AWC Stock Chart & Stats
€118.30
€1.80(1.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€118.30
€1.80(1.49%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€101.00 - €129.95
Previous CloseN/A
Volume122.00
Average Volume (3M)112.00
Market Cap
€25.65B
Enterprise Value€42.02B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€121.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€16.42B
Price to Earnings (P/E)25.0
Beta-0.09
Next Earnings
Feb 24, 2027EPS Estimate
1.3Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.24%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.78
Shares Outstanding199,104,660
10 Day Avg. Volume75
30 Day Avg. Volume112
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
€124.70Price Target Upside5.41% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)5.43
Revenue Forecast (FY)€4.85B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Steady Regulated GrowthAmerican Water combines recurring water and wastewater demand with regulated utility operations, supporting dependable revenue visibility. Revenue expansion alongside stable low-20% net margins indicates resilient earnings power and a business model capable of compounding through infrastructure investment and customer growth.
Rate-base RecoveryThe New Jersey rate decision demonstrates the company’s ability to convert substantial infrastructure spending into authorized revenue and returns. Successful rate recovery can support earnings durability, fund system upgrades, and reinforce the economic value of American Water’s regulated operating footprint.
Customer And Earnings GrowthBroad-based customer additions expand the recurring service base and create opportunities to invest in newly acquired systems under regulated frameworks. Management’s 2027 growth outlook and reaffirmed 7%-9% long-term targets indicate a durable expansion plan beyond a single reporting period.
Bears Say
High LeverageRising debt and leverage above equity reduce financial flexibility for a capital-intensive utility. Greater borrowing increases exposure to interest costs and refinancing needs, while also making future infrastructure funding and acquisition plans more dependent on continued access to debt or equity markets.
Persistent Negative Free Cash FlowOperating cash generation is not covering ongoing investment and spending requirements, leaving a recurring funding gap. Although infrastructure investment can support future regulated returns, sustained negative free cash flow requires external financing and can constrain capital allocation during periods of higher funding costs.
Regulatory And Project Execution RiskRegulatory outcomes and major project approvals can materially affect the timing and recovery of American Water’s investments. A lower-than-requested Illinois award and escalating California desalination costs could pressure expected returns, delay benefits, or require additional financing before recovery is secured.
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AWC FAQ
What was American Water Works’s price range in the past 12 months?
American Water Works lowest stock price was €101.00 and its highest was €129.95 in the past 12 months.
What is American Water Works’s market cap?
American Water Works’s market cap is €25.65B.
When is American Water Works’s upcoming earnings report date?
American Water Works’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 24, 2027 which is in 115 days.
How were American Water Works’s earnings last quarter?
American Water Works released its earnings results on Oct 28, 2026. The company reported €1.731 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of €1.823 by -€0.092.
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 pays a Quarterly dividend of €0.801 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.24%. See more information on American Water Works dividends here
What is American Water Works’s EPS estimate?
American Water Works’s EPS estimate is 1.3.
How many shares outstanding does American Water Works have?
American Water Works has 199,104,660 shares outstanding.
What happened to American Water Works’s price movement after its last earnings report?
American Water Works reported an EPS of €1.731 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of €1.823. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.04%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of American Water Works?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:AWC
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
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
€124.70 (5.41% Upside)
€124.70 (5.41% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
DE:AWC Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
17.05%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.99%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.13%
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.
AWC Company Deck
AWC Earnings Call
Q3 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call was predominantly positive. Management reported year-over-year EPS growth, narrowed 2026 guidance toward the top half of the initial range, initiated 2027 guidance reflecting 8% growth, reaffirmed 7% to 9% long-term growth targets, and highlighted substantial regulatory, capital deployment, customer growth and merger progress. The main challenges were higher operating and other costs, pending regulatory decisions, the gap between the Illinois revenue request and proposed amount, California desalination cost and approval issues, and the absence of consolidated post-merger guidance.View all DE:AWC earnings summariesAWC Stock 12 Month Forecast
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