Form 4: Director Carl Levin Increases Stake in AWR

Sentiment:

Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership


Director Carl James Levin acquired 526.8704 common shares of American States Water Co. on May 19, 2026.

Summary

  • Director Carl James Levin reported three transactions involving American States Water Co. (AWR) common shares.
  • On September 3, 2025, 3.4182 shares were acquired at $73.52.
  • On February 14, 2026, 0.047 shares were disposed of at $0 due to a partial share adjustment.
  • On May 19, 2026, 526.8704 shares were acquired at $75.92.
  • The reporting person's total beneficial ownership following these transactions is 7,202.8718 shares.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this as a neutral administrative filing reflecting standard director equity maintenance.

Positives

  • Director increased his total equity position in the company to 7,202.8718 shares.

Negatives

  • Minor adjustment of 0.047 shares occurred due to partial share accounting.

Risks

  • None identified in this filing.

Future Outlook

Not applicable.

Industry Context

StockSavvy.ai notes that routine Form 4 filings by directors regarding dividend reinvestment or small equity adjustments are standard corporate governance practices and generally do not signal significant shifts in company strategy.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • The transaction volume is consistent with standard director compensation and dividend reinvestment patterns observed in the utility sector.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Minimal impact on shareholders as these are routine director transactions.

Next Steps

  • None mentioned.

Key Dates

DateDescription
09/03/2025Dividend equivalent units credited to director account.
02/14/2026Adjustment for partial shares.
05/19/2026Date of latest reported transaction and filing signature.

Keywords

American States Water, AWR, Insider Trading, Form 4, Director Ownership

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