American Water Works Company, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides water and wastewater services in the United States. It offers water and wastewater services to approximately 1,700 communities in 16 states serving approximately 3.5 million active customers. The company serves residential customers; commercial customers, such as food and beverage providers, commercial property developers and proprietors, and energy suppliers; fire service and private fire customers; industrial customers, such as large-scale manufacturers, mining, and production operations; public authorities comprising government buildings and other public sector facilities, such as schools and universities; and other utilities and community water and wastewater systems. It also provides various warranty protection programs to residential customers; and water and wastewater services on various military installations. In addition, the company undertakes contracts with municipal customers, primarily to operate and manage water and wastewater facilities, as well as offers other related services. It operates approximately 79 surface water treatment plants; 530 groundwater treatment plants; 150 wastewater treatment plants; 53,200 miles of transmission, distribution, and collection mains and pipes; 1,100 groundwater wells; 1,600 water and wastewater pumping stations; 1,300 treated water storage facilities; and 75 dams. The company serves approximately 15 million people with drinking water, wastewater, and other water-related services in 46 states. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Camden, New Jersey.
IPO Year: 2008
Exchange: NYSE
Website: amwater.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2026 | $139.00 | Underperform → Neutral | BofA Securities |
| 11/5/2025 | $124.00 | Underperform → Hold | Jefferies |
| 10/16/2025 | $155.00 | Hold | TD Cowen |
| 4/25/2025 | Buy → Neutral | UBS | |
| 4/22/2025 | $138.00 | Underweight | Barclays |
| 1/7/2025 | $133.00 → $129.00 | Underweight → Equal Weight | Wells Fargo |
| 11/19/2024 | $151.00 → $155.00 | Neutral → Buy | UBS |
| 10/15/2024 | $131.00 → $140.00 | Outperform → Neutral | Mizuho |
| 10/7/2024 | $124.00 | Underperform | Jefferies |
| 9/20/2024 | $140.00 | Underperform | BofA Securities |
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BofA Securities upgraded American Water Works from Underperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $139.00
Jefferies upgraded American Water Works from Underperform to Hold and set a new price target of $124.00
TD Cowen initiated coverage of American Water Works with a rating of Hold and set a new price target of $155.00
UBS downgraded American Water Works from Buy to Neutral
Barclays initiated coverage of American Water Works with a rating of Underweight and set a new price target of $138.00
Wells Fargo upgraded American Water Works from Underweight to Equal Weight and set a new price target of $129.00 from $133.00 previously
UBS upgraded American Water Works from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $155.00 from $151.00 previously
Mizuho downgraded American Water Works from Outperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $140.00 from $131.00 previously
Jefferies initiated coverage of American Water Works with a rating of Underperform and set a new price target of $124.00
BofA Securities resumed coverage of American Water Works with a rating of Underperform and set a new price target of $140.00
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New text message outreach helps customers access available assistance programBELLEVILLE, Ill., April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois American Water is launching a pilot program to proactively identify and assist customers who may qualify for monthly water and/or wastewater bill discounts ranging between 10-80 percent. The effort aims to increase awareness of existing assistance programs and simplify the path to enrollment.Beginning in April, some customers may receive text messages from Promise, a trusted technology partner that supports utilities in connecting customers with bill assistance. The outreach helps eligible households begin the process of applying for Illinois American Water's
CAMDEN, N.J., April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On the week of April 20, New Jersey American Water will complete its scheduled routine treatment change and resume using chloramines at its Raritan-Millstone Water Treatment Plant in Bridgewater and its Canal Road Water Treatment Plant in Somerset. These plants serve New Jersey American Water customers in the following counties: Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset, and Union.In mid-February, as part of an annual routine maintenance program for its water distribution system, New Jersey American Water temporarily shifted the water treatment process from using chloramine to chlorine for about ten weeks. Chloramines have long been an
CHARLESTON, W.Va., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce a $420,000 infrastructure upgrade project on 2nd Avenue in North Charleston."We are committed to investing in our infrastructure systems across the state," said Scott Wyman, President of West Virginia American Water. "The North Charleston project will benefit the customers we serve and will allow us to continue providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water to the community."The project entails replacing 900 feet of aging pipe with 6-inch PVC main and will occur on 2nd Avenue from 29th Street to 32nd Street. It is scheduled to be completed by the end of April, and the final street resto
