American Water Works Company Inc vs Hershey Co — how do they compare? American Water Works Company Inc trades at $131.69 (market cap $25.69B), while Hershey Co trades at $170.94 (market cap $35.55B). The key difference: Hershey Co is the larger of the two by market cap, and Hershey Co pays the higher dividend (3.31%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| AWK | HSY | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $25.69B | $35.55B |
Sector | Utilities | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $147.00 | $236.28 |
52-Week Low | $121.13 | $162.31 |
Enterprise Value | $41.25B | $40.35B |
Dividend Yield | 2.72% | 3.31% |
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American Water Works is the largest investor-owned U.S. water and wastewater utility, serving approximately 3.5 million customers in 16 states. It provides water and wastewater services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers and operates predominantly in regulated markets. The company's only nonregulated business is water services for military bases, which operates under long-term contracts.
Read more on AWK →Hershey is a leading confectionery manufacturer in the U.S. (around a $25 billion market), controlling around 46% of the domestic chocolate space (per IRI). Beyond its namesake label, the firm's mix has expanded over the last 85 years and now consists of 100 brands, including Reese's, Kit Kat, Kisses, and Ice Breakers. Hershey's products are sold in about 80 countries, albeit with just a high-single-digit percentage of sales coming from markets outside the U.S., including Brazil, India, and Mexico. The firm has sought inorganic opportunities to extend its reach beyond its core confection business, adding Amplify Snack Brands and its Skinny Pop ready-to-eat popcorn to its mix and Pirate Brands (including the Pirate's Booty, Smart Puffs, and Original Tings brands) over the past few years.
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