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American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $-1.20B

The free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) is $-1.20B. It is below its 12-month average by 28.22% ($-939.00M).

AWK Free Cash Flow (FCF) Chart

AWK Free Cash Flow (FCF)
$-1.07B-31.57% 1Y
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AWK Average Free Cash Flow (FCF) Chart

AWK Current vs Average Free Cash Flow (FCF) Chart

AWK Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)

$-1.20B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM

$-939.00M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y

$-1.01B

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y

$-830.67M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y

$-537.64M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y

$-389.62M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y

$-380.73M

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-28.22%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-18.91%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-44.94%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-123.94%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-209.02%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-216.23%

FCF Analysis

Free Cash Flow (TTM)

$-1.20B

FCF Yield

N/A

Price/FCF

N/A

Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures

Why FCF matters:

  • Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
  • Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
  • Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
  • Key metric for DCF valuation models

American Water Works Company, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition

Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

American Water Works Company, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ

What is the free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-1.20B.
What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-939.00M.
What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-1.01B.
What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-830.67M.
What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-537.64M.
What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-389.62M.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)?
The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for AWK stock is $-380.73M.

American Water Works Company, Inc. Free Cash Flow (FCF) History

DATEFREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
2025-12-31$-1.07B
2024-12-31$-811.00M
2023-12-31$-860.00M
2022-12-31$-1.31B
2021-12-31$-432.00M
2020-12-31$-502.00M
2019-12-31$-375.00M
2018-12-31$-287.00M
2017-12-31$-61.00M
2016-12-31$-119.00M
2015-12-31$-88.00M
2014-12-31$62.99M
2013-12-31$-148.82M
2012-12-31$-30.08M
2011-12-31$-169.63M
2010-12-31$-34.40M
2009-12-31$-219.01M
2008-12-31$-481.43M
2007-12-31$-294.71M
2006-12-31$-385.54M
2001-12-31$-69.68M
2000-12-31$-88.38M
1999-12-31$-153.37M
1998-12-31$-120.70M
1997-12-31$-85.30M
1996-12-31$-65.20M
1995-12-31$-151.70M
1994-12-31$-88.40M
1993-12-31$-52.70M
1992-12-31$-54.90M

About American Water Works Company, Inc.

American Water Works Company, Inc. operates across the United States, delivering essential water and wastewater solutions via its various subsidiary companies. Its operations extend to around 1,700 communities situated across 14 states, catering to an active customer base of roughly 3.4 million. The firm caters to a broad spectrum of clients. These include individual households, commercial enterprises (such as food and beverage suppliers, property developers, and energy companies), and both public and private fire service customers. Industrial clients, like large-scale manufacturers, mining, and production facilities, also utilize its services. Furthermore, American Water Works supports public authorities, encompassing government facilities, schools, and universities, alongside other utility providers and community water and wastewater infrastructure. Beyond these, the company extends its water and wastewater provisions to numerous military installations. It also enters into agreements with municipal bodies, predominantly for the management and operation of their water and wastewater facilities, in addition to offering a range of supplementary services. The company's infrastructure is substantial, comprising approximately 80 surface water treatment plants, 480 groundwater treatment plants, and 160 wastewater treatment plants. Its vast network also includes 52,500 miles of mains for transmission, distribution, and collection, alongside 1,100 groundwater wells, 1,700 pumping stations for water and wastewater, 1,300 treated water storage facilities, and 76 dams. Overall, the company delivers drinking water, wastewater management, and ancillary services to roughly 14 million individuals across 24 states. Established in 1886, American Water Works Company, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Camden, New Jersey.

Camden, NJ
6,700 employees
Utilities / Regulated Water
Sector
Utilities
Industry
Regulated Water
CEO
John C. Griffith