AWK monthly performance report
Monthly AWK research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
AWK monthly report
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Key takeaways
- American Water Works (AWK) closed September 2026 at $138.92, up 0.50% for the month and −0.26% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, AWK is +6.45%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.58% YTD.
- The stock is trading +5.45% versus its 200-day moving average ($131.74), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, AWK has underperformed the S&P 500 by −70.41%, with a relative strength index reading of 58.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
American Water Works ended September 2026 at $138.92, posting a monthly return of +0.50%. The S&P 500 returned −0.80% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.30%.
The current quarter stands at +5.58% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +5.45% versus the 200-day moving average ($131.74).
Year-to-date, AWK is +6.45% against SPY +11.58%, a gap of −5.13%. The stock is currently −4.61% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −20.29%.
| Period | AWK | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.89% | −0.45% | +1.34% |
| 1 Week | −1.27% | −1.21% | −0.06% |
| 1 Month | +0.50% | −0.80% | +1.30% |
| 3 Months | +9.85% | +3.13% | +6.72% |
| 6 Months | +0.86% | +12.36% | −11.50% |
| YTD | +6.45% | +11.58% | −5.13% |
| 12 Months | −0.26% | +15.74% | −16.00% |
| 3 Years | −1.46% | +68.95% | −70.41% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | +12.06% |
| #2 | Jul 2024 | +10.22% |
| #3 | Feb 2025 | +9.09% |
| #4 | Mar 2025 | +8.49% |
| #5 | May 2024 | +6.91% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2023 | −10.75% |
| #2 | Dec 2024 | −9.09% |
| #3 | Oct 2025 | −7.73% |
| #4 | Jan 2024 | −6.04% |
| #5 | Aug 2023 | −5.89% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −5.70% |
| Q3 2025 | +0.06% |
| Q4 2025 | −6.24% |
| Q1 2026 | +4.28% |
| Q2 2026 | −3.31% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +5.58% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −13.40% |
| 2024 | −5.68% |
| 2025 | +4.83% |
| 2026 | +6.45% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $145.64 (2025-10-21) |
| 52-Week Low | $120.57 (2026-06-02) |
| Current Price | $138.92 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $131.74 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +5.45% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −20.29% (2026-06-01) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −4.61% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 58.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −70.41% |
| RS Peak | 100.1 (Sep 2023) |
| RS Trough | 51 (Jun 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was AWK's return for this report period?
AWK returned +0.50% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-14.
Has AWK outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD AWK: +6.45% vs SPY: +11.58%.
What is AWK's 12-month return?
−0.26% over the trailing 12 months.
Is AWK above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +5.45% versus 200DMA ($131.74).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−20.29% on 2026-06-01.