AWK

$135.79-1.31 (-0.96%)

Market ClosedAs of Mar 20, 8:00 PM UTC

American Water Works Company, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides water and wastewater services in the United States.

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Whystock Valuation Model

Calculated using a trailing P/E relative model adjusted by sector ROE and historical growth.
Current Price$135.79
Potential Downside
16.2%
Whystock Fair Value$113.79
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Fundamentals

SectorUtilities
IndustryUtilities-Regulated Water

American Water Works Company, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides water and wastewater services in the United States. It offers water and wastewater services on military installations; and undertakes contracts with municipal customers, primarily...

Market Cap
Total dollar market value of a company's outstanding shares of stock (Price * Shares).
$26.51B
P/E Ratio
Priced for growth. Investors expect sustained double-digit expansion.
23.86
Beta
Defensive asset. Lower volatility than the S&P 500.
0.76
Div Yield
Low to zero yield. Return is entirely dependent on price appreciation.
0.00%
ROIC
Average efficiency. Growth may require heavy reinvestment.
9.99%
Quick Ratio
Tight liquidity. Monitor cash flow carefully against debt.
0.44

Recent News

The Times-Tribune, Scranton, Pa.
Mar 20, 2026

Merger of two water companies serving NEPA gets hearing in Scranton

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission will hold a hearing in Scranton next month on a proposed merger of American Water Works, which is the parent firm of Pennsylvania American Water, and Essential Utilities, the parent company of Aqua Pennsylvania. On Thursday, the PUC issued a schedule of in-person and telephonic hearings to be held in late April and early May throughout the state on ...

NEUTRAL
Neutral flow. Standard news cycle with no clear sentiment tilt.
Zacks
Mar 20, 2026

Why Is American Water Works (AWK) Up 4.4% Since Last Earnings Report?

American Water Works (AWK) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

NEUTRAL
Neutral flow. Standard news cycle with no clear sentiment tilt.
Simply Wall St.
Mar 18, 2026

American Water Highlights Conservation Efforts Infrastructure Spend And Valuation Questions

American Water Works Company (NYSE:AWK) and its subsidiaries are supporting the EPA's Fix a Leak Week 2026 across several states, promoting customer action on water conservation. The company is highlighting infrastructure investments aimed at reducing water loss and improving system reliability. American Water is also taking part in the American Water Works Association New Jersey 2026 Annual Conference, underscoring its role in modern water management discussions. For investors tracking...

BULLISH
Positive press. Headlines skewed toward growth and analyst upgrades.
Zacks
Mar 17, 2026

Consolidated Water 2025 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Decrease Y/Y

CWCO misses 2025 EPS and revenue estimates as weaker services and bulk segments drag results despite gains in retail water sales and higher volumes.

BEARISH
Negative press. News cycle fixated on risk factors or misses.
Barchart
Mar 13, 2026

Is American Water Works Stock Underperforming the Dow?

American Water Works has trailed the broader Dow Jones Industrial Average over the past year, with Wall Street analysts maintaining a cautious outlook on the stock.

BEARISH
Negative press. News cycle fixated on risk factors or misses.