American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)
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- symbol AWK
- Rev/Share 24.6923
- Book/Share 54.0205
- PB 2.612
- Debt/Equity 1.3771
- CurrentRatio 0.4879
- ROIC 0.0428
- MktCap 27516193200.0
- FreeCF/Share -4.5128
- PFCF -31.2684
- PE 25.6905
- Debt/Assets 0.4375
- DivYield 0.0221
- ROE 0.1035
- Rating B
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downgrade | AWK | UBS | Buy | Neutral | -- | -- | April 25, 2025 |
| Initiation | AWK | Barclays | -- | Underweight | -- | $138 | April 22, 2025 |
| Upgrade | AWK | Wells Fargo | Underweight | Equal Weight | $133 | $129 | Jan. 7, 2025 |
| Downgrade | AWK | Mizuho | Outperform | Neutral | $131 | $140 | Oct. 15, 2024 |
| Initiation | AWK | Jefferies | -- | Underperform | -- | $124 | Oct. 7, 2024 |
| Resumed | AWK | BofA Securities | -- | Underperform | -- | $140 | Sept. 20, 2024 |
News
American Water Works (AWK) is a Top Dividend Stock Right Now: Should You Buy?
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?
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VEOEY vs. AWK: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Published: June 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors looking for stocks in the Utility - Water Supply sector might want to consider either Veolia Environnement SA (VEOEY) or American Water Works (AWK). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
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American Water Recognized for Excellence in Water Quality by Partnership for Safe Water
Published: June 12, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AmericanWater--American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced it has been recognized with Partnership for Safe Water (PSW) awards at 27 facilities across its national footprint. The awards, which honor the efforts in continuously optimizing water treatment plant and distribution system operation and performance, were recently announced by the American Water Works Association (AWWA). “American Water is pleased t.
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Water Quality Reports Available Online for Missouri American Water Customers
Published: June 10, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Missouri American Water's most recent Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on its website at missouriamwater.com. The company is proud to report that once again, the drinking water provided to the 1.6 million customers across Missouri meets or surpasses both state and federal water quality standards for all regulated substances, including lead. “At Missouri American Water, our mission is to provide safe, clean, reliable, and affordable water.
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American Water to Provide Expertise at 2025 SEARUC Annual Education Conference
Published: June 10, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AmericanWater--American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., is participating in the 2025 Southeastern Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (SEARUC) Annual Education Conference, taking place June 8 through June 11, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. The event brings together commissions, utility leaders and industry experts from across the Southeast to explore emerging regulatory issues and share best practices. Grant Ev.
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From PFAS Treatment to Public Trust: How American Water is Shaping the Future at ACE25
Published: June 09, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AmericanWater--American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., will help lead critical conversations at the American Water Works Association (AWWA) 2025 Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25), taking place June 8 through June 11, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. “The depth and breadth of American Water's leadership at ACE25 reflects our operational excellence and expertise, as well as our responsibility to help shape the future of.
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American Water Encourages Customers to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AmericanWater--American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., provides tips for customers and the general public to help prepare for hurricane season. Whether in the path of a hurricane or facing lesser storms, it is important to be aware of and prepare for extreme weather events. “American Water is committed to taking proactive steps to help ensure our drinking water and wastewater systems remain resilient and our teams are r.
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Missouri American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation Hydration Station Grantees
Published: June 05, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and Missouri American Water, announced today that the Foundation awarded $21,025 in Hydration Station grants to 11 organizations to help purchase bottle fillers and/or drinking fountains for sustainable and safe hydration in Missouri communities. “Accessible drinking water.
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4 Stocks to Watch From the Thriving Water Supply Industry
Published: June 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Water utilities like AWK, SBS, MSEX and ARTNA are likely to benefit from stable demand for water and wastewater services. Capital-intensive utilities are set to gain from interest rate cuts.
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American Water Works (AWK) Could Be a Great Choice
Published: June 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?
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Why Is American Water Works (AWK) Down 3.3% Since Last Earnings Report?
Published: May 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
American Water Works (AWK) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Pennsylvania American Water Completes Acquisition of Audubon Water Company
Published: May 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AWK #WeKeepLifeFlowing--Pennsylvania American Water announced today it has completed its acquisition of Audubon Water Company (Audubon). The newly acquired water system serves approximately 2,900 customer connections in Lower Providence Township in Montgomery County. The system is located directly between Pennsylvania American Water's existing Royersford and Norristown water systems. “Pennsylvania American Water couldn't be more pleased to welcome our new water customers in Lower P.
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Water Quality Reports Show Excellent Results for California American Water Customers
Published: May 23, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--California American Water published its 2024 Consumer Confidence Reports, demonstrating high-quality water service throughout its state districts. The annual reports compare California American Water's water quality with standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water. The reports also cover drinking water sources, public health information, substances detected in the.
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Iowa American Water Granted New Rates by Iowa Utilities Commission
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
DAVENPORT, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) issued an order on May 21 approving new water and wastewater rates for Iowa American Water. The company's rate request was filed on May 1, 2024, and was primarily driven by over $157 million in infrastructure investment in treatment and distribution system upgrades since its last rate filing. “We are committed to making appropriate investments to continue to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable services,” said Brad Ni.
