American Water Works closes a $315M Nexus deal across eight states, adding 47,000 customers as it pushes acquisitions and a $3.7B 2026 capex plan.
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?
American Water Works (AWK) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
American Water is merging with Essential Utilities to create the largest public water utility in the U.S., targeting Q1 2027 closure. AWK expects 7-9% long-term EPS and dividend growth, with potential for above-trend EPS growth post-merger due to synergies and expanded geographic reach. Pro-forma dividend yield is projected to rise to 3.4% in 2027, with a payout ratio near 58%, and valuation is seen as attractive versus peers.
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?
Water utilities like SBS, AWR, AWK and CWT are supported by strategic capital investment plans and strong customer bases, positioning them to outperform peers despite persistent challenges facing the water industry.
AWK misses Q1 EPS estimates despite higher revenues, while acquisitions, new rates and pending deals support customer and revenue growth.
American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
American Water Works (AWK) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.01 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.1 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.05 per share a year ago.
AWK gears up for Q1 results with modest growth expected, but weak Earnings ESP signals a potential miss despite rate hikes and acquisitions.
American Water Works (AWK) is a premier, AI-proof water utility with strong pricing power and a robust, regulated growth model. AWK targets 7-9% annual earnings growth via rate increases, infrastructure upgrades, and aggressive industry consolidation. Shares now trade near a decade-low valuation—under 22x forward earnings and a historically high 2.7% yield—making AWK attractive.
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American Water Works (AWK) have what it takes?