American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Earnings History
Steady Earner37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.10B, reflecting +5.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $5.65 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 21.6%.
Looking at the long-term picture, AWK's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +7.9%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.26B in fiscal 2021.
American Water Works Company, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 43.3%, operating margin of 36.6%, and net margin of 21.6%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including WTRG ($557M net income, 24.9% margin), CWT ($119M net income, 12.8% margin), MSEX ($44M net income, 22.0% margin), AWK has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare AWK vs WTRG →
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AWK Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
33 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.11B | +5.7% | $1.88B | $5.70 | 21.6% | 36.6% |
| 2024 | $1.05B | +11.3% | $1.72B | $5.39 | 22.4% | 36.7% |
| 2023 | $944M | +15.1% | $1.50B | $4.89 | 22.3% | 35.5% |
| 2022 | $820M | -35.1% | $1.27B | $4.51 | 21.6% | 33.6% |
| 2021 | $1.26B | +78.1% | $1.20B | $6.94 | 32.1% | 30.4% |
| 2020 | $709M | +14.2% | $1.25B | $3.90 | 18.8% | 33.0% |
| 2019 | $621M | +9.5% | $1.21B | $3.43 | 17.2% | 33.6% |
| 2018 | $567M | +33.1% | $1.10B | $3.15 | 16.5% | 32.0% |
| 2017 | $426M | -9.0% | $1.25B | $2.38 | 12.7% | 37.3% |
| 2016 | $468M | -1.7% | $1.08B | $2.62 | 14.2% | 32.7% |
| 2015 | $476M | +12.5% | $1.07B | $2.64 | 15.1% | 34.0% |
| 2014 | $423M | +14.6% | $1.00B | $2.35 | 14.1% | 33.3% |
| 2013 | $369M | +3.1% | $946M | $2.06 | 12.7% | 32.6% |
| 2012 | $358M | +15.7% | $925M | $2.01 | 12.4% | 32.2% |
| 2011 | $310M | +15.6% | $803M | $1.76 | 11.6% | 30.1% |
| 2010 | $268M | +214.9% | $748M | $1.53 | 9.9% | 27.6% |
| 2009 | -$233M | +58.6% | $174M | $-1.39 | -9.5% | 7.1% |
| 2008 | -$562M | -64.1% | -$187M | $-3.52 | -24.1% | -8.0% |
| 2007 | -$343M | -111.3% | $3M | $-2.14 | -15.5% | 0.1% |
| 2006 | -$162M | -200.5% | $254M | $-1.01 | -7.8% | 12.1% |
| 2001 | $161M | +0.3% | -$208M | $1.61 | 11.2% | -14.4% |
| 2000 | $161M | +15.9% | -$136M | $1.61 | 11.9% | -10.1% |
| 1999 | $139M | +6.1% | $420M | $1.40 | 11.0% | 33.3% |
| 1998 | $131M | +10.0% | -$120M | $1.54 | 12.9% | -11.8% |
| 1997 | $119M | +17.1% | -$128M | $1.51 | 12.5% | -13.4% |
| 1996 | $102M | +10.4% | $294M | $1.31 | 11.4% | 32.9% |
| 1995 | $92M | +17.0% | -$154M | $1.32 | 11.5% | -19.2% |
| 1994 | $79M | +4.4% | -$154M | $1.17 | 10.2% | -19.9% |
| 1993 | $75M | +10.6% | -$137M | $1.15 | 10.5% | -19.1% |
| 1992 | $68M | -7.3% | $202M | $1.04 | 10.4% | 30.8% |
| 1991 | $74M | +28.9% | $204M | $1.14 | 11.6% | 32.3% |
| 1990 | $57M | +18.2% | $177M | $0.92 | 10.0% | 31.0% |
| 1989 | $48M | - | $155M | $0.78 | 9.2% | 29.4% |
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AWK — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying AWK stock.
What is AWK earnings per share (EPS)?
AWK trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $5.65, reflecting +5.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +7.9%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is American Water Works Company, Inc.'s net income?
American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.1B as of 2025. Earnings grew +5.8% year-over-year. American Water Works Company, Inc. has been profitable for 16 consecutive years.
Is AWK profitable?
Yes, AWK is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.1B and a net profit margin of +21.6%. American Water Works Company, Inc. has generated profits for 16 consecutive years.
What is AWK's earnings growth rate?
AWK compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +5.8%, 3-Year: +8.1%, 5-Year: +7.9%, 10-Year: +8.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are AWK's profit margins?
American Water Works Company, Inc. net profit margin is +21.6%, operating margin is +36.6%, and gross margin is +43.3%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +10.5%.
Is AWK growing earnings?
AWK is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +5.8% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +7.9%. TTM net income is $1.1B.
What was AWK's best earnings year?
American Water Works Company, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $1.3B, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were AWK's earnings last quarter?
AWK's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $196M with diluted EPS of $1.01. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.