American Water Works (AWK)
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Why is AWK moving today?
+1.4%AWK is +1.4% today, inside the ordinary range for a session (under 3%). No stories about it reached the feed in the last 24 hours.
What this does not prove. A story on the same day is evidence of timing, not of cause: it explains a move only if it accounts for the size and the direction, and most single-stock moves carry a sector or index component too. Nothing here is a forecast.
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
American Water Works (AWK) overview
American Water Works is the largest U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility.
AWK is a member of the S&P 500. It sits in the Utilities sector. That sector covers electric, gas and water providers prized for steady, regulated income.
American Water Works trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol AWK. The most recent market data puts the share price at about $134.94. That is up 1.43% on the session. At that price the company is worth roughly $26.82B.
Over the past 52 weeks, AWK has traded between $120.57 and $145.64. Shares change hands at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 23.4. The P/E ratio sets the share price against a year of earnings. A higher number means the market is paying more for each dollar the company earns. AWK also pays a dividend. It yields around 2.65% at the current price.
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Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
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Why investors watch AWK
AWK is one of the larger names in the Utilities sector, so investors follow it closely. It tends to move with the rest of the sector. This page sums up each AWK story as it breaks, and tags it bullish, bearish or neutral.
What moves AWK
- Earnings. AWK reports results four times a year. A surprise against the estimate tends to move the stock that day.
- Analyst calls. Upgrades, downgrades and new price targets change what the market expects from AWK.
- Sector news. Utilities stocks often move together, so a rival's news can move AWK too.
Market Mood
Latest AWK news
American Water Works (AWK) Stock Reaches 52-Week Low at $121.27
American Water Works (AWK) has reached a 52-week low, trading at $121.27. This decline indicates increased selling pressure and may suggest a broader trend in the stock market. It is significant for investors as a 52-week low can reflect the company's recent performance and market sentiment. Such price movements may impact investor confidence and trading volumes moving forward.
Read More: American Water Works (AWK) Stock Reaches 52-Week Low at $121.27
Xylem (XYL) Reports 4% Revenue Growth to $2.4 Billion in Q3
Xylem (XYL) reported a 4% year-over-year revenue growth for the last quarter, reaching $2.4 billion, with net orders increasing by 9%. As data centers expand, they require significant water cooling technology, positioning Xylem to capitalize on this trend with its smart water solutions. Currently, Xylem's stock is trading at a P/E ratio of 32.6. Meanwhile, American Water Works (AWK) also reported operating revenue of $5.1 billion, up from $4.68 billion the previous year, benefitting from regulated returns on capital investments.
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Frequently asked questions
Is American Water Works in the S&P 500?
Yes. American Water Works trades as AWK and is a member of the S&P 500. The index lists it in the Utilities sector.
What sector is AWK in?
AWK sits in the Utilities sector of the S&P 500.
Where can I find the latest AWK news?
Right here. This page collects recent AWK news and market analysis. Every story gets an AI summary and a bullish, bearish or neutral tag.
What is American Water Works's stock price?
AWK last traded at about $134.94. Prices move all through the session, so this is the latest quote rather than a live one.
What is American Water Works's market cap?
AWK is worth roughly $26.82B. Market cap is the share price times the number of shares outstanding.
What is AWK's P/E ratio?
AWK trades at a trailing P/E ratio of about 23.4. The ratio compares the share price with earnings per share over the past year.