1AWK Stock Chart & Stats
€118.40
-€0.80(-0.67%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€118.40
-€0.80(-0.67%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€61.00 - €181.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)6.00
Market Cap
€23.56B
Enterprise Value€41.61K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€191.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€16.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.2
Beta-0.15
Next Earnings
Oct 28, 2026EPS Estimate
1.81Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.78
Shares Outstanding198,728,990
10 Day Avg. Volume1
30 Day Avg. Volume6
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio3.98
Price to Book (P/B)2.35
Price to Sales (P/S)4.95
P/FCF Ratio-23.85
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€122.93Price Target Upside3.82% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)5.3
Revenue Forecast (FY)€4.68B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Steady Revenue And Margin ProfileAWK’s regulated utility base has produced durable revenue expansion while maintaining net margins in the low-20% range. This combination indicates recurring demand, pricing supported by regulation, and operating resilience that can sustain earnings growth as infrastructure investments enter the rate base.
Infrastructure Investment Securing Rate RecoveryThe New Jersey rate settlement demonstrates that substantial infrastructure spending can be translated into approved revenue and authorized returns. Recovery tied to treatment, transmission, distribution, and compliance upgrades supports the regulated asset base and strengthens long-term earnings visibility.
Customer And Acquisition ExpansionAdding customer connections expands AWK’s recurring service footprint and creates opportunities to spread utility capabilities across a broader base. The Nexus integration and additional contracted connections also support scale, local operating presence, and future infrastructure investment.
Bears Say
Persistently Negative Free Cash FlowAWK’s operating cash flow does not cover its substantial capital requirements, leaving free cash flow consistently below zero. This structural funding gap increases dependence on debt and equity markets to finance infrastructure and dividends, reducing financial flexibility during less favorable funding conditions.
Meaningful LeverageRising debt and leverage constrain AWK’s ability to absorb higher interest costs or regulatory delays without affecting capital allocation. Although leverage is typical for utilities, the scale of borrowing combined with negative free cash flow leaves less balance-sheet capacity for future investment or acquisitions.
Regulatory Recovery And Merger UncertaintyRegulatory outcomes may provide less recovery than AWK requests, as shown by the Pennsylvania decision, limiting the pace at which investment converts into earnings. Continued proceedings and contested merger approvals add uncertainty around rate-base growth, transaction timing, and expected operating benefits.
1AWK FAQ
What was American Water Works’s price range in the past 12 months?
American Water Works lowest stock price was €61.00 and its highest was €181.00 in the past 12 months.
What is American Water Works’s market cap?
American Water Works’s market cap is €23.56B.
When is American Water Works’s upcoming earnings report date?
American Water Works’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 28, 2026 which is in 36 days.
How were American Water Works’s earnings last quarter?
American Water Works released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported €1.402 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €1.337 by €0.065.
Is American Water Works overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts American Water Works’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does American Water Works pay dividends?
American Water Works does not currently pay dividends.
What is American Water Works’s EPS estimate?
American Water Works’s EPS estimate is 1.81.
How many shares outstanding does American Water Works have?
American Water Works has 198,728,990 shares outstanding.
What happened to American Water Works’s price movement after its last earnings report?
American Water Works reported an EPS of €1.402 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €1.337. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.51%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of American Water Works?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IT:1AWK
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
American Water Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
€122.93 (3.82% Upside)
€122.93 (3.82% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
IT:1AWK Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 58%
Sector Average 58%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
1.89%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.49%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
American Water Works
American Water Works Company, Inc. operates across the United States, delivering essential water and wastewater solutions via its various subsidiary companies. Its operations extend to around 1,700 communities situated across 14 states, catering to an active customer base of roughly 3.4 million. The firm caters to a broad spectrum of clients. These include individual households, commercial enterprises (such as food and beverage suppliers, property developers, and energy companies), and both public and private fire service customers. Industrial clients, like large-scale manufacturers, mining, and production facilities, also utilize its services. Furthermore, American Water Works supports public authorities, encompassing government facilities, schools, and universities, alongside other utility providers and community water and wastewater infrastructure. Beyond these, the company extends its water and wastewater provisions to numerous military installations. It also enters into agreements with municipal bodies, predominantly for the management and operation of their water and wastewater facilities, in addition to offering a range of supplementary services. The company's infrastructure is substantial, comprising approximately 80 surface water treatment plants, 480 groundwater treatment plants, and 160 wastewater treatment plants. Its vast network also includes 52,500 miles of mains for transmission, distribution, and collection, alongside 1,100 groundwater wells, 1,700 pumping stations for water and wastewater, 1,300 treated water storage facilities, and 76 dams. Overall, the company delivers drinking water, wastewater management, and ancillary services to roughly 14 million individuals across 24 states. Established in 1886, American Water Works Company, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Camden, New Jersey.
1AWK Company Deck
1AWK Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed solid operational and financial execution: double-digit initiatives were advanced (capex deployment of $1.8B, EPS growth, acquisitions, financing) and management reaffirmed full-year guidance and long-term targets. Progress on the Essential merger and multiple regulatory approvals are material positives. The principal headwinds are regulatory negotiation outcomes (e.g., Pennsylvania awarding $75M vs. $160M requested), ongoing rate case uncertainty in several states (including a large Missouri filing under a new test-year approach), modest increases in depreciation/financing costs, and leverage/forward-share settlement exposure. On balance, the strengths (EPS growth, strong capex execution, completed financing, acquisition momentum, merger progress and cost control) outweigh the regulatory and financing risks discussed.View all IT:1AWK earnings summaries1AWK Stock 12 Month Forecast
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