American States Water Company

OVERVALUEDAWR · NYSE · Utilities
AWR·NYSE·Utilities
OVERVALUED
American States Water Company
46.0%downside
MARKET PRICE
$77.16
FAIR PRICE
$41.64
MARGIN
$35.52
UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED
P/E RATIO
23.6x
DIV. YIELD
2.49%
ROE
13.1%
MARKET CAP
$3B
FPI
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FAIR PRICE VALUATION

46.0%downside

Updated daily

Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%

MARKET PRICE

$77.16

FAIR PRICE

$41.64

MARGIN

$35.52

UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED

P/E Ratio

23.6x

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Div. Yield

2.49%

ROE

13.1%

Average

Market Cap

$3B

Mid-cap

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FPI RATING

6.9/ 10

High-quality fundamentals and consistent growth trajectory, but expensive valuation relative to fundamentals.

Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.

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MARGIN OF SAFETY

A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.

$33.31CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$41.64FAIR PRICE
$77.16MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$33.31

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

56.8%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $77.16, AWR trades 56.8% above the conservative entry level of $33.31. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $41.64 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.

Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗

VALUATION HISTORY

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METHODOLOGY

How we calculate AWR's fair price

American States Water Company's fair price of $41.64 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Utilities peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $77.16, AWR trades 46.0% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting AWR's risk profile.

RELATIVE · 30%

Comparing AWR's valuation multiples against Utilities peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.

ANALYST · 20%

Aggregated analyst price targets for AWR, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.

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FAQ

What is the fair price of AWR?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Utilities peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for American States Water Company is $41.64. At the current market price of $77.16, AWR trades 46.0% above its calculated fair value.

Is AWR overvalued or undervalued?+

American States Water Company is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $77.16, which is 46.0% above the fair price of $41.64. The P/E ratio of 23.6x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for AWR?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $41.64, the conservative entry level for AWR is $33.31. At the current market price of $77.16, the stock trades 56.8% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.

How often is AWR's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for AWR daily after market close. The current fair price of $41.64 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect AWR's fair price calculation?+

AWR's fair price of $41.64 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Utilities peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 23.6x, ROE of 13.1%, and dividend yield of 2.49%.

Is AWR a good buy right now?+

At $77.16, AWR trades 46.0% above our fair value estimate of $41.64. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 13.1% (average). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does AWR pay dividends?+

AWR has a dividend yield of 2.49%.

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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.