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American Water updates 2026/27 guidance; merger with Essential Utilities advances

Oct 28, 2026, 4:39 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Progress on merger, favorable regulatory outcomes, and stronger 2027 earnings guidance create near-term upside potential; less risk of negative surprises given solid YTD results and visible capex plan.

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American Water reported Q3 2026 adjusted EPS of $2.00, lifting YTD to $4.63. 2026 adjusted guidance tightens to $6.07-$6.12, while 2027 standalone EPS is guided at $6.53-$6.63, signaling stronger growth. Regulatory progress and the Essential Utilities merger continue, with a close anticipated by Q1 2027.

Q3 2026 GAAP EPS $1.94; adjusted EPS $2.00, up from prior year.
2026 adjusted EPS guidance narrowed to $6.07-$6.12; 2027 standalone $6.53-$6.63.
Regulatory progress favorable; merger with Essential Utilities advancing toward expected 1Q2027 close.
Capital investment plans: $3.7B in 2026; $20B+ 2026-2030; 81,000 customer connections from acquisitions.
Dividend declared: $0.8950 per share quarterly.

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