American Water — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

American Water Works reported third-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $2.00 per share, up from $1.89 in the same period of 2025, while year-to-date adjusted earnings reached $4.63 per share compared to $4.40. The company narrowed its 2026 adjusted earnings per share guidance to a range of $6.07 to $6.12 and initiated standalone 2027 guidance of $6.53 to $6.63, reflecting an 8% growth target. Progress on the proposed merger with Essential Utilities continues, with regulatory approvals secured in three states and settlements reached in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Texas. Additionally, the company remains on track to invest $3.7 billion in capital projects for 2026 and added approximately 81,000 customer connections through acquisitions.