American Water Works is trading 6.32% up now at $143.06, versus the August 10 close of $135.45.
- No clear August 11 company-specific catalyst was found.
- The July 29 earnings report reaffirmed 2026 guidance, while the Essential Utilities merger was previously announced; neither is new today.
- August 11 is also the dividend record date, but that normally does not explain a sharp upward move.