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AWK Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

10.1%

Updated 201h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

AWK’s Return on Equity (ROE) of 10.2% shows how efficiently the company generates profit from every dollar of shareholders’ equity — essentially, how well it uses investor money to earn a return.

Sector Performance

39th percentile

AWK

10.1%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

10.2%(Jul 2026)

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Deep Analysis

This figure sits below the sector median of 13.8%, placing AWK in the 38th percentile among its peers, meaning roughly 62% of similar companies deliver a higher ROE. However, the trend data is not available: both the year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are reported as N/A, and the trend direction over the last eight quarters is also N/A. With a below-median ROE and no information on whether it is improving or declining, the metric offers a static picture of moderate profitability relative to peers. The lack of trend data limits any assessment of momentum, making it difficult to flag a clear opportunity or risk from the ROE alone. This performance aligns with the overall NEUTRAL verdict — the ROE is unremarkable compared to the sector, and without trend context, it neither strengthens nor weakens the case for a more bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about AWK?

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.

How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?

Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are AWK's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: LOW (-67.1%), MAR (-69.0%), BMBL (-76.9%), WBA (-82.7%), NIO (-84.0%).

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The Formula

Net Income / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.