American States Water Company, through its subsidiaries, provides water and electric services to residential, industrial, and other customers in the United States. It operates through three segments: Water, Electric, and Contracted Services. The company purchases, produces, distributes, and sells water, as well as distributes electricity. As of February 26, 2018, it provided water service to approximately 259,000 customers located throughout 10 counties in Northern, Coastal, and Southern California; and distributed electricity to 24,000 customers in the City of Big Bear and surrounding areas in San Bernardino County, California. The company also provides water and/or wastewater services, including the operation, maintenance, and construction of facilities at the water and/or wastewater systems at various military installations. American States Water Company was founded in 1929 and is based in San Dimas, California.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Water supply
Sub-IndustryWater Utilities
SectorUtilities
SymbolNYSE:AWR
CUSIP02989910
Phone909-394-3600
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.66
Current Ratio1.09
Quick Ratio1.05
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio34.95
Forward P/E Ratio34.75
P/E Growth5.76
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$440.60 million
Price / Sales4.98
Cash Flow$2.8167 per share
Price / Cash21.22
Book Value$14.45 per share
Price / Book4.14
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.71
Net Income$69.36 million
Net Margins14.18%
Return on Equity11.55%
Return on Assets4.26%
Miscellaneous
Employees758
Outstanding Shares36,730,000
Market Cap$2.18 billion
American States Water (NYSE:AWR) Frequently Asked Questions
What is American States Water's stock symbol?
American States Water trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "AWR."
How often does American States Water pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for American States Water?
American States Water declared a quarterly dividend on Thursday, August 2nd. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, August 15th will be paid a dividend of $0.275 per share on Friday, August 31st. This represents a $1.10 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.84%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, August 14th. This is a boost from American States Water's previous quarterly dividend of $0.26. View American States Water's Dividend History.
How were American States Water's earnings last quarter?
American States Water Co (NYSE:AWR) announced its quarterly earnings data on Monday, August, 6th. The utilities provider reported $0.44 EPS for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $0.47 by $0.03. The utilities provider earned $106.90 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $114.80 million. American States Water had a return on equity of 11.55% and a net margin of 14.18%. American States Water's revenue for the quarter was down 5.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $0.62 EPS. View American States Water's Earnings History.
When is American States Water's next earnings date?
What price target have analysts set for AWR?
3 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year target prices for American States Water's stock. Their predictions range from $42.00 to $54.00. On average, they anticipate American States Water's share price to reach $49.3333 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 17.5%. View Analyst Price Targets for American States Water.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for American States Water?
3 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for American States Water in the last year. There are currently 3 sell ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Sell." View Analyst Ratings for American States Water.
Who are some of American States Water's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to American States Water include Aqua America (WTR), Companhia de Saneamento Basico (SBS), California Water Service Group (CWT), SJW Group (SJW), Connecticut Water Service (CTWS), Middlesex Water (MSEX), AquaVenture (WAAS), York Water (YORW), Artesian Resources (ARTNA), Pure Cycle (PCYO), Cadiz (CDZI), Global Water Resources (GWRS) and Consolidated Water (CWCO).
Who are American States Water's key executives?
American States Water's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Robert J. Sprowls, CEO, Pres & Director (Age 60)
- Ms. Eva G. Tang, Sr. VP of Fin., CFO, Corp. Sec. & Treasurer (Age 62)
- Ms. Denise L. Kruger, Sr. VP of Regulated Utilities - Golden State Water Company (Age 54)
- Mr. Patrick R. Scanlon, VP of Water Operations - Golden State Water Company (Age 60)
- Mr. James C. Cotton III, Sr. VP & Procurement Officer of American States Utility Svcs Inc (Age 44)
Who are American States Water's major shareholders?
American States Water's stock is owned by a number of of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include BlackRock Inc. (14.59%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (3.45%), Renaissance Technologies LLC (2.13%), Northern Trust Corp (1.78%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (1.65%) and Bank of New York Mellon Corp (1.65%). Company insiders that own American States Water stock include Anne M Holloway, Bryan K Switzer, Denise L Kruger, Diana M Bonta, Gladys Farrow, James B Gallagher, James C Cotton III, James F Mcnulty, James L Anderson, Lloyd E Ross, Patrick Ronald Scanlon, Paul J Rowley and Robert J Sprowls. View Institutional Ownership Trends for American States Water.
Which major investors are selling American States Water stock?
AWR stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Renaissance Technologies LLC, Russell Investments Group Ltd., Dean Investment Associates LLC, Dean Capital Management, California Public Employees Retirement System, First Trust Advisors LP, Strs Ohio and BNP Paribas Arbitrage SA. Company insiders that have sold American States Water company stock in the last year include Anne M Holloway, Bryan K Switzer, Denise L Kruger, Diana M Bonta, James C Cotton III, James F Mcnulty, James L Anderson, Lloyd E Ross and Paul J Rowley. View Insider Buying and Selling for American States Water.
Which major investors are buying American States Water stock?
AWR stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Cornerstone Wealth Management LLC, BlackRock Inc., Water Asset Management LLC, KBC Group NV, Bank of America Corp DE, Cozad Asset Management Inc., Los Angeles Capital Management & Equity Research Inc. and Legal & General Group Plc. View Insider Buying and Selling for American States Water.
How do I buy shares of American States Water?
Shares of AWR can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is American States Water's stock price today?
One share of AWR stock can currently be purchased for approximately $59.77.
How big of a company is American States Water?
American States Water has a market capitalization of $2.18 billion and generates $440.60 million in revenue each year. The utilities provider earns $69.36 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.71 on an earnings per share basis. American States Water employs 758 workers across the globe.
What is American States Water's official website?
How can I contact American States Water?
American States Water's mailing address is 630 E FOOTHILL BLVD, SAN DIMAS CA, 91773. The utilities provider can be reached via phone at 909-394-3600 or via email at [email protected]
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