American Water Works Company Inc vs Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF — how do they compare? American Water Works Company Inc trades at $131.69 (market cap $25.69B), while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF trades at $32.25. The key difference: American Water Works Company Inc pays a 2.72% dividend while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF pays none, and Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, American Water Works Company Inc nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| AWK | SCHD | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $25.69B | — |
Sector | Utilities | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $147.00 | $32.83 |
52-Week Low | $121.13 | $26.38 |
Enterprise Value | $41.25B | — |
Dividend Yield | 2.72% | — |
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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 →SCHD is an ETF that tracks the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. It selects high-quality companies with a consistent track record of paying dividends, focusing on financial strength metrics like cash flow to total debt and return on equity, and excluding REITs. The fund aims to provide both income and capital appreciation, making it a popular choice for long-term, dividend-focused investors.
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