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American Water Works Company Inc (AWK), the largest investor-owned U.S. water utility since 1886, provides essential water services through regulated operations and military contracts. This page aggregates official news and regulatory developments impacting this infrastructure leader.
Investors and stakeholders will find timely updates on earnings announcements, rate case decisions, and infrastructure investments. Our curated feed includes press releases about service expansions, environmental compliance milestones, and operational updates from AWK's 16-state footprint.
Key content focuses on regulatory filings with state commissions, capital improvement plans, and water quality initiatives. Track developments in AWK's military housing contracts and technological advancements in leak detection systems.
Bookmark this page for structured access to SEC filings, dividend declarations, and sustainability reports. Check regularly for analysis of how rate base growth and infrastructure renewal cycles impact this essential service provider.
Maryland American Water (NYSE:AWK) has filed a rate increase request with the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC), reflecting $22 million in water system investments made since their last rate request in 2019. The proposed two-tiered rate structure would result in varying increases for customers: Bel Air residents using 2,000 gallons monthly would see a $6 increase, while those using 4,000 gallons would face a $29 increase. Severn District customers would experience an approximate $20 monthly increase.
The new rates, pending PSC approval, are expected to take effect in March 2026. The company offers assistance programs including payment plans, budget billing, and the H2O Help to Others program for income-eligible customers.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., participated in the 2025 NARUC Summer Policy Summit in Boston from July 27-30, 2025. The company's leadership delivered key presentations on two critical industry topics: workforce development and PFAS water treatment.
Senior VP Lori Sutton discussed talent pipeline development through programs like Flow Forward, Future Wavemakers, and Water UP!. The company highlighted its partnership with Hopeworks, which has achieved a 90% success rate in training young adults for GIS careers. Additionally, Michael Wolan, Director of Engineering at New Jersey American Water, presented on the company's approach to managing PFAS in water treatment.
American Water (NYSE:AWK) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with earnings of $1.48 per share, up from $1.42 in Q2 2024. Year-to-date earnings reached $2.53 per share, compared to $2.37 in 2024. The company has narrowed its 2025 EPS guidance to $5.70-$5.75 from the previous $5.65-$5.75 range.
Key highlights include an agreement to purchase Nexus Water Group systems across eight states, adding approximately 87,000 customer connections. The company remains on track with its $3.3 billion capital investment plan for 2025, having invested $1.3 billion through June 30. Since January 2025, AWK has secured $270 million in additional annualized revenues through rate cases and infrastructure surcharges.
American Water (NYSE: AWK) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.8275 per share of common stock. The dividend will be payable on September 3, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 12, 2025.
The company also highlighted its dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan, American Water Stock Direct, which allows shareholders to reinvest dividends and purchase additional shares without brokerage commissions or service charges. The plan is administered by Equiniti Trust Company.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., has published its ninth annual Sustainability Report. The report showcases the company's commitment to sustainable operations and its impact on communities across the United States.
The comprehensive report follows multiple reporting frameworks, including the Global Reporting Initiative, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, and the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures. It also aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the company's CDP Questionnaire responses.
Hawaii American Water (NYSE:AWK) has received approval from the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission for new wastewater rates across its Hawaii Kai, Mauna Lani, and Waimea service areas. The rate adjustment follows over $40 million in infrastructure investments across all three districts.
The new rates, effective early August 2025, will result in monthly increases of approximately $4 for typical Hawaii Kai single-family customers and $18 to $25 for Big Island operations customers. This marks the first rate adjustment since 2003 for Mauna Lani and 2011 for Waimea operations, while Hawaii Kai's last rate case was in 2021.
Pennsylvania American Water (NYSE:AWK) has secured $48.84 million in PENNVEST funding for five critical water and wastewater infrastructure projects across multiple Pennsylvania counties. The funding package includes both grants and low-interest loans targeting essential improvements.
Key projects include $4.2 million for lead service line replacement in Coatesville, $14.7 million for dam rehabilitation in Lackawanna County, $4.84 million for PFAS and manganese treatment facilities in Monroe County, and $25.1 million for wastewater infrastructure improvements in Butler County. The funding features favorable interest rates ranging from 1% to 2.179% across 20-30 year terms.
American Water (NYSE:AWK) executives, including Missouri American Water President Rich Svindland, met with Congressional leaders in Washington D.C. to discuss critical water infrastructure challenges. The delegation, led by CEO John Griffith and COO Cheryl Norton, conducted over 40 meetings with congressional offices representing 11 states.
The meetings addressed pressing infrastructure needs, highlighted by the ASCE's 2025 Report Card which gave U.S. drinking water systems a "C-" grade and wastewater systems a "D+" grade. American Water announced plans to invest $40-$42 billion over the next decade in infrastructure upgrades and repairs, including projects in Missouri.
American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., conducted a significant companywide fly-in to meet with Congressional leadership in Washington, D.C. Led by CEO John Griffith and COO Cheryl Norton, along with state leaders from 11 states, the company engaged with over 40 congressional offices to discuss critical water infrastructure challenges.
The meetings highlighted pressing issues including PFAS, lead and copper concerns, and aging infrastructure, referencing the ASCE's 2025 Report Card which gave concerning grades of "C-" for drinking water systems and "D+" for wastewater systems. American Water, serving 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations, announced plans to invest $40-$42 billion over the next decade in infrastructure repairs and upgrades.
American Water Military Services Group, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), has received the prestigious Partnership for Safe Water (PSW) First-Year Directors Award for its Fort Belvoir distribution system's water quality excellence. The award, announced by the American Water Works Association, recognizes the company's optimization efforts in water treatment and distribution operations.
Through the Department of Defense's Utilities Privatization program, American Water Military Services operates under a 50-year contract at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, managing water and wastewater utilities since 2009. Their responsibilities encompass system capital investment, regulatory compliance, and long-term operations and maintenance.
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