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American Water Works (AWK)

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$142.54 USD

142.54
148,057

+0.63 (0.44%)

Updated Aug 7, 2025 10:30 AM ET

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.75%
2Buy17.82%
3Hold9.58%
4Sell5.28%
5Strong Sell2.61%
S&P50011.30%

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D Value F Growth B Momentum F VGM

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Top 41% (100 out of 246)

Industry: Utility - Water Supply

Zacks News

Water supply and wastewater service provider American Water Works Company was founded in 1886. The company provides essential water services to over 15 million customers in 47 states, the District of Columbia and Ontario, Canada. It has employee strength of 6,800. The company also intermittently acquires small water service providers to expand its customer base. In 2018, the company added 14,000 water and wastewater customers through acquisitions.

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Fresh Hopes of a Fed Rate Cut Boost These 5 Stocks

Dovish remarks from Fed chief John Williams reinforced bets that the central bank would trim interest rates by half a percentage point later this month. This calls for investing in rate-sensitive stocks as well as gold.

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Water Utility Industry Outlook Muddy With Aging Assets

Aging water and wastewater infrastructure in a growing concern for the Water utility industry of the United States.

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American Water's Unit Acquires Mount Ephraim Sewer System

American Water Works' (AWK) unit, New Jersey American Water continues to expand operations through acquisitions and provide high-quality services to new customers.

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American Water's (AWK) Arm Files for New Rates in California

American Water Works' (AWK) subsidiary California American Water seeks approval for new rates, with an objective of carrying on infrastructure improvement.

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Zacks.com featured highlights include: Synchrony Financial, AMETEK, Stifel Financial, Delek US and American Water Works

Zacks.com featured highlights include: Synchrony Financial, AMETEK, Stifel Financial, Delek US and American Water Works

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American Water Arm Seeks Nod for 2020 Infrastructure Upgrade

The DSIC proposal by American Water Works' (AWK) arm, on approval by the Public Service Commission of West Virginia, is expected to marginally increase water rates & ensure high-quality services.

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American Water Works Receives Rate Case Approval in Kentucky

American Water Works (AWK) to make $100-million investment toward infrastructure, following the receipt of approved water rates.

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5 Stocks With Strong Sales Growth Worth Investing in Now

Strong sales growth is one of the most important characteristics of potential winners in the equity markets.

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American Water's Arm to Invest $1.8M to Improve Water System

American Water Works' (AWK) arm Illinois American Water continues to make investments to improve the quality of water services that it provides to customers in the City of Farmington.

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American Water Arm to Invest $9.5M to Improve Water Services

American Water Works' (AWK) ongoing investment plans to upgrade, maintain and expand its existing water infrastructure will enable the company to provide quality services to customers.

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American Water Works (AWK) Moves to Buy: Rationale Behind the Upgrade

American Water Works (AWK) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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Here's Why American Water Works (AWK) is a Great Momentum Stock to Buy

Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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American Water's (AWK) Arm to Invest $0.4M in Water Storage

American Water Works (AWK) continues to make investments to upgrade and repair its water and wastewater infrastructure.

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American Water (AWK) Arm to Invest $0.65M in Water Treatment

American Water (AWK) has been making continued investment in strengthening its existing water & wastewater infrastructure, and plans to invest within $8-$8.6 billion in the 2019-2023 time frame.

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American States Water (AWR) Gets General Rate Case Approval

CPUC's water general rate case approval will allow further infrastructure investments for American States Water (AWR).

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Why Is American Water Works (AWK) Up 4.9% 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.

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American Water's Arm Chalks Out Investment Plans for 2019

American Water Works' (AWK) unit, Pennsylvania American Water, will invest nearly $355 million in 2019, which will enable it to provide quality services to the expanding customer base.

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American Water Works (AWK) Moves to Buy: Rationale Behind the Upgrade

American Water Works (AWK) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

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Aqua America (WTR) to Invest $555M to Fortify Infrastructure

Aqua America (WTR) to continue making capital investments in 2019 to strengthen its existing water and wastewater infrastructure.

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American States Water's (AWR) Q1 Earnings Miss, Improve Y/Y

American States Water's (AWR) first-quarter 2019 revenues increase on a year-over-year basis owing to higher revenues across all its segments.

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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why American Water Works (AWK) is a Great Choice

Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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American Water Works (AWK) Q1 Earnings Miss, Revenues Beat

American Water Works (AWK) Q1 earnings improve year over year backed by contribution generated from infrastructure investment, acquisitions and organic growth.