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4.8
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American States Water Co (AWR)

As of Sep 20, 2026, American States Water Co (AWR) scores 4.8/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #9 of 60 Utilities stocks. At $85, AWR trades 14% above its model fair value of $74.

Utilities / Water Utilities

S&P SmallCap 600

$85.20

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

Data as of Sep 20, 2026

#9out of 60 in Utilities

Is AMERICAN STATES WATER CO a Good Investment in 2026?

AMERICAN STATES WATER CO (AWR) scores 4.8 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates AMERICAN STATES WATER CO as Attractive (6/8). However, the Lynch model rates it Caution — High PEG — growth premium · Slow Grower. AMERICAN STATES WATER CO currently trades 14% above its estimated fair value of $74. AMERICAN STATES WATER CO ranks #9 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E24.6ROE13.0Market Cap3BDiv Yield2.3

Estimated Fair Value

$74.4514% above

Trading above estimated fair value. Eps growth of 6% may not justify the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/8

Buffett

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

84% above fair value

Lynch

Caution

High PEG — growth premium · Slow Grower

Greenblatt

Neutral

Earnings yield 5.0% · ROC 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is AMERICAN STATES WATER CO (AWR) a good investment?
As of Sep 20, 2026, American States Water Co (AWR) scores 4.8/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #9 of 60 Utilities stocks. At $85, AWR trades 14% above its model fair value of $74. That score is below average, suggesting caution.
What is AMERICAN STATES WATER CO's Piotroski F-Score?
AMERICAN STATES WATER CO's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/8. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is AWR overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $74, AWR appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 14% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. Eps growth of 6% may not justify the premium.
How does AWR compare to other Utilities stocks?
AMERICAN STATES WATER CO ranks #9 out of 60 stocks in the Utilities sector, placing it in the top 15% of its sector by composite score. This is a strong position relative to sector peers.
What do investment models say about AWR?
AlphaStocks evaluates AWR using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Caution; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Neutral. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.8/10.

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