American Water Works Company, Inc (AWK)
Utilities ยท Water Supply
American Water Works Company, Inc (AWK) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since December 15, 1947. SentiSense covers American Water Works Company, Inc in the Utilities sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Water Supply. John Griffith is its chief executive officer. The company reports 7,000 employees, and its corporate website is www.amwater.com.
About American Water Works Company, Inc
American Water Works is the largest investor-owned US water and wastewater utility, serving nearly 4 million customers in 14 states. It provides water and wastewater services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers and operates predominantly in regulated markets. The company's nonregulated business is water services for military bases, which operates under long-term contracts with regulated-like returns. The proposed Essential Utilities acquisition would add regulated water and wastewater utilities in Ohio, North Carolina, and Texas while increasing its presence in Illinois, Indiana, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Virginia.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 1,116 institutions reported holding AWK, with 199.0 million shares worth $26.2 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, BlackRock and Wellington Management. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 4 added shares and 1 reduced its position during the quarter.
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Frequently asked questions
What does American Water Works Company, Inc do?
American Water Works is the largest investor-owned US water and wastewater utility, serving nearly 4 million customers in 14 states.
What sector is AWK in?
SentiSense classifies American Water Works Company, Inc in the Utilities sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Water Supply.
Where does AWK stock trade?
American Water Works Company, Inc (AWK) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since December 15, 1947.
Who is the CEO of American Water Works Company, Inc?
John Griffith is the chief executive officer of American Water Works Company, Inc.