Payment Assistance Programs Are Available for Customers Facing Financial DifficultiesCAMDEN, N.J., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., wants to remind customers that it provides secure and convenient bill payment options through its online portal, MyWater. The company recently broadened its platform to accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, PayPal or PayPal Credit when enrolling in its Auto Pay program or making a one-time payment to make it easier for customers to pay their bills."American Water is dedicated to providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to c
Investments help improve reliability, water quality and fire protection for customers across the stateMECHANICSBURG, Pa., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania American Water announced today it invested more than $722 million in 2025 to improve water and wastewater systems serving customers in 38 counties and 436 communities across Pennsylvania. Of the total investment, approximately $638 million supported water system improvements and $84 million was invested in wastewater systems."Providing safe, clean and reliable water and wastewater service means investing in our systems every year," said Pennsylvania American Water President Justin Ladner. "These upgrades help reduce service inter
CAMDEN, N.J., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On the week of April 13, New Jersey American Water will complete its scheduled routine treatment change and resume using chloramines at its Swimming River Water Treatment Plant in Colts Neck and its Jumping Brook Water Treatment Plant in Neptune. These plants serve New Jersey American Water customers in portions of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.In mid-February, as part of an annual routine maintenance program for its water distribution system, New Jersey American Water temporarily shifted the water treatment process from using chloramine to chlorine for about eight weeks. Chloramines have long been an effective method of water disinfection that meet
Update contact information today to help ensure receipt of emergency and general service alertsBELLEVILLE, Ill., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois American Water urges customers to update their contact information through its online customer portal, MyWater, in order to receive emergency alerts as well as non-urgent work taking place in their communities, including water main replacements, flushing or other planned maintenance."Illinois American Water is dedicated to providing safe, clean and reliable drinking water and wastewater services to the communities we serve," said Brian Eisenloeffel, Vice-President, Operations, Illinois American Water. "In case of an emergency or scheduled ma
HUNTINGTON, W.Va., March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce an $815,000 infrastructure upgrade project on South Walnut Street in Huntington."This is a significant investment into the Huntington community that helps strengthen the system and improve reliability for the customers we serve," said Scott Wyman, president of West Virginia American Water. "It's another example of our commitment to our customers and to providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water service."The project is taking place on South Walnut Street from Norway Avenue to Roland Park Drive. The project will replace 1,600 feet of aging pipe with 6-inch PVC main. It is scheduled t
DUNBAR, W.Va., March 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce it is continuing its infrastructure investments upgrades in the Dunbar community with a $560,000 project on 18th Street."This infrastructure upgrade project is a testament to our commitment to the Dunbar community," said Scott Wyman, President of West Virginia American Water. "We are continuing to make significant investments in our system to improve system resiliency and reliability to our customers across the state, and this most recent project in Dunbar is a great example."The project is taking place on 18th Street from Myers Avenue to Kanawha Avenue and entails replacing 720 feet of aging pi
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor.NEW YORK, March 25, 2026 /CNW/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on March 25thMarkets are higher ahead of Wednesday's session following a report that the U.S. has sent Iran a peace plan to end the conflict in the Middle East.Verily Health CEO Stephen Gillett will join NYSE Live to share more about a recent $300 million investment round and how it bolsters the firm's precision health AI stra
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CAMDEN, N.J., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced today that it intends to release its 2025 fourth quarter and year-end financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. John Griffith, President and Chief Executive Officer; David Bowler, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; and Cheryl Norton, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will host a conference call and webcast with investors, analysts and other interested parties on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 9 a.m. Eastern
MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania American Water announced today it has completed the acquisition of the Elizabeth Borough Municipal Authority (EBMA) wastewater system for $28 million. The newly acquired wastewater system serves approximately 660 direct customer connections in Elizabeth Borough, Allegheny County. Pennsylvania American Water already provides water service to these customers. The wastewater system also serves approximately 1,500 indirect customers in Lincoln Borough and Elizabeth and Forward townships. "Pennsylvania American Water is
Cash dividend payable in the first quarter of 2026 CAMDEN, N.J., Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced that its board of directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.8275 per share of common stock, payable on March 3, 2026, to all shareholders of record as of February 10, 2026. This quarterly dividend is a continuation of the increase in the annualized dividend approved by the Board and announced on April 30, 2025. American Water offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan called American Wate
