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Waterworks stocks and tech: extreme negative correlation in 2025
These 3 Stocks Have Surged Too Much! And 3 Others Are Now Prime Buy-the-Dip Opportunities
Deadline passes to reach deal on water cuts from Colorado River (NYSE:AWK)
These 10 companies face huge tax bills with the Democrats new 15% minimum corporate tax
Why do stock prices consistently increase for extremely stable and predictable markets?
Has anyone looked into "water" ? THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE. I am not telling anyone to invest in water, merely that it is something that should be looked into.
In case GME causes a market crash, where should family members who aren't aware of GME re-allocate their money?
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I'm holding AWK, any others you think are good right now? Long term I think it's the best play, needed for AI and humans lol.
AWK and OKE shares was the play all along.
read r/Dividends SCHD is very popular there. Research dividend aristocrats Research dividend kings My first DRP(dividend reinvestment plan) was in AWK, America's largest water utility which is about to get even larger with the take under of WTRG.
You might be on to something with water. Now, idk about puts on KO & PEP because they have the means to get water due to their large revenue. $AWK might be a long term play though
Contemplating selling out of the water utility AWK I had bought to prep for a drawdown and dumping it into Software (CSU current candidate).
Building a position in Netflix. Sold some sturdy AWK to fund it.
Yea utility + infra is the way to go. For infrastructure, Comfort Systems (FIX) is carrying my entire portfolio (+200%). I originally bought it as a play on global warming (because many places in the US that historically never needed A/C now need it), then it turned into an AI data center play. I also have ETR and CEG at +100% each as standard electric utility stocks. Outside of electric utility I'm looking at water, recently nibbled on AWK and VLTO. Both AI data centers and the semiconductor manufacturing industry will require significant investment here. Last year I bought FSLR around $190 but I chickened out and dumped it at $150 something when Trump was messing with the subsidies. Fuck me.
AWK - try living without water. 8% dividend increases every year. Largest publicly traded water Ut. They expand by buying little guys.
Happy to be buying CSU, META, MELI at these prices Happy to have brought TDG, BN and AWK My mega cap tech concentration is greatly reduced. I have also built smaller positions in the following CLMB, HWKN, FEIM, PANW. Was considering V/MA but that idea on the shelf rn due to too many positions.
Companies like AWK - American Water Works, at the rate we are cooling and the mining that needs to be done with rare earths, we are going to need Water Purification/treatment companies more than ever before…. Really any pure play on water purification and less Utilities. Utilities are capped by government for how much they can grow. Not sure what the pure plays out there are.
Bought some Brookfield, AWK, MSCI.
Do you know of any bear cases for them? I am a believer in water utility capex too and am buying AWK and HWKN pair. I am still undecided what % of port to make it though, currently at 1%. They also benefit from on shoring of manufacturing.
Looks great, one stock I like is AWK, which has been a pretty steady stock, a recent merger caused the stock to plunge about 14%, people ran out and bought Essential Utilities instead because there was the potential for 10% discount with a 3 for 1. I just bought AWK because it had become cheaper. They pay dividends. EADSY is a slow mover, it seems like Airbus stock is more receptive to positive news in European countries, Airbus has made advances in their manufacturing facilities and continues to do so.
I once considered AWK last year but saw it was flat for a long period so I avoided buying.
I spent my weekend looking into 2 water utilities AWK and WTRG, only for them to announce today that they’re merging lol
Tons of value or cyclical sectors and companies. Midstream, oil, reits, chemical companies, railroads, healthcare, building suppliers, utilities. CNI, AWK, ZTS, CSL, BCC, Tons of value in the market.
Nuclear still decades away. Natgas will fill in to power dara centers until then. Water demand will only rise, especially considering how much water data centers use. AWK is the best pure water stock. WTRG is a good water/natgas stock. XYL provides parts for water companies. OKE and EQT for pure natgas. Some good energy companies are D (Dominion) and DUK (Duke). Defense: ONDS is looking tobe the most promising drone company. RCAT is a good pick too. Can't go wrong with old players like LMT.
NYSE: VLTO was one I used to own. AWK and HWKN are two other names to check out!