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American Water Works' Subsidiary Acquires Mesa Del Sol Water System
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AWK's unit completes the acquisition of the Mesa Del Sol water system in the Corral de Tierra area of Salinas. This should help AWK expand its operations.
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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?
Published: May 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?
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Water Quality Reports Available Online for Illinois American Water Customers
Published: May 15, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
BELLEVILLE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--llinois American Water's most recent Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on the company's website at illinoisamwater.com.
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Water Quality Reports Available Online for Pennsylvania American Water Customers
Published: May 15, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AWK #ConsumerConfidenceReport--Pennsylvania American Water's most recent Water Quality Reports are now available for all service areas on its website at pennsylvaniaamwater.com/WQReports. The company is proud to share that once again, the drinking water provided to its 690,000 customer connections across Pennsylvania meets or surpasses both state and federal water quality standards for all primary regulated substances, including lead. “At Pennsylvania American Water, our mission is to pro.
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California American Water Completes Rancho Canada Well #2 Rehabilitation
Published: May 13, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--California American Water recently completed the Rancho Canada Well #2 rehabilitation project in Carmel. This proactive infrastructure improvement will help ensure continued reliable water service for customers and proactively address current and future maintenance needs. The well improvements included the removal of the pump, motor, column pipe and video inspection of the well. During the mechanical inspection and repair process, cleaning of mineral depo.
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Seven Water Tanks to be Rehabilitated, One to be Constructed in 2025
Published: May 12, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
MECHANICSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AWK #WeKeepLifeFlowing--In conjunction with the start of the annual Infrastructure Week observation, Pennsylvania American Water today announced its 2025 tank infrastructure investment plan, including the rehabilitation of seven of its existing water storage tanks and the construction of one new tank. Pennsylvania American Water's tank rehabilitation program of inspecting, sandblasting and repainting tanks extends the tanks' service lives and helps protect water quality. The total.
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Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged: 4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Buy
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Markets are likely to remain volatile. Utility stocks, which are considered defensive, such as AES, DTE, ATO and AWK are safe bets.
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Missouri American Water Participates in Drinking Water Week 2025
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Missouri American Water proudly joins communities across North America in an annual celebration of Drinking Water Week (May 4-10, 2025), a more than 40-year tradition led by the American Water Works Association, highlighting continuous investment into our water systems and providing educational resources to help ensure resilient water and wastewater infrastructure for our customers. “Missouri American Water highlights Drinking Water Week by celebrating our continued.
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4 Stocks to Watch That Recently Declared Dividend Hikes Amid Volatility
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Stocks like ATKR, ACT, POOL and AWK recently announced dividend hikes.
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American Water Military Services Group Recognized by Florida Department of Environmental Protection with 2024 Wastewater Plant Operations Excellence Award
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AmericanWater--American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and American Water Military Services Group, announced today it was awarded the 2024 Wastewater Plant Operations Excellence Award at Naval Station (NS) Mayport, Fla. by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This recognition was based on overall treatment plant operation, maintenance, and compliance. “American Water Military Services Group is.
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American Water Q1 Earnings Top Estimates on Effective New Rates
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AWK beats expectations in first-quarter earnings, driven by new rates and recently acquired assets that contribute to the strong performance.
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American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: May 01, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Aaron Musgrave - Vice President, Investor Relations John Griffith - President David Bowler - Executive Vice President and CFO Cheryl Norton - Executive Vice President and COO Susan Hardwick - Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Richard Sunderland - JPMorgan Anthony Crowdell - Mizuho Gregg Orrill - UBS Paul Zimbardo - Jefferies Operator Good morning. And welcome to American Water's First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call.
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Why American Water Works (AWK) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?
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American Water Announces Dividend Increase
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE: AWK) announced that its board of directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.8275 per share of common stock, an increase of 8.2 percent. “American Water continues to set the benchmark for dividend growth within the industry. The increase is in line with our 7 to 9 percent EPS and dividend growth guidance and is a testament to our execution of effective strategic initiatives,” said John Griffith, Presid.
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New Jersey American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation 2025 Water and Environment Grantees
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., recently awarded Water and Environment grants to nine organizations totaling $209,674, supporting communities served by New Jersey American Water. “Clean water is a resource we all take for granted and forget that we all play a role in maintaining it,” said Jaclyn Rhoads, Executive Director of Pin.
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Recession-Resistant Stocks: What Stocks Should Hold Up Best During a Recession?
Published: April 28, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral
The risk has been increasing that the United States will have a recession in 2025 or within the next year, according to top Wall Street firms and economists. Recession risk has risen sharply over the last few months, largely due to the trade war and the potential for tariffs to hurt U.S. (and global) economic growth and ignite inflation.
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About American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)
- IPO Date 2008-04-23
- Website https://www.amwater.com
- Industry Regulated Water
- CEO Mr. John C. Griffith
- Employees 6700