11 Best Water Management Stocks to Buy

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9. American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR)

On February 18, 2026, American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) announced diluted profits per share of $0.74 for the fourth quarter of 2025, down from $0.75 the previous year. The water business reported diluted EPS of $0.50 in the fourth quarter of 2025, compared to adjusted EPS of $0.39 in the fourth quarter of 2024, after deducting the impact of a one-time tax gain reported in 2024. The electric section reported diluted earnings per share of $0.11, compared to $0.13 the previous year, while the contracted service area grew earnings by $0.05 per share.

For the full year 2025, American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) reported diluted EPS of $0.20 and adjusted EPS of $0.33 over 2024. In 2025, the firm spent $210.9 million on capital expenditures, and it expects to invest $185 million to $225 million in 2026.

American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) works as a holding company that buys, produces, distributes, and sells water. It operates in three segments: water, electric, and contracted services.

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