American Water Announces Quarterly Dividend
Rhea-AI Summary
American Water (NYSE: AWK) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.8275 per share, payable on March 3, 2026 to shareholders of record as of February 10, 2026. This payment continues the annualized dividend increase approved by the board on April 30, 2025.
The company notes shareholders may reinvest dividends or buy shares commission-free through the American Water Stock Direct plan; prospectus and enrollment information are available via Equiniti Trust Company or American Water Investor Relations contacts. The release clarifies it is not an offer to sell securities; the offer is made solely through the Plan prospectus.
Positive
- Quarterly dividend of $0.8275 per share
- Dividend payable on March 3, 2026 to record holders on February 10, 2026
- Continues the board-approved annualized dividend increase announced April 30, 2025
- Dividend reinvestment plan (American Water Stock Direct) available commission-free
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- None.
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, AWK gained 0.44%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
AWK was up 0.44% while close peer WTRG gained 0.61%, but other utilities peers (AEE, ATO, DTE, FE) showed modest declines, pointing to a more stock-specific tone than a broad sector move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 05 | Conservation notice | Negative | -0.8% | Statewide mandatory conservation notice following drought warning in New Jersey. |
| Dec 05 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +0.4% | Quarterly cash dividend of $0.8275 per share with March 2026 payment date. |
| Dec 04 | Customer advisory | Neutral | +0.4% | Guidance for New Jersey customers on pipe protection and conservation in early cold. |
| Dec 04 | Customer advisory | Neutral | -1.6% | Company-wide advice to prepare for freezing temperatures and avoid pipe damage. |
| Dec 04 | Customer advisory | Neutral | -1.6% | Missouri-focused cold weather preparation tips to prevent frozen pipes. |
Recent AWK headlines, including customer advisories and dividend updates, have generally seen price moves that align directionally with the tone of the news, with no clear pattern of systematic over- or under-reaction.
Over the last few days, AWK issued multiple customer-focused notices across states and a drought-related conservation warning on Dec 4–5, 2025, with modest price moves between -1.56% and -0.8%. On Dec 5, 2025, it also announced the same $0.8275 quarterly dividend detailed here, which coincided with a 0.44% gain. These events suggest operational and regulatory communications have produced moderate, directionally consistent reactions around the stock.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement confirms a quarterly cash dividend of $0.8275 per share, payable on March 3, 2026 to holders of record on February 10, 2026, continuing the dividend level approved on April 30, 2025. It also highlights the American Water Stock Direct plan, which allows commission-free reinvestment and share purchases via Equiniti. Investors following AWK’s income profile may watch for future updates on dividend policy alongside regulatory filings and capital investment plans.
Jargon Translator
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Cash dividend payable in the first quarter of 2026
This quarterly dividend is a continuation of the increase in the annualized dividend approved by the Board and announced on April 30, 2025.
American Water offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan called American Water Stock Direct (the "Plan"), which enables shareholders to reinvest cash dividends and purchase additional shares of American Water common stock without any brokerage commissions or service charges. Shareholders and other persons may obtain a copy of the Plan prospectus and an enrollment form by contacting Equiniti Trust Company, LLC at 888-556-0423, visiting Equiniti's website at equiniti.com/us, contacting American Water's Investor Relations department at 856-566-4005 or by visiting the Investor Relations webpage located at ir.amwater.com/resources.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. The offer is being made solely through the Plan prospectus.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in
For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.
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