Key Takeaways AWK's Q4 adjusted EPS rose 7.8% year over year despite missing consensus estimates.American Water's 2025 revenues grew to $5.14B on rate cases and infrastructure recovery.AWK plans $3.7B in 2026 investments and sees long-term EPS growth of 7-9%.American Water Works Company (AWK) reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.24, which lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.28 by 3.1%.The bottom line improved 7.8% from the year-ago quarter's level of $1.15, driven by hi ...

American Water Works Company (NYSE:AWK) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 19, 2026 09:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAaron Musgrave - VP of Investor RelationsCheryl Norton - COODavid Bowler - Vice President and TreasurerJohn Griffith - President and CEOConference Call ParticipantsGregg Orrill - Executive Director and Equity AnalystJulien Dumoulin-Smith - Research AnalystRui Zhai - Equity AnalystOperatorGood morning, and welcome to American Water's fourth quarter 2025 earnings conference call. As a reminder, this ...

American Water Works Company (NYSE:AWK) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 19, 2026 09:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsAaron Musgrave - VP of Investor RelationsCheryl Norton - COODavid Bowler - Vice President and TreasurerGreg Ory - Senior Vice President Wealth Management, Portfolio ManagerJohn Griffith - President and CEOConference Call ParticipantsJulien Dumoulin-Smith - Research AnalystRu Jai - Equity AnalystOperatorGood morning, and welcome to American Water's fourth quarter 2025 earnings conference call. As a ...

American Water Works Company (NYSE:AWK) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 19, 2026 09:00 AM ET Speaker4Good morning, and welcome to American Water's fourth quarter 2025 earnings conference call. As a reminder, this call is being recorded and is also being webcast with an accompanying slide presentation through the company's investor relations website. The audio webcast archive will be available for one year on American Water's Investor Relations website. I would now like to introduce your host for today's call ...

2025 Fourth Quarter & Year-End Earnings Conference Call February 19, 2026 Aaron Musgrave Vice President, Investor Relations 2 FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Safe Harbor This presentation includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the Federal securities laws. They are not guarantees or assurances of any outcomes, financial results, levels of activity, performance or achievements, and readers are cautioned not to ...

分组1 - American Water Works reported quarterly earnings of $1.24 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.28 per share, but showing an increase from $1.22 per share a year ago, resulting in an earnings surprise of -3.13% [1] - The company posted revenues of $1.27 billion for the quarter ended December 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.87%, compared to year-ago revenues of $1.2 billion [2] - Over the last four quarters, American Water Works has surpassed consensus EPS estimates two times and topped consensus revenue estimates four times [2] 分组2 - The stock has added about 2.3% since the beginning of the year, outperforming the S&P 500, which has shown zero return [3] - The current consensus EPS estimate for the coming quarter is $1.13 on $1.16 billion in revenues, and for the current fiscal year, it is $6.11 on $5.18 billion in revenues [7] - The Zacks Industry Rank for Utility - Water Supply is currently in the top 25% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a favorable outlook for the industry [8]

Exhibit 99.1 February 18, 2026 Investor Contact: Aaron Musgrave Vice President, Investor Relations 856-955-4029 aaron.musgrave@amwater.com Media Contact: Maureen Duffy Executive Vice President, Communications and External Affairs 856-955-4163 maureen.duffy@amwater.com The company affirms its 2026 adjusted EPS guidance range of $6.02 to $6.12 (non-GAAP) compared to adjusted EPS in 2025 of $5.64 (non-GAAP). The 2026 adjusted EPS guidance range does not include (i) transaction costs to be incurred by the compa ...

AMERICAN WATER REPORTS STRONG 2025 RESULTS; AFFIRMS 2026 EPS GUIDANCE AND LONG- TERM TARGETS [Accessibility Statement] Skip Navigation2025 GAAP earnings of $5.69 per share, compared to $5.39 per share in 2024 and fourth quarter 2025 GAAP earnings of $1.22 per share, compared to $1.22 in the fourth quarter 2024- Excluding transaction costs for the pending merger and incremental interest income from the HOS secured seller note, 2025 adjusted earnings of $5.64 per share, compared to $5.18 per share in 2024, an ...

