American Water Charitable Foundation pilots utility hardship assistance program CAMDEN, N.J., Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., provides customers with greater flexibility to pay their water and wastewater bill, adding additional payment options on its online customer portal, MyWater, and in person by scanning their bill's unique barcode at participating stores, such as Walmart, CVS, Family Dollar and more. "Amer ...

Since 2019, $157 million has been invested in major upgrades and enhancements to the Metro East regional water treatment plant that focus on service reliability, water quality and operational efficiencies, while incorporating state-of-the-art environmental technology. BELLEVILLE, Ill., Dec. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In 2025, Illinois American Water's Interurban (Metro East) District completed the final stages of significant upgrades and enhancements to its historic water treatment plant on the Mississippi Riv ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday season, 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 California American Water are proud to support Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services with a $5,000 State Strategic Impact Grant, provided by the Foundation. Recognizing the organization's important role in addressing food insecurity, this ...

Recipients include two nonprofit organizations served by Kentucky American Water LEXINGTON, Ky., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 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 two organizations were awarded a Workforce Readiness grant, supporting communities served by Kentucky American Water. Continue Reading DV8 Kitchen Foundation "We are exci ...

Core Insights - American Water emphasizes the importance of preparing residential pipes for winter to prevent freezing and costly repairs as temperatures drop [2][3] Company Overview - American Water is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., serving over 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations [5] Winter Preparation Tips - Customers are advised to locate and test their main water shut-off valve to ensure it functions properly [4] - It is recommended to check and drain sprinkler or irrigation systems to prevent freezing [4] - Insulating exposed pipes and eliminating cold air sources near water lines are crucial steps [4] - Keeping water moving through pipes by allowing a small trickle can help prevent freezing [4] - In case of frozen pipes, it is essential to shut off the main water supply before attempting to thaw them [4] - Setting thermostats at 55 degrees and having someone check the property regularly can help maintain safe temperatures [4] - Consideration of purchasing a freeze alarm is suggested to alert homeowners if temperatures drop too low [4]

(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4571759- CAMDEN, N.J.,Dec. 3, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- American Water (NYSE:[AWK](#financial-modal)), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., selects United Way to be recognized as part of the[New York Stock Exchange's ("NYSE") 2025 Global Giving Campaign] 1&h=221611221&u=https://www.nyse.com/global-giving-campaign&a=New+York+Stock+Exchange's+ ("NYSE")+2025+Global+Giving+Campaign). The NYSE's Global Giving Campaign invites listed com ...

Core Insights - The American Water Charitable Foundation awarded a $35,000 Workforce Readiness grant to the North Scott Community School District to support the Regional Innovation Center, which aids high school students in communities served by Iowa American Water [1][2][3] Grant Details - The grant is part of the Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program, which focuses on career readiness, financial literacy, positive youth development, and life skills training [2][8] - The funding will enhance STEM programs, particularly the robotics team at North Scott High School, providing necessary resources for hands-on learning [2][3] Organizational Impact - Since 2012, the American Water Charitable Foundation has invested over $20 million in grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water [3][8] - Iowa American Water emphasizes the importance of investing in youth and workforce training to create meaningful change and stronger communities [3][4] Company Overview - American Water is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., serving over 14 million people across 14 states and 18 military installations [5][7] - Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in Iowa, providing services to approximately 227,000 people [7]

Industry Overview - The Zacks Utility - Water Supply industry includes companies that provide drinking water and wastewater services to various customers, including industrial, commercial, residential, and military bases [1] - Water utilities are essential for maintaining healthy living conditions by ensuring a constant supply of clean water and reliable sewer services [2] Infrastructure and Investment Needs - Water utility operators manage approximately 2.2 million miles of aging pipelines and require significant investments for maintenance and expansion, estimated at $1.25 trillion over the next 20 years according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [3] - Recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, reducing benchmark rates to 4-4.25%, are expected to benefit capital-intensive utility operators by lowering capital servicing expenses [4] Company Comparisons - A comparative analysis was conducted on California Water Service Group (CWT) and The York Water Company (YORW), both currently rated Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) [5] - CWT's 2025 earnings estimate is $2.39 per share on revenues of $1 billion, reflecting a year-over-year decrease of 26.5% in earnings and a 3.3% decline in revenues [6] - YORW's 2025 earnings estimate is $1.35 per share on revenues of $78 million, indicating a 4.9% decline in earnings but a 4.1% growth in revenues [6] Financial Metrics - CWT has a debt-to-capital ratio of 48.11% and YORW has 48.22%, both below the industry average of 50.04% [7] - The times interest earned ratio for CWT is 2.9 and for YORW is 3.1, indicating both companies have sufficient financial flexibility to meet near-term interest obligations [8] Dividend and Performance - CWT's current dividend yield is 2.63% and YORW's is 2.82%, both higher than the Zacks S&P 500 composite average of 1.1% [9] - CWT shares have increased by 0.4% quarter-to-date, while YORW shares have decreased by 1.6%, compared to the industry's overall gain of 0.9% [10][12] Earnings Surprise and Historical Performance - CWT has delivered an average earnings surprise of 51.6% over the last four quarters, while YORW has experienced a negative earnings surprise of 5.22% [11] Conclusion - Both CWT and YORW are suitable choices for investment, focusing on water and wastewater services with potential for expansion. However, CWT is preferred due to better debt management and price performance compared to YORW [14]

