American Water Works (NYSE:AWK) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: American Water Works (AWK)
American Water Works (NYSE:AWK) has a market capitalization of $26.81 Billion ($26.81 Billion) as of September 18, 2026. Listed on the NYSE stock exchange, this USA-based company holds position #1001 globally and #425 in its home market, demonstrating a -1.49% decrease in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying American Water Works's stock price $138.24 by its total outstanding shares 198728989 (198.73 Million). Also see American Water Works asset portfolio for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
American Water Works Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
American Water Works's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $10.03 Billion to $27.47 Billion (9.86% CAGR). Also see how efficiently does American Water Works generate cash for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Index Memberships
American Water Works is a constituent of 4 market indices:
| Index | Total Market Cap | Weight (%) | Rank by Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
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Dow Jones Composite Average
DJA
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$17.99 Trillion | 0.15% | #45 of 65 |
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DJC: Dow Jones-UBS Commodity Index
DJC
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$24.90 Trillion | 1.46% | #52 of 65 |
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Dow Jones Utility
DJU
|
$848.12 Billion | 11.06% | #13 of 15 |
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S&P 500 Index
GSPC
|
$62.97 Trillion | 0.06% | #304 of 503 |
Weight: American Water Works's market cap as a percentage of total index value. Rank: Position among all constituents by market cap.
American Water Works Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how American Water Works's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Check American Water Works stock quote for real-time trading data and today's change.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
5.05x
American Water Works's market cap is 5.05 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
23.34x
American Water Works's market cap is 23.34 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $12.40 Billion | $3.30 Billion | $468.00 Million | 3.75x | 26.49x |
| 2017 | $16.00 Billion | $3.36 Billion | $426.00 Million | 4.76x | 37.55x |
| 2018 | $16.21 Billion | $3.44 Billion | $567.00 Million | 4.71x | 28.58x |
| 2019 | $22.33 Billion | $3.61 Billion | $621.00 Million | 6.19x | 35.96x |
| 2020 | $28.33 Billion | $3.78 Billion | $709.00 Million | 7.50x | 39.96x |
| 2021 | $35.37 Billion | $3.93 Billion | $1.26 Billion | 9.00x | 28.00x |
| 2022 | $29.04 Billion | $3.79 Billion | $820.00 Million | 7.66x | 35.41x |
| 2023 | $25.65 Billion | $4.23 Billion | $944.00 Million | 6.06x | 27.17x |
| 2024 | $24.74 Billion | $4.68 Billion | $1.05 Billion | 5.28x | 23.54x |
| 2025 | $25.93 Billion | $5.14 Billion | $1.11 Billion | 5.05x | 23.34x |
Competitor Companies of AWK by Market Capitalization
Companies near American Water Works in the global market cap rankings as of September 18, 2026. Review AWK intangible-adjusted equity ratio to assess the quality of the company's equity after excluding intangible assets.
Key companies related to American Water Works by market ranking:
- American Water Works Company Inc. (F:AWC): Ranked #1241 globally with a market cap of $20.87 Billion USD ( €17.85 Billion EUR).
- Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo - SABESP (F:SAJA): Ranked #1391 globally with a market cap of $18.41 Billion USD ( €15.75 Billion EUR).
- Essential Utilities Inc (NYSE:WTRG): Ranked #2025 globally with a market cap of $11.36 Billion USD.
- UNITED UTILITIES GP ADR/2 (F:UUEA): Ranked #2333 globally with a market cap of $9.46 Billion USD ( €8.09 Billion EUR).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1241 | American Water Works Company Inc. | F:AWC | $20.87 Billion | €119.60 |
| #1391 | Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo - SABESP | F:SAJA | $18.41 Billion | €4.58 |
| #2025 | Essential Utilities Inc | NYSE:WTRG | $11.36 Billion | $41.37 |
| #2333 | UNITED UTILITIES GP ADR/2 | F:UUEA | $9.46 Billion | €30.20 |
American Water Works Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, American Water Works's market cap moved from $10.03 Billion to $ 27.47 Billion, with a yearly change of 9.86%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $27.47 Billion | +5.93% |
| 2025 | $25.93 Billion | +4.83% |
| 2024 | $24.74 Billion | -3.54% |
| 2023 | $25.65 Billion | -11.68% |
| 2022 | $29.04 Billion | -17.89% |
| 2021 | $35.37 Billion | +24.83% |
| 2020 | $28.33 Billion | +26.88% |
| 2019 | $22.33 Billion | +37.79% |
| 2018 | $16.21 Billion | +1.32% |
| 2017 | $16.00 Billion | +29.01% |
| 2016 | $12.40 Billion | +23.57% |
| 2015 | $10.03 Billion | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Sep 18th, 2026 the market cap of American Water Works was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $26.81 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $26.81 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $26.81 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $26.81 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $26.81 Billion USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
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