Business Strategy and Growth - The company is focused on executing its current and long-term business, operational, and growth strategies, including a merger agreement with Essential Utilities, Inc. and the proposed acquisition of systems from Nexus Water Group, Inc.[10] - The company anticipates organic customer growth and aims to achieve its environmental and sustainability goals, including greenhouse gas emission reduction and water delivery efficiency improvements[10] - The company is actively working on technology development and strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency and customer service[10] Financial Risks and Liquidity - The company is exposed to risks related to changes in interest rates, which could impact its ability to finance operations and capital expenditures[179] - The company plans to address regulatory lag through filings for rate adjustments and infrastructure surcharges, which may affect its liquidity and cash flows[10] - The company relied on a $2.75 billion revolving credit facility and a $2.60 billion commercial paper program to meet liquidity needs in 2025[184] - As of December 31, 2025, the company had $1,590 million in commercial paper outstanding and $84 million in outstanding letters of credit[184] - The company plans to issue a combination of short-term and long-term debt, as well as additional equity, over the next five years to meet capital expenditure needs[186] - The company must comply with covenants that limit consolidated debt to no more than 70% of consolidated capitalization[185] - Any significant write-down of goodwill could lead to a default under the revolving credit facility, increasing funding costs[185] - The company may need to take measures to conserve cash, such as delaying capital expenditures or reducing dividends, in case of market disruptions[186] Regulatory and Compliance Issues - The company is assessing the impacts of potential changes in governmental regulations and policies on its operations and financial performance[11] - The company is committed to maintaining compliance with environmental regulations and addressing emerging contaminants in water quality[12] - The combined company will face extensive regulatory compliance requirements, which may adversely affect revenue stability and operational costs[222] Merger and Acquisition Details - The proposed Essential merger will convert each share of Essential common stock into 0.305 shares of the parent company's common stock, with no adjustments for market price fluctuations[200] - The completion of the Essential merger is anticipated in the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals and other closing conditions[201] - The company may incur a termination fee of $835 million if it terminates the Essential Merger Agreement under certain conditions[204] - The proposed merger is expected to be accretive to earnings per share in 2028, although this is subject to change based on transaction and integration costs[210] - The proposed Essential merger is expected to incur approximately $150 million in merger-related costs prior to closing, with $13 million already incurred for the year ended December 31, 2025[214] - Following the merger, parent company shareholders will own an estimated 69% of the combined company, while Essential's shareholders will own 31% on a fully diluted basis[215] - The merger may trigger change in control provisions in existing agreements, potentially leading to adverse impacts on business operations and financial condition[217] Operational Challenges and Integration - Integration of Essential's operations may be complex, potentially leading to disruptions and increased costs[208] - The company faces risks associated with aging infrastructure and the need for updates or replacements, which could impact operational growth projections[12] - The success of the merger will depend on the combined company's ability to execute its business strategy effectively, with risks of not realizing anticipated benefits[221] - The combined company's business size will significantly increase, necessitating effective management of expanded operations to avoid adverse impacts on financial performance[220] - The company’s success is contingent upon attracting and retaining skilled employees, which may be challenged by market conditions and the merger[227] Market and Economic Conditions - The company is monitoring customer demand changes and patterns of water and energy use, which may result from conservation efforts[11] - The company faces risks related to market volatility affecting pension and postretirement benefit plan assets, which could increase funding requirements[199] - Changes in market conditions or business performance could lead to impairments in goodwill or other assets, negatively impacting financial results[198] - The ability to pay dividends may be impacted by cash flow changes, Board decisions, and compliance with Delaware law, with no assurance of maintaining current dividend rates[213][219] - The company may incur substantial unexpected transaction fees related to the merger, which could offset anticipated efficiencies from integration[214]

Core Points - New Jersey American Water has launched the 2026 American Water Charitable Foundation Water and Environment Grant Program, inviting community partners to apply for grants focused on clean water, conservation, environmental education, climate variability, and water-based recreation projects [1] - In 2025, the Foundation awarded a total of $1.7 million in grants to 80 organizations across 12 states, including nine organizations based in New Jersey [1] - The American Water Charitable Foundation has invested over $25 million in funding since 2012, supporting eligible organizations in communities served by American Water [1] Company Overview - American Water is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, providing services to over 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations [1] - New Jersey American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, serves approximately 2.9 million people in New Jersey [1] Philanthropic Efforts - The Foundation focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities, and is funded by American Water shareholders without impacting customer rates [1] - Applications for the grant program will be accepted until March 6, 2026 [1]