Industry Overview - The Zacks Utility - Water Supply industry includes companies providing drinking water and wastewater services to various customers, including military bases [1] - Water utilities are essential for maintaining healthy living conditions by ensuring a constant supply of clean potable water and reliable sewer services [2] Investment Requirements - Water utility operators manage nearly 2.2 million miles of aging pipelines and require significant investments for maintenance and expansion, estimated at $1.25 trillion over the next 20 years [3] - The need for massive investments presents growth opportunities for operators in the water supply sector [3][4] Company Comparisons - Consolidated Water (CWCO) has a market capitalization of $534.5 million, while Global Water Resources (GWRS) has a market cap of $275.56 million [5] - CWCO's 2025 earnings estimate is $1.05 per share on revenues of $133.09 million, indicating a year-over-year decrease of 6.3% in earnings and 0.7% in revenues. GWRS's 2025 earnings estimate is 22 cents per share on revenues of $55.85 million, reflecting a 15.4% decline in earnings but a 6% growth in revenues [6] Financial Metrics - CWCO has a debt-to-capital ratio of 0.06%, significantly lower than GWRS's 61.14%, while the industry average is 50.04% [7] - The current ratio for CWCO is 5.24, indicating strong financial flexibility, compared to GWRS's 1.09 and the industry average of 0.9 [8] Dividend Yield - CWCO's dividend yield is 1.67%, while GWRS offers a higher yield of 3.03%, both exceeding the Zacks S&P 500 Composite average of 1.15% [11] Earnings Surprise History - CWCO has delivered an average earnings surprise of 40.1% over the last four quarters, whereas GWRS has experienced a negative earnings surprise of 6.1% [12] Stock Performance - In the past six months, CWCO shares have increased by 21.9%, while GWRS shares have decreased by 13%. The industry overall has risen by 11.5% during the same period [10][13] Conclusion - Both CWCO and GWRS are viable options for investment, focusing on water and wastewater services with potential for expansion. However, CWCO is favored due to its superior debt management, liquidity, and stock performance compared to GWRS [15]

Core Viewpoint - Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) is leveraging advanced technology for seawater desalination to meet potable water demands, enhancing its operational performance despite facing challenges related to accounts receivable and weather fluctuations [1][8]. Group 1: Company Operations and Technology - CWCO utilizes Reverse Osmosis Technology at all its water treatment plants, which is crucial for converting seawater to potable water, positioning the company favorably in the desalination market [2][8]. - The company operates 10 desalination plants with a total capacity of 26.2 million gallons per day across four countries, and is actively seeking new market opportunities to expand its drinking water and wastewater services [3][8]. - CWCO aims to grow its operations in complementary service industries through independent ventures or partnerships, targeting advanced water-treatment businesses under medium to long-term contracts with government entities [4][8]. Group 2: Financial Challenges - The Bahamas subsidiary of CWCO is experiencing significant delays in collecting accounts receivable, with balances of $25.5 million and $28.4 million as of March 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, respectively, with approximately 78% and 81% of these balances being delinquent [5][8]. - Fluctuations in demand for water services are influenced by weather conditions and tourism levels, which could negatively impact the company's operational results and cash flows [6][8]. Group 3: Stock Performance - Over the past three months, CWCO's stock has returned 26.8%, contrasting with a 0.3% decline in the industry, indicating strong market performance [7][8].