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Zacks Research Has Negative Forecast for CWT Q3 Earnings

Zacks Research has downgraded its Q3 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimate for California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) from $1.22 to $1.21. The consensus for the full-year earnings is $3.15 per share. The company reported $1.03 EPS for the last quarter, missing estimates by $0.17. CWT's stock opened at $44.55, with a market cap of $2.65 billion and a dividend yield of 2.7%. Institutional investors hold 82.78% of the stock, reflecting strong interest in the utilities provider.

Market Beat·
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American Water Works Co. Stock Underperforms Monday When Compared To Competitors Despite Daily Gains

Shares of American Water Works Co. (AWK) rose 1.81% to $130.30 on Monday, amid a positive trading session for the stock market. However, the stock underperformed compared to competitors like Essential Utilities Inc. (WTRG), which rose 2.17%, and American States Water Co. (AWR), which rose 1.53%. American Water Works is currently 16.21% below its 52-week high of $155.50, achieved on April 4th. Trading volume was 1.7 million, below the 50-day average of 1.9 million.

Dow Jones·
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AWK
+0.91%
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WTRG
+1.35%
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AWR
+2.36%
Dow Jones·
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AWK
+0.91%
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WTRG
+1.35%
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AWR
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Key facts: American Water Works to merge with Essential Utilities; B of A raises price target to $139

American Water Works Company (AWK) will merge with Essential Utilities in an all-stock deal, expected to close by Q1 2027, focusing on water bill affordability and earnings growth.1B of A Securities has increased the price target for American Water Works Company to $139.00 per share, up from the previous target of $117.00.2

TradingView·
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AWK
+0.91%
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WTRG
+1.35%
TradingView·
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AWK
+0.91%
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WTRG
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BUZZ-BofA upgrades American Water Works to 'neutral'; shares rise

BofA Global Research has upgraded American Water Works (AWK) to 'neutral' from 'underperform' and raised its price target to $139 from $117, reflecting an 8.6% premium over the stock's last close. Following the upgrade, AWK shares rose nearly 3% to about $131.6. The upgrade is linked to AWK's pending merger with Essential Utilities, which may alleviate concerns regarding water bill affordability and EPS growth sustainability. Currently, three out of 15 brokerages rate AWK as 'buy' or higher, with a median price target of $142.

Reuters·
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AWK
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Reuters·
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AWK
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Golden State Water Company Wins CPUC Approval for 2026 Rate Hike

Golden State Water Company has received approval from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for a $32 million revenue increase set for 2026. This decision is part of the company's efforts to enhance its financial stability and service capabilities. The original announcement was made by American States Water Co. via Business Wire.

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AWR
+2.36%
Reuters·
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AWR
+2.36%
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