# American Water Targets Q1 2027 Essential Utilities Merger Close

By John Kim

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Published: 2026-10-29T20:30:39.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-29T20:30:39.000Z
Section: Business

> The company set stand-alone adjusted EPS guidance for 2027 at $6.53 to $6.63.

American Water expects its proposed merger with Essential Utilities to close by the end of the first quarter of 2027, while setting stand-alone adjusted earnings per share guidance at $6.53 to $6.63 for 2027.

The adjusted EPS range is a non-GAAP measure and reflects the company’s stand-alone outlook for the year.