AWK American Water Works

$131.16

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Latest Earnings Insight

American Water (AWK) is poised to report its third-quarter earnings on October 29, with analysts projecting an EPS of $1.90 and revenue of $1.36 billion. As the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, American Water's strategic focus on infrastructure investment and sustainable practices continues to drive its growth narrative. Despite the absence of recent news, the company's robust market cap of approximately $29.1 billion underscores investor confidence in its long-term stability and resilience. The whisper number, slightly lower at $1.81, suggests a cautious optimism among investors, reflecting the company's consistent performance in navigating regulatory challenges and operational efficiencies. As American Water continues to capitalize on its scale and expertise, the upcoming earnings release will be closely watched for insights into its strategic initiatives and financial health.

Updated On 12/31/2025

About American Water Works

American Water is an American public utility company operating in the United States and Canada.

Website: https://www.amwater.com

Sector
ENERGY & TRANSPORTATION
Industry
WATER SUPPLY
Exchange
NYSE
Country
USA
Currency
USD
Fiscal Year End
December
CIK
1410636
Address
1 WATER STREET, CAMDEN, NJ, US
Valuation
Market Cap
$28.94B
P/E Ratio
27.53
PEG Ratio
3.85
Price to Book
2.80
Performance
EPS
$5.39
Dividend Yield
2.06%
Profit Margin
22.40%
ROE
10.40%
Technicals
50D MA
$139.02
200D MA
$136.92
52W High
$155.50
52W Low
$115.01
Fundamentals
Shares Outstanding
195M
Target Price
$141.09
Beta
0.67

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AWK News & Sentiment

Dec 30, 2025 • Finviz BULLISH
Pennsylvania American Water Proudly Recognizes 10 American Water Charitable Foundation State Strategic Impact Grantees
Pennsylvania American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation announced $100,000 in State Strategic Impact Grants to 10 organizations across the Commonwealth. These grants, part of the 2025 Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, support projects focused on water, people, and communities. The funding will assist initiatives ranging from housing support and food distribution to diabetes outreach and veterans services.
Dec 30, 2025 • AD HOC NEWS BULLISH
NiSource Stock Holds Its Nerve as Utilities Regain Defensive Allure
NiSource Inc. has shown strong performance, outperforming many utilities due to regulated gas and electric growth, significant grid investments, and renewed investor interest in defensive yield. The stock has posted a solid 9.6% capital gain over the past year, with a total return in the low double digits including dividends, driven by predictable earnings and a supportive regulatory environment. Wall Street analysts maintain a "Buy" to "Outperform" consensus, citing the company's clear growth strategy centered on infrastructure modernization and a transition to lower-carbon resources.
Dec 30, 2025 • Eastern Progress SOMEWHAT-BEARISH
$HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Launches Legal Inquiry for the Merger--AWK, SNDA, THS, and WBD
Monteverde & Associates PC, a prominent M&A Class Action Firm, has launched legal inquiries into the mergers involving American Water Works, Sonida Senior Living, TreeHouse Foods, and Warner Bros. Discovery. The firm, known for recovering millions for shareholders, is investigating these transactions to ensure shareholder interests are protected. They encourage shareholders of these companies to seek information regarding their rights.
Dec 26, 2025 • MarketBeat SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
IFM Investors Pty Ltd Purchases 27,458 Shares of Exelon Corporation $EXC
IFM Investors Pty Ltd increased its stake in Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ:EXC) by 9.5% in the third quarter, acquiring an additional 27,458 shares. This brings their total holdings to 316,335 shares, valued at approximately $13.95 million. Exelon reported strong Q3 earnings, beating analyst estimates with an EPS of $0.86 and revenue of $6.71 billion, and announced a quarterly dividend of $0.40.
Dec 26, 2025 • Simply Wall Street SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
How Hiring Veteran Dealmaker Nicholas Whitley At H2O America (HTO) Has Changed Its Investment Story
H2O America recently hired Nicholas Whitley as vice president of business development, bringing over 20 years of M&A experience to the company. This appointment signifies H2O America's intent to pursue expansion through complex transactions, impacting its acquisition-driven growth strategy and the potential risks associated with capital spending and new projects. Investors should consider how Whitley's role, combined with leadership transitions, centralizes decision-making around aggressive asset acquisition.
Dec 24, 2025 • MarketBeat NEUTRAL
American Water Works Company, Inc. $AWK Shares Sold by Voya Investment Management LLC
Voya Investment Management LLC reduced its stake in American Water Works Company, Inc. by 18.5% in Q3, selling 12,645 shares and retaining 55,729 shares valued at approximately $7.76 million. Despite this, institutional investors collectively own about 86.6% of the stock. Wall Street analysts maintain a mixed sentiment with a consensus "Hold" rating and a target price of $141.44, while the company reported strong Q3 earnings and revenue growth, and announced a quarterly dividend.
Sentiment Snapshot

Average Sentiment Score:

0.237
50 articles with scored sentiment

Overall Sentiment:

Bullish

AWK Reported Earnings

Jul 30, 2025
Jun 30, 2025 (Pre market)
-0.04 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.48
  • Estimate: $1.52
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -2.6%
Apr 30, 2025
Mar 31, 2025 (Pre market)
-0.02 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.05
  • Estimate: $1.07
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -1.5%
Feb 19, 2025
Dec 31, 2024 (Post market)
0.16 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.22
  • Estimate: $1.06
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 15.1%
Oct 30, 2024
Sep 30, 2024 (Post market)
-0.07 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.77
  • Estimate: $1.84
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -3.8%
Jul 31, 2024
Jun 30, 2024 (Post market)
-0.06 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.40
  • Estimate: $1.46
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -4.1%
May 01, 2024
Mar 31, 2024 (Post market)
-0.05 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.93
  • Estimate: $0.98
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -5.1%
Feb 14, 2024
Dec 31, 2023 (Post market)
0.09 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.92
  • Estimate: $0.83
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 10.8%
Nov 01, 2023
Sep 30, 2023 (Post market)
0.05 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.70
  • Estimate: $1.65
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 3.0%
Jul 26, 2023
Jun 30, 2023 (Post market)
0.16 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.47
  • Estimate: $1.31
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 12.2%

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