I'm just getting into options trading. Started off buying calls and puts and was losing money. Now I've decided to sell calls and puts and maybe I will make money from people like the old me. The strategy that I came up with (not saying it is anything original) is to identify high quality companies with low betas (e.g., JNJ, WM, AWK) and buy 100 shares of the stock. Sell a call option ~30 days out with a strike price at about 110% and then also sell a put option ~30 days out with a strike price at about 90% and buy a put option at that strike price minus $10 (I am also selecting stocks that have a per share price of at least $100 so that the $0.65 fee per contract doesn't kill any gains). I have a neutral outlook on the market so the idea is that I'm holding stocks that I am happy to hold and making a little premium on the side. Another way of getting a little more leverage is to 2x the put credit spread. However, I am wondering if the premiums here are worth it? As you might expect the premiums are not exactly exciting on these trades and there is definitely downside risk.
$AWK and $NEE calls while they're in their regular dips.
$NEE and $AWK is having a sale, lots of cheap options from the dip, bounce back is going to be really nice.
The global bottled water market is projected to grow from $292.6 billion in 2025 to $509 billion by 2030, driven by rising demand for clean water, health-conscious consumers, and sustainability trends. Major players like Nestlé, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Danone dominate, but Primo Water (PRMW) offers a focused investment opportunity with strong growth potential. This DD explores why water stocks are worth considering, with a focus on Primo Water as a high-potential pick, alongside safer options like Coca-Cola and water-focused ETFs. **Why Invest in Bottled Water?** The bottled water market is a stable, growing sector with strong fundamentals: Market Growth: The global bottled water market is expected to grow at a 6.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2025 to 2030, reaching $509 billion. Still water (74% of the market) and sparkling water (7.9% CAGR) are both expanding, driven by health trends and demand in emerging markets. Consumer Trends: Consumers are shifting from sugary drinks to bottled water, with U.S. per capita consumption rising from 31.6 gallons in 2013 to 46.4 gallons in 2023. Global Demand: Over 2.2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water, boosting demand in Asia-Pacific (44.5% market share) and developing regions. Climate and Urbanization: Water scarcity and urban growth are increasing reliance on bottled water, especially in regions with unreliable tap water. **Major Players in the Market** The bottled water market is competitive, with four major companies holding significant shares and a large "others" category including private labels and regional players. Here’s the breakdown: Nestlé (NSRGY): Estimated 20–25% global market share. Brands include Nestlé Pure Life, Perrier, and San Pellegrino. North America accounts for ~56% of its water sales. Nestlé’s planning to spin off its water business in 2025, which could impact its exposure but create a new investment opportunity. Dividend yield: ~3%. Coca-Cola (KO): Estimated 15–20% share, led by Dasani (12% of still water), Smartwater, and Topo Chico. A defensive stock with a 2.86% dividend yield and a $305 billion market cap, backed by Berkshire Hathaway’s $27.6 billion stake. PepsiCo (PEP): Estimated 10–15% share with Aquafina and LIFEWTR. Water is a smaller part of its portfolio (58% of revenue from snacks), but innovations like carbon capture bottling add upside. Dividend yield: ~3%. Danone (DANOY): Estimated 10–15% share, with premium brands like Evian and Volvic. Strong in Europe and focused on sustainable packaging. Dividend yield: ~3.5%. Others (~35%): Includes private labels (25–30% of the market), Nongfu Spring (China), Bisleri (India), and smaller players like Primo Water. **Investment Pick: Primo Water (PRMW)** For a targeted bet on the bottled water market, Primo Water (PRMW) stands out as a high-growth, pure-play option: Overview: Primo Water is a North American company focused on bottled water and dispensers, with $1.77 billion in 2023 revenue (5% growth) and 20% adjusted EBITDA margins. Why Invest: Unlike diversified giants like Coca-Cola or PepsiCo, Primo is 100% focused on water, making it a direct play on market growth. Its stock price is ~$27 (June 2025), up 50% year-to-date, with analyst targets of $30–$35 by end of 2026. Growth is driven by acquisitions, office reopenings, and demand for reusable water jugs. Catalysts: Rising health consciousness and corporate demand for water coolers are boosting sales. Primo’s focus on sustainability (e.g., reusable containers) aligns with consumer and regulatory trends. Risks: High debt from acquisