American Water Works - Asset Resilience Ratio
American Water Works (AWK) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 0.71% as of September 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Read American Water Works total liabilities for a breakdown of total debt and financial obligations.
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Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2005–2024)
This chart shows how American Water Works's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See AWK net assets for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down American Water Works's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see American Water Works (AWK) market capitalisation.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $166.00 Million | 0.48% |
| Short-term Investments | $79.00 Million | 0.23% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $245.00 Million | 0.71% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: American Water Works maintains only 0.71% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
American Water Works Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare American Water Works's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Duxton Water Ltd
AU:D2O |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 4.80% |
|
Clean TEQ Water Ltd
AU:CNQ |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 31.17% |
|
Rubicon Water Ltd
AU:RWL |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 5.30% |
|
Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo - SABESP
SA:SBSP3 |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 11.85% |
|
Companhia de Saneamento de Minas Gerais
SA:CSMG3 |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 1.76% |
|
Companhia de Saneamento do Paraná - SANEPAR
SA:SAPR3 |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 22.50% |
|
Forward Water Technologies Corp
V:FWTC |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 0.18% |
|
Aguas Andinas S.A
SN:AGUAS-A |
Utilities - Regulated Water | 0.23% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for American Water Works (2005–2024)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for American Water Works.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | 0.51% | $167.00 Million | $32.83 Billion | -0.79pp |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.29% | $392.00 Million | $30.30 Billion | +0.75pp |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.55% | $152.00 Million | $27.79 Billion | +0.04pp |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.51% | $133.00 Million | $26.07 Billion | -1.74pp |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.25% | $558.00 Million | $24.77 Billion | +1.95pp |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.30% | $68.00 Million | $22.68 Billion | -0.33pp |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.63% | $133.00 Million | $21.22 Billion | +0.33pp |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.30% | $58.00 Million | $19.48 Billion | -0.11pp |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.41% | $76.00 Million | $18.48 Billion | +0.39pp |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.02% | $4.00 Million | $17.24 Billion | -0.06pp |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.09% | $13.86 Million | $16.13 Billion | -0.10pp |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.19% | $28.50 Million | $15.07 Billion | -0.01pp |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.20% | $29.76 Million | $14.72 Billion | -0.02pp |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.22% | $32.44 Million | $14.78 Billion | -0.45pp |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.67% | $94.07 Million | $14.08 Billion | +0.36pp |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.30% | $41.02 Million | $13.45 Billion | +0.30pp |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.00% | $454.00K | $13.23 Billion | -0.02pp |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.03% | $3.26 Million | $12.93 Billion | +0.01pp |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.02% | $2.10 Million | $12.78 Billion | -0.05pp |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.06% | $7.50 Million | $11.85 Billion | -- |
About American Water Works
American Water Works Company, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides water and wastewater services in the United States. It offers water and wastewater services on military installations; and undertakes contracts with municipal customers, primarily to operate and manage water and wastewater facilities, as well as offers other related services. The company also operates approximately 80 surface … Read more