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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., and New Jersey American Water announced the completion of a new Rutgers New Jersey Weather Network weather station in Franklin Township, Somerset County. The station was supported by a $25,000 State Strategic Impact grant awarded in 2024 to the Rutgers University Office of the New Jersey State Climatol

AWK's Q3 earnings are expected to benefit from acquisitions, infrastructure investments and new rates, but higher financing costs may weigh on results.

The Shapiro administration yesterday announced that Pennsylvania American Water was awarded grants and low-interest loans from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) totaling $42,650,000. The funding will support water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects in Lackawanna and Montgomery counties.

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced the results of its companywide AmerICANs in Action! Month of Service. More than 800 American Water employees across its national footprint participated in over 90 community volunteer projects, contributing nearly 2,400 hours of service throughout September.

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, and Indiana American Water today recognized Girls Inc. of Shelbyville as a recipient of a $25,000 Foundation STEM Education Grant.

Robert Burton, president of Kentucky American Water, issued the following statement in response to the grade of C+ for drinking water and D+ for wastewater in the American Society of Civil Engineers' (ASCE) 2026 Report Card for Kentucky's Infrastructure:

Illinois American Water encourages students to showcase their creativity by submitting artwork to the company's "Water Keeps Life Flowing" art contest. Entries from 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students will capture what high-quality water service means to them, and artwork will be accepted through Friday, Nov. 13, 2026.

UBS analyst Gregg Orrill maintains American Water Works Co (NYSE:AWK) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $162 to $153.

American Water Works Company has delivered a 19.9% share price gain over the past three years, while also paying a regular dividend. With the stock last closing at US$131.71, the immediate question for income focused investors is whether that price can be supported by the future dividend stream. A 19.9% return over three years puts real weight on the question of how much value American Water Works Company’s dividend stream can justify on its own. Recent moves such as the Black Mountain...

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced leadership changes for its Missouri and Illinois subsidiaries.

American Water Works Company, Inc. (NYSE:AWK) closed at $130.05 on October 13. The stock has returned -3.2% over the last six months, compared to a 21.5% return for the Insider Monkey Billionaire Index and 14.0% for the State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust. Water is the one utility with no substitute whatsoever. A household […]

Every year, Illinois American Water employees participate in the company's AmerICANs In Action! Month of Service by volunteering at local organizations. Last month, 125 employees volunteered at 13 local organizations across communities served by the company for a combined total of more than 475 hours. Team members supported initiatives that address food insecurity, neighborhood revitalization, environmental stewardship, youth needs, and community health.

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and California American Water, announced that the Foundation has awarded a $10,000 State Strategic Impact grant to Yolo Basin Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing public appreciation and stewardship of wetlands and wildlife through education and innovative partnerships throughout

American Water Works expands its regulated footprint through acquisitions and organic customer growth, supporting infrastructure investment and long-term earnings growth.

In recognition of American Water Works Association's Annual Source Water Protection Week (September 27 to October 3), Kentucky American Water is highlighting its commitment to providing customers with safe, clean, reliable water services.

In recognition of American Water Works Association's Annual Source Water Protection Week (September 27 to October 3), California American Water is highlighting its commitment to providing customers with safe, clean, reliable water service and protecting the watersheds, groundwater basins and source waters that communities depend on, including the Bass Lake area in Madera County.

In recognition of American Water Works Association's Annual Source Water Protection Week (September 27 to October 3), West Virginia American Water is highlighting its commitment to providing customers with safe, clean, reliable water services.

A $63 billion water utility merger puts two dividend stocks on a collision course, and the one that looks weaker on paper may actually be the smarter retirement hold heading into the deal's close.

New Jersey American Water today announced two leadership appointments within its Government Affairs team: Fred DeAndrea has joined the company as director of Government Affairs, and Sakeema M. James has been promoted to senior manager of Government Affairs.

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., joins important discussions at the Financial Research Institute's (FRI) Annual Public Utility Symposium held September 23, 2026, in Columbia, Missouri.

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, and Indiana American Water today recognize the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana as a recipient of a $25,000 STEM Education Grant, during Free Family Fun at Origin Park, which brought families together for a day of outdoor activities and learning earlier this month. Indiana American Water also support

American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has been included in the fourth edition of the World's Best Companies list for 2026 presented by TIME and Statista Inc.

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., recently announced seven organizations supporting communities served by Virginia American Water received Workforce Readiness and STEM Education grants.

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., recently announced five organizations supporting communities served by Maryland American Water received Workforce Readiness and STEM Education grants.

Missouri fire departments and emergency response organizations will receive nearly $50,000 through Missouri American Water's Firefighter Grant Program. Supporting local firefighters means supporting safer, stronger communities. These grants help provide critical tools and training that allow departments to respond effectively when residents need them most.

American Water Works Company (NYSE:AWK) partnered with VertexOne to roll out the VXconnect digital customer experience platform for its utility customers. VXconnect is intended to modernize billing, service requests and account management through a unified, cloud-based customer interface. The utility also opened a new training center in Indiana that will focus on skills development for field and operations staff. There is more to American Water’s VXconnect rollout and new Indiana training...
Illinois American Water today completed the acquisition of the wastewater collection system in the City of Venice for $770,000. The newly acquired system adds approximately 500 wastewater collection service customers and expands the company's wastewater operations in the Metro East area near St. Louis. The acquisition agreement, which was approved by the Illinois Commerce Commission on June 24, 2026, highlights Illinois American Water's commitment to deliver safe, clean, reliable and affordable

In recognition of the American Water Works Association's (AWWA) Annual Source Water Protection Week (September 27 to October 3), Maryland American Water is drawing on this year's theme to "Protect the Source," and highlighting our commitment to providing customers with safe, clean, reliable water services.
Beginning next week, Illinois American Water will perform flushing of its water distribution system to continue to provide customers with high-quality, reliable water service.

Indiana American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF), a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water, are providing financial assistance and on-the-ground support to communities impacted by severe storms and flooding across Indiana.

Virginia American Water is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Firefighter Support Grant Program. This year, eight volunteer fire departments located within the company's service areas have been chosen to receive grants, totaling $8,000. This funding will be used to support initiatives, training and/or upgraded equipment to help first responders better protect themselves and the communities they serve. The grants are part of an annual company program to financially assist volunteer fire

Kentucky American Water's Kentucky River Station II regional water treatment plant in Owen County has earned special recognition from the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet for outstanding operational performance and commitment to water quality.

Today, California American Water submitted written testimony to the State Water Resources Control Board (Water Board) regarding the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District's (District) application to modify the cease-and-desist order limiting new water connections on the Monterey Peninsula.

West Virginia American Water is pleased to announce a $512,000 infrastructure upgrade project on Fayette Avenue in Fayetteville.