Iowa American Water announced today it has completed the acquisition of the water and wastewater systems of the City of Low Moor. The purchase of the system adds approximately 126 water and 128 wastewater connections to the company's Clinton service area and was approved by the Iowa Utilities Commission. "Iowa American Water is excited to expand our services to our new customers in Low Moor. We appreciate the community's trust and confidence in our team of water and wastewater professionals, and we thank Mayor Goldensoph, the city council and city clerk for their support throughout the process," said Brad Nielsen, President of Iowa American Water. "Today, we welcome our new customers, and
Cash dividend payable in the fourth quarter of 2025 American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced that its board of directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.8275 per share of common stock, payable on December 2, 2025, to all shareholders of record as of November 13, 2025. This quarterly dividend is a continuation of the increase in the annualized dividend approved by the Board and announced on April 30, 2025. American Water offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan called American Water Stock Direct (the "Plan"), which enables shareholders to reinvest cash dividends and purchase additional shares of American Water common stock with
American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced today that it intends to release its 2025 third quarter financial results, 2026 earnings guidance and long-term financial targets after the market closes on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. John Griffith, President and Chief Executive Officer; David Bowler, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; and Cheryl Norton, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will host a conference call and webcast with investors, analysts and other interested parties on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. There will be a question-and-answer session as part of the call. Interested parties may listen to an audio we
Cash dividend payable in the third quarter of 2025 American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced that its board of directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.8275 per share of common stock, payable on September 3, 2025, to all shareholders of record as of August 12, 2025. This quarterly dividend is a continuation of the increase in the annualized dividend approved by the Board and announced on April 30, 2025. American Water offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan called American Water Stock Direct (the "Plan"), which enables shareholders to reinvest cash dividends and purchase additional shares of American Water common stock withou
American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced today that it intends to release its 2025 second quarter financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. John Griffith, President and Chief Executive Officer; David Bowler, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; and Cheryl Norton, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will host a conference call and webcast with investors, analysts and other interested parties on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 9 a.m. Eastern Time. There will be a question-and-answer session as part of the call. Interested parties may listen to an audio webcast of the conference call through a link on the Investor R
Cash dividend payable in the second quarter of 2025 American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced that its board of directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend payment of $0.8275 per share of common stock, an increase of 8.2 percent. "American Water continues to set the benchmark for dividend growth within the industry. The increase is in line with our 7 to 9 percent EPS and dividend growth guidance and is a testament to our execution of effective strategic initiatives," said John Griffith, President of American Water. "We understand the importance of our dividend and its pivotal role in delivering outstanding value to our shareholders." The company expects to continue i
American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced today that it intends to release its 2025 first quarter financial results after the market closes on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. John Griffith, President; Cheryl Norton, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; David Bowler, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, along with M. Susan Hardwick, Chief Executive Officer, will host a conference call and webcast with investors, analysts and other interested parties on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at 9 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time. There will be a question-and-answer session as part of the call. Interested parties may listen to an audio webcast of the conference call thro
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Company urges customers to conserve water as New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issues Drought Warning CAMDEN, N.J., Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJ DEP)'s issuance of a Drought Warning today, New Jersey American Water has issued a mandatory conservation notice for all customers across the state. The company requests that customers limit all nonessential water usage by conserving as much water as possible indoors. "Water is our most precious resource, and during times like these, every drop counts
