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American Water Works (AWK)

(Delayed Data from NYSE)

$147.00 USD

147.00
1,303,481

+1.28 (0.88%)

Updated Aug 4, 2025 04:00 PM ET

Pre-Market: $143.00 -4.00 (-2.72%) 8:28 AM ET

Zacks Rank:

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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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3-Hold of 5     3    

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D Value F Growth F Momentum F VGM

Industry Rank:

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Top 36% (89 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.

Zacks Equity Research

Is American Water Works (AWK) Outperforming Other Utilities Stocks This Year?

Here is how American Water Works (AWK) and NRG Energy (NRG) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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American Water Q4 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates, Customers Added

AWK reports better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings and revenues. The company continues to expand operation through acquisitions and organic initiatives.

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American States Water Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y

AWR's fourth-quarter earnings and revenues increase year over year. However, operating expenses increase during the same period.

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American Water Works (AWK) Q4 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates

American Water Works (AWK) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 7.96% and 11.40%, respectively, for the quarter ended December 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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Rate Cut Delay Fears Grip Markets Amid Rise in Inflation: 4 Safe Bets

Utility stocks like NI, ATO, AWK and NJR are a safe bet during times of market volatility.

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American Water Works to Release Q4 Earnings: Here's What to Expect

AWK's fourth-quarter results are expected to benefit from an expanding customer base and the implementation of new rates.

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Buy 5 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks as Consumer Sentiment Hits 7-Month Low

Low-beta defensive stocks like ATO, AWK, NEE, TSN and LANC are safe bets during times of market volatility.

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CWCO vs. AWK: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?

CWCO vs. AWK: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

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Strength Seen in American Water Works (AWK): Can Its 6.8% Jump Turn into More Strength?

American Water Works (AWK) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.

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Consumer Sentiment Dips After 6 Months: Bet on 4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks

Low-beta utility stocks like AWK, IDA, NEE and NJR are a safe bet during times of market volatility.

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Reasons to Add American Water Works to Your Portfolio Now

AWK, with its rising earnings estimates, regular dividends and expansion through organic and inorganic means, offers a nice investment opportunity for investors.

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Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights American Water Works, SJW Group and Middlesex Water

American Water Works, SJW Group and Middlesex Water have been highlighted in this Industry Outlook article.

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3 Stocks to Consider From the Challenging Water Supply Industry

Despite near-term weakness in water supply, companies like AWK, SJW and MSEX are poised to benefit from their strong customer base and systematic investments that enable them to serve customers efficiently.

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California Water Unit Hawaii Water to Acquire KSSCS Wastewater System

CWT, along with its subsidiaries, is expanding operations through inorganic routes and making necessary investments to upgrade acquired assets.

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American Water Works (AWK) Up 0.1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

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 States Water Q3 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y

AWR's third-quarter earnings lag estimates, while revenues increase year over year by 6.6%.

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Essential Utilities Beats Q3 Earnings Estimates, Plans to Invest $8B

WTRG's third-quarter earnings come in better than estimated. The company continues to invest to strengthen its water and natural gas infrastructure.

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American Water Works Q3 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Beat

AWK's third-quarter revenues are better than expected. AWK continues to gain from accretive acquisitions and continues to invest to strengthen its operation.

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American Water Works (AWK) Q3 Earnings Lag Estimates

American Water Works (AWK) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -2.17% and 9.84%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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Implied Volatility Surging for American Water Works (AWK) Stock Options

Investors need to pay close attention to American Water Works (AWK) stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

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SJW (SJW) Q3 Earnings Match Estimates

SJW (SJW) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 0% and 5.47%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2024. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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American Water to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What to Expect

AWK's third-quarter earnings are likely to have gained from the implementation of new rates and a rise in demand from the expanding customer base.

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5 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Sail Through Ongoing Market Volatility

Low-beta utility and consumer staple stocks like AEP, AWK, FTS, CLX and DEO are safe bets during times of market volatility.