AWR

Based on American States Water Company's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does American States Water Company do?

American States Water Company provides regulated water and electric services to customers across California and operates water and wastewater systems at U.S. military installations. It runs three business segments: Water, Electric, and Contracted Services — the last of which is backed by long-term government agreements.

Does AWR pay dividends?

Yes, AWR pays a regular dividend. The company has maintained a consistent dividend payment history, supported by the predictable cash flows that come with regulated utility operations. For current yield and payment details, check the investor relations section of American States Water's website.

When does AWR report earnings?

AWR reports on a quarterly cadence, in line with standard U.S. equity reporting requirements. Exact dates vary each quarter. Visit American States Water Company's investor relations page for the most current earnings calendar and recent results.

Is AWR a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates AWR as Below Average overall. While several pillars — including Quality, Moat, and Valuation — sit at Neutral, the Risk pillar registers as Weak. That combination suggests caution is warranted. Pro members can view the complete pillar breakdown to make a more informed assessment.

Is AWR overvalued?

AWR's Valuation pillar is rated Neutral, meaning it does not appear significantly stretched or deeply discounted relative to the framework's assessment. Regulated utilities often trade at premium multiples due to their income characteristics, so context matters. The full valuation metrics are available to UQS Pro members.

How does AWR compare to its competitors?

AWR's closest peer is California Water Service Group (CWT), which operates in the same regulatory environment. AWR differentiates itself through its Contracted Services segment serving military installations — a revenue stream most pure-play water utilities do not have. UQS Score provides side-by-side pillar comparisons for Pro members.

What is AWR's market cap bracket?

AWR is classified as a mid-cap stock. This places it in a range that typically attracts both income-focused and quality-oriented investors, though mid-cap utilities can carry liquidity considerations compared to large-cap peers in the sector.

Who founded American States Water Company?

American States Water Company was incorporated in 1929, making it one of the longer-standing regulated water utilities in the United States. Detailed founding history is publicly available through the company's official corporate profile and investor relations materials.

Is AWR a long-term quality investment?

From a long-term quality standpoint, AWR's Neutral ratings across Quality, Moat, and Growth suggest a stable but unexceptional fundamental profile. The Weak Risk pillar is the key concern for long-horizon investors. UQS Pro members can access the full analysis to evaluate whether AWR fits a long-term quality-focused portfolio.

What is the main competitive advantage of American States Water Company?

AWR's primary competitive advantage lies in its regulated utility status — it holds exclusive service territories in California, creating a natural barrier to competition. Its Contracted Services segment adds a second moat through long-term, government-backed agreements to operate military base water infrastructure, which are difficult for competitors to displace.

What sector does AWR belong to?

AWR operates in the Utilities sector, specifically within the regulated water utility industry. Utilities are generally characterized by stable, predictable revenues tied to regulatory approvals rather than open-market competition — a feature that shapes AWR's entire business model and financial profile.

Is AWR a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar labels, AWR's Growth pillar is Neutral and its Valuation pillar is also Neutral — placing it in neither a clear growth nor deep-value category. It is best characterized as an income-oriented utility with modest growth expectations, typical of the regulated water utility peer group.

American States Water Company shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

American States Water Company shows steady but unspectacular growth, typical for mature companies.

American States Water Company has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.

American States Water Company has a mixed valuation — some metrics suggest fair value while others appear stretched.

American States Water Company possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for AWR.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for American States Water Company is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses American States Water Company's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether American States Water Company is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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