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American Water Works Co (AWK) Earnings Surpass Estimates with $1.15 Billion Revenue in 2Q

  • Operating revenue for American Water in the second quarter was $1.15 billion, a 4.7% increase year-over-year.
  • This revenue beat the estimated figure of $1.11 billion.
  • Earnings per share (EPS) for the period stood at $1.42, compared to $1.44 in the same quarter last year.
  • Operating income was reported at $449 million, which is a 3.9% rise from the previous year.
  • However, this was below the estimated operating income of $463.5 million.
  • Analyst recommendations for the stock include 6 buys, 8 holds, and 1 sell.

American Water Works Co on Smartkarma

Analysts on Smartkarma, such as Baptista Research, have been closely covering American Water Works Co with a bullish outlook. In a recent report titled “American Water Works Company: Initiation of Coverage – PFAS Regulatory Compliance,” Baptista Research highlighted the company’s strong start in 2023. The report indicated a rise in earnings per share (EPS) from $0.91 to $0.95 compared to the same quarter last year, in line with the company’s forecast. This increase was supported by factors like additional interest income related to the HOS sale, contributing to a positive earnings outlook for the full year.


A look at American Water Works Co Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend3
Growth4
Resilience2
Momentum5
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.4

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

Analysts at Smartkarma have assessed American Water Works Co‘s long-term outlook based on their Smart Scores system. The company has received a positive score in Growth and Momentum, indicating strong potential for future growth and market performance. With average scores in Value and Dividend, American Water Works Co is seen as a stable investment option with moderate returns in terms of value and dividends. However, the company scored lower in Resilience, suggesting a level of vulnerability to economic downturns or external shocks.

American Water Works Co. is known for providing drinking water, wastewater, and other water-related services across various states and regions, including Ontario, Canada. As a leading player in owning regulated water and wastewater utilities, the company serves a diverse customer base comprising residential, commercial, and industrial clients. While the company shows promise in growth and momentum, investors may need to consider the potential risks associated with its resilience score when evaluating their long-term investment strategies.


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