AWK Stock Chart & Stats
$2290.00
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$2290.00
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$1,730.00 - $2,640.91
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)206.00
Market Cap
$472.88B
Enterprise Value$41.61K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$191.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$16.06B
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.3
Beta0.04
Next Earnings
Oct 28, 2026EPS Estimate
35.33Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)5.78
Shares Outstanding198,728,990
10 Day Avg. Volume619
30 Day Avg. Volume206
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
$2,372.54Price Target Upside3.60% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)102.81
Revenue Forecast (FY)$90.67B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Utility ModelThe regulated utility model provides recurring service revenue and a framework for recovering qualifying infrastructure investment through approved rates. A broad customer base across multiple states can support earnings durability, while market-based contracts add additional diversification beyond regulated tariffs.
Steady Revenue And ProfitabilitySustained revenue expansion alongside broadly stable low-20% net margins indicates durable demand and solid operating economics for a regulated utility. This earnings foundation can support continued infrastructure investment and provide resilience as customer usage and approved rates evolve.
Infrastructure Investment And Rate RecoveryLarge infrastructure spending is being translated into approved rate-base recovery, reinforcing the link between investment and future regulated revenue. The New Jersey decision also funds treatment, main replacement and PFAS work, strengthening service capability while supporting longer-term earnings visibility.
Bears Say
Persistently Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative free cash flow reflects the company’s heavy investment requirements and leaves internally generated cash below the funding needs of capital spending and dividends. Continued dependence on external financing can reduce flexibility and increase sensitivity to funding conditions over time.
Elevated LeverageGrowing debt and elevated leverage constrain financial flexibility for a capital-intensive utility, particularly while investment remains substantial. Higher financing exposure can increase interest costs and make future capital plans more dependent on favorable debt or equity market access.
Regulatory Recovery And Affordability RiskRegulatory approval does not guarantee recovery of the investment or revenue level requested, as Pennsylvania’s award was materially lower than the filing. Similar negotiation risk across active cases could delay earnings benefits, limit returns, or require greater attention to customer affordability.
AWK FAQ
What was American Water Works’s price range in the past 12 months?
American Water Works lowest stock price was $1730.00 and its highest was $2640.91 in the past 12 months.
What is American Water Works’s market cap?
American Water Works’s market cap is $472.88B.
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 48 days.
How were American Water Works’s earnings last quarter?
American Water Works released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported $27.332 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $26.059 by $1.273.
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 35.33.
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 $27.332 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $26.059. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of American Water Works?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:AWK
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:
$2,372.54 (3.60% Upside)
$2,372.54 (3.60% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
MX:AWK Sentiment 50%
Sector Average 55%
Sector Average 55%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
2.99%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.45%
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.
AWK Company Deck
AWK 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 MX:AWK earnings summariesAWK Stock 12 Month Forecast
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