American States Water Company·Utilities

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does American States Water (AWR) have what it takes?

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Investors interested in Utility - Water Supply stocks are likely familiar with Sabesp (SBS) and American States Water (AWR). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

Inflation reaches a 3-year high as tariffs and energy prices surge, making ATO, CMS, AWR and TSN defensive picks.

Water utilities like SBS, AWR, AWK and CWT are supported by strategic capital investment plans and strong customer bases, positioning them to outperform peers despite persistent challenges facing the water industry.

American States Water NYSE: AWR reported higher first-quarter earnings as all three of its operating segments posted year-over-year gains, supported by rate increases at its regulated utilities and stronger construction activity in its contracted services business.
American States Water Company, through its subsidiaries, provides water and electric services to residential, commercial, industrial, and other customers in the United States. It operates through three segments: Water, Electric, and Contracted Services. The company purchases, produces, distributes, and sells water, as well as distributes electricity. As of December 31, 2021, American States Water Company provided water service to 262,770 customers located throughout 10 counties in the State of California; and distributed electricity to 24,656 customers in San Bernardino County mountain communities in California. The company also provides water and/or wastewater services, including the operation, maintenance, and construction of facilities at the water and/or wastewater systems at various military installations. American States Water Company was incorporated in 1929 and is based in San Dimas, California.