American Water Works AWK Regulatory assets

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FAQ

What is American Water Works's regulatory assets?

American Water Works (AWK) reported regulatory assets of $1.14B in Q1 2026.

How has American Water Works's regulatory assets changed year-over-year?

American Water Works's regulatory assets decreased by 2.1% year-over-year, from $1.16B to $1.14B.

What is the long-term trend for American Water Works's regulatory assets?

Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), American Water Works's regulatory assets has grown at a 0.1% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $1.13B to $1.13B.

What does regulatory assets mean?

These are costs incurred by a regulated utility that are deferred as assets because they are expected to be recovered from customers through future rate adjustments approved by regulators. This accounting treatment reflects the unique regulatory compact where specific expenses are not immediately expensed but are capitalized for future recovery. It is a critical metric for assessing the long-term earnings potential and regulatory support for a utility.