-27
- Pres. & Chief Admin Officer · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 1 870grant · 2026-01-27
- CTO · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 540grant · 2026-01-27
- Vice President · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 540grant · 2026-01-27
- CAO & Controller · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 540grant · 2026-01-27
- Director, Chairmain & CEO · Contingent grant of common stock → Common stockAcquired 4 045grant · 2026-01-27
- Director · Restricted stock units → Common stockAcquired 2 435grant · 2025-10-01
- Director · Restricted stock units → Common stockAcquired 2 435grant · 2025-10-01
- Director · Restricted stock units → Common stockAcquired 2 435grant · 2025-10-01
- Director · Restricted stock units → Common stockAcquired 2 435grant · 2025-10-01
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- UIL Ltd Market data — financials · 2026-05-29
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- Pres. & Chief Admin Officer · Common stock, no par valueOther 3 740 · 2026-01-27
- Pres. & Chief Admin Officer · Common stock, no par valueOther 90 @ $50,00$4K · 2026-01-27
- Director, Chairmain & CEO · Common stock, no par valueOther 310 @ $50,00$16K · 2026-01-27
- Director, Chairmain & CEO · Common stock, no par valueOther 8 090 · 2026-01-27
- SVP, Gen. Counsel & Secretary · Common stock, no par valueOther 1 590 · 2026-01-27
- SVP, CFO & Treasurer · Common stock, no par valueOther 2 430 · 2026-01-27
- SVP, CFO & Treasurer · Common stock, no par valueOther 40 @ $50,00$2K · 2026-01-27
- CAO & Controller · Common stock, no par valueOther 1 080 · 2026-01-27
- CAO & Controller · Common stock, no par valueOther 10 @ $50,00$500 · 2026-01-27
- Vice President · Common stock, no par valueOther 1 080 · 2026-01-27
- Vice President · Common stock, no par valueOther 40 @ $50,00$2K · 2026-01-27
- CTO · Common stock, no par valueOther 1 080 · 2026-01-27
- CTO · Common stock, no par valueOther 40 @ $50,00$2K · 2026-01-27
- Director · Common stock, no par valueOther 1 624 @ $47,22$77K · 2025-10-01
- Director · Common stock, no par valueOther 2 435 @ $47,22$115K · 2025-10-01
- Director · Common stock, no par valueOther 2 435 @ $47,22$115K · 2025-10-01
- Director · Common stock, no par valueOther 2 435 @ $47,22$115K · 2025-10-01
- Director · Common stock, no par valueOther 2 435 @ $47,22$115K · 2025-10-01
- Director · Common stock, no par valueOther 2 435 @ $47,22$115K · 2025-10-01
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From filings & derived data- Total assets (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 18.9%Derived (calculated)
- Net margin (FY 2025-12-31): 9.4%Derived (calculated)
- Return on equity (FY 2025-12-31): 8.2%Derived (calculated)
- Return on assets (FY 2025-12-31): 2.4%Derived (calculated)
- Current ratio (FY 2025-12-31): 0.56xDerived (calculated)
- Capex (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 8.9%Derived (calculated)
- Cash & equivalents (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 147.6%Derived (calculated)
- EPS (basic) (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 1.4%Derived (calculated)
- EPS (diluted) (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 1.4%Derived (calculated)
- Long-term debt (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 4.2%Derived (calculated)
- Net income (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 6.6%Derived (calculated)
- Operating cash flow (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 4.3%Derived (calculated)
- Operating income (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 11.7%Derived (calculated)
- Revenue (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 8.3%Derived (calculated)
- Shareholders' equity (YoY) (2025-12-31 vs 2024-12-31): 18.9%Derived (calculated)
- Net income (annual): USD 50.2MSEC XBRL filing
- Operating income (annual): USD 101.2MSEC XBRL filing
- Interest expense (annual): USD 43.8MSEC XBRL filing
- Capex (annual): USD 185.1MSEC XBRL filing
- Current liabilities (annual): USD 425.8MSEC XBRL filing
- Current assets (annual): USD 240.1MSEC XBRL filing
- Pre-tax income (annual): USD 65.5MSEC XBRL filing
- EPS (diluted) (annual): USD-PER-SHARES 3SEC XBRL filing
- Total assets (annual): USD 2.13BSEC XBRL filing