American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)

NYSE: AWK · Real-Time Price · USD
122.36
-1.80 (-1.45%)
At close: May 20, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
123.00
+0.64 (0.52%)
After-hours: May 20, 2026, 7:57 PM EDT
Market Cap23.89B -17.3%
Revenue (ttm)5.21B +8.1%
Net Income1.10B +2.9%
EPS5.64 +2.7%
Shares Out 195.28M
PE Ratio21.70
Forward PE18.62
Dividend$3.58 (2.88%)
Ex-Dividend DateMay 12, 2026
Volume1,851,890
Open123.65
Previous Close124.16
Day's Range121.99 - 124.83
52-Week Range121.28 - 147.87
Beta0.63
AnalystsHold
Price Target137.27 (+12.19%)
Earnings DateApr 29, 2026

About AWK

American Water Works Company, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides water and wastewater services in the United States. It offers water and wastewater services on military installations; and undertakes contracts with municipal customers, primarily to operate and manage water and wastewater facilities, as well as offers other related services. The company also operates approximately 80 surface water treatment plants; 520 groundwater treatment plants; 170 wastewater treatment plants; 55,000 miles of transmission, distribution, and collection m... [Read more]

Sector Utilities
IPO Date Apr 23, 2008
Employees 7,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol AWK
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, AWK's revenue was $5.14 billion, an increase of 9.74% compared to the previous year's $4.68 billion. Earnings were $1.11 billion, an increase of 5.71%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 13 analysts, the average rating for AWK stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $137.27, which is an increase of 12.19% from the latest price.

Price Target
$137.27
(12.19% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

INFRASTRUCTURE WEEK: CALIFORNIA AMERICAN WATER HIGHLIGHTS $277 MILLION OF INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS EXPECTED IN 2026

SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Infrastructure Week, California American Water today announced its continued commitment to strengthening water and wastewater infrastructure a...

10 hours ago - PRNewsWire

New Jersey American Water Provides Wise Water Tips for Summer as New Jersey Drought Warning Remains in Effect

CAMDEN, N.J., May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With temperatures in the mid-90s this week and the unofficial start to summer this holiday weekend, New Jersey American Water is reminding customers that sma...

14 hours ago - PRNewsWire

Indiana American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grant Recipients

GREENWOOD, Ind., May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water a...

16 hours ago - PRNewsWire

California American Water Completes $4 Million Upgrade in its Bellflower Water System

LOS ANGELES, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- California American Water is committed to providing customers with high-quality, reliable service. The company's ongoing infrastructure investments improve re...

1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Illinois American Water Highlights $290 Million of Infrastructure Investments Expected in 2026 During Infrastructure Week

BELLEVILLE, Ill., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Infrastructure Week, Illinois American Water today announced its continued commitment to strengthening water and wastewater infrastruct...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

Pennsylvania American Water Announces Major Water Tank Upgrades Statewide

$17.8 million in upgrades to support reliable water service, strong pressure and safe, high-quality water  MECHANICSBURG, Pa., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with the start of the annual ...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

Tennessee American Water Highlights Over $40 Million in Planned Investments in 2026 During Infrastructure Week

Upgrades Will Strengthen Reliability, Resiliency and Fire Protection in Tennessee American Water Service Areas CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Infrastructure Week 20...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

Kentucky American Water Files Rate Request Driven by Approximately $108 Million in Continued Investments to Provide Safe, Clean, Reliable and Affordable Service

Request supports continued infrastructure investments in water systems that serve more than half a million people across 13 counties LEXINGTON, Ky., May 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kentucky American Wate...

5 days ago - PRNewsWire

Tap Water You Can Trust: 16 Pennsylvania American Water Drinking Water Treatment Plants Earn National Recognition

The company has received more awards than any water utility in the nation, demonstrating an outstanding commitment to providing high-quality drinking water. MECHANICSBURG, Pa.

5 days ago - PRNewsWire

American Water and Essential Utilities merger approved by Ohio’s PUCO

American Water (AWK) and Essential Utilities (WTRG) announced that the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, or PUCO, issued an order approving the companies’ proposed merger, marking the second favora...

Other symbols: WTRG
6 days ago - TheFly

Water Quality Reports Available Online for New Jersey American Water Customers

Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards. CAMDEN, N.J.

6 days ago - PRNewsWire

West Virginia American Water Invests Over $124 Million in Statewide System Upgrades in 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahead of Infrastructure Week, West Virginia American Water announced its 2025 investments for system improvements, totaling more than $124 million in wa...

6 days ago - PRNewsWire

American Water Launches 2026 Future Wavemakers Internship Program

CAMDEN, N.J., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced the launch of its 2026 Future Wavemakers ...

7 days ago - PRNewsWire

American Water Works Company Transcript: AGM 2026

The meeting highlighted strong 2025 performance, progress on a major merger, and approval of all board proposals, including director elections, executive compensation, auditor ratification, and plan amendments. No shareholder questions were raised.

7 days ago - Transcripts

American Water Announces 2025 Camden Community Investment Report

Providing nearly $9 million in charitable contributions to the Camden community since 2018     CAMDEN, N.J., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wa...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

California American Water Signs Water Forum Agreement 2050, Reinforcing Commitment to the Sacramento Region

SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- California American Water has signed the Water Forum Agreement 2050 (WF2050), a regional partnership guiding water management, environmental stewardshi...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

Pennsylvania American Water Announces 2026 Restoration Work Across the Commonwealth

Company to spend more than $50 million restoring streets and sidewalks impacted by underground utility work MECHANICSBURG, Pa., May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania American Water announced plans...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

Water Quality Reports Available Online for Virginia American Water Customers

Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Virginia American Water announced today that its most recent Water Quality Report...

9 days ago - PRNewsWire

Water Quality Reports Available Online for Maryland American Water Customers

Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards BEL AIR, Md., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Maryland American Water announced today that its most recent Water Quality Reports a...

9 days ago - PRNewsWire

American Water Works Company Proxy statement: Proxy filing

American Water Works Company filed a proxy statement on May 8, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

12 days ago - Filings

Missouri American Water Ranks #1 in J.D. Power 2026 Water Utility Residential Customer Satisfaction Study in Midwest Large Region

Company focuses on providing reliable service and consistent communication.  ST. LOUIS, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Missouri American Water received the J.D.

12 days ago - PRNewsWire

California American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation Provide Over $1 Million in Statewide Support to Communities in 2025

SAN DIEGO, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- California American Water announced its charitable giving for 2025. Last year, the company provided more than $672,300 through general charitable contributions a...

13 days ago - PRNewsWire

WATER QUALITY REPORTS SHOW EXCELLENT RESULTS FOR CALIFORNIA AMERICAN WATER CUSTOMERS

SAN DIEGO, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- California American Water published its 2025 Consumer Confidence Reports, demonstrating high-quality water service throughout its state districts. The annual rep...

13 days ago - PRNewsWire

American Water price target lowered to $137 from $149 at UBS

UBS lowered the firm’s price target on American Water (AWK) to $137 from $149 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

13 days ago - TheFly