Keck Brings Industry Expertise to Leading Policy Advisory Group CAMDEN, N.J., Dec. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE:AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced that Christine Keck, Vice President, Chief Legislative and External Affairs Officer, has been appointed to the WP Intelligence Council, an esteemed advisory group dedicated to advancing policy and industry innovation. "We're thrilled that Christine has joined WP Intelligence's Council on Energy & Climate, and look forward to having her contribute to our world
American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced today that on August 26, 2025, Lisa A. Grow was appointed as an independent member of the company's board of directors, effective immediately. "American Water is pleased to have Lisa join our board of directors," said Karl Kurz, Board Chair of American Water. "Bringing nearly four decades of experience in the utility industry, coupled with her deep regulatory, customer and operational expertise, Lisa will further strengthen our board, and we look forward to working with her." "We are honored to have Lisa join American Water's board," said John Griffith, President and CEO of American Water. "She has deep and extensive expertise in t
American Water (NYSE:AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., is participating in the 2025 Southeastern Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (SEARUC) Annual Education Conference, taking place June 8 through June 11, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. The event brings together commissions, utility leaders and industry experts from across the Southeast to explore emerging regulatory issues and share best practices. Grant Evitts, President of Tennessee American Water, spoke today as part of the panel discussion Dollars for Drops: Investing in Water Infrastructure. The session will focus on the critical need for sustainable investment in aging infrast
American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) announced today that Raffiq Nathoo has been appointed as an independent member of the company's board of directors, effective today. "American Water is pleased to have Raffiq join our board of directors," said Karl Kurz, Board Chair of American Water. "Bringing more than 30 years of experience in the international financial and capital markets, including leadership in the energy, power and utilities sectors, Raffiq will further strengthen our board, and we look forward to working with him." "We are honored to have Raffiq become part of American Water's board," said John Griffith, President and CEO of American Water. "His deep expertise in ut
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE:AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it provided a $15,000 grant to the American Red Cross, during the Kentucky Red Cross telethon, to support communities impacted by heavy rains and flash floods in Kentucky. "Kentucky American Water, together with the American Water Charitable Foundation, is proud to support families and communities impacted by the recent floods," said Robert Burton, president, Kentucky American Water. "Access to safe, clean drinking water is critical in our daily lives and in times of emergenci
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE:AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it is providing a $10,000 grant to the American Red Cross to support communities impacted by heavy rains and flash floods in Kentucky. "Kentucky American Water, in collaboration with the American Water Charitable Foundation, is pleased to join the ongoing efforts in Eastern Kentucky to support families and communities impacted by the devastating floods," said Robert Burton, president, Kentucky American Water. "We understand how critical safe, clean drinking water is in our dai
California American Water is proud to announce that Kevin Tilden, President of the company, has been elected to the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) Executive Committee. This prestigious appointment recognizes Tilden's leadership in the water industry and his commitment to fostering a strong and thriving business environment in California. CalChamber is a leading voice for businesses across the state, advocating for policies that promote economic growth and job creation. As a member of the Executive Committee, Tilden will join a distinguished group of executives representing diverse industries, working together to address critical issues facing California's business community.
Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE:AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., is proud to join the water industry in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the landmark law that has safeguarded public health by protecting drinking water quality since its passage on December 16, 1974. "We know that at the end of every water pipe, there's a family depending on us to provide this essential service safely and reliably. We take water quality very seriously and our customers' safety is our number one priority. When it comes to complying with strict federal regulations for delivering safe, quality
American Water (NYSE:AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., is proud to join the water industry in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the landmark law that has safeguarded public health by protecting drinking water quality since its passage on December 16, 1974. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241216801881/en/ "Today we reflect on 50 years of the Safe Drinking Water Act and are reminded of its profound impact on the nation's public drinking water supply," said M. Susan Hardwick, Chief Executive Officer, American Water. "From scientists to
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