Forecast & Rating13 analysts currently cover American Water Works, with about 23.1% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $141.45, about 2.5% upside from the current price of $138.02. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 52.3% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means most institutions are cautious on American Water Works's outlook. Data as of Sep 15, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Sep 10, 2026
Price forecast
$141.452.49%
Forecast & RatingHold
13analysts
Strong buy23.08%
Buy0.00%
Hold69.23%
Sell0.00%
Strong sell7.69%
Strong buy
3
Buy
0
Hold
9
Sell
0
Strong sell
1
Target price forecast
Forecast dateSep 14, 2026
Forecast met56.0%
Stock price$138.02
Avg. target$141.5
High target$162
Low target$128
Avg. target
$141.5
High target
$162
Low target
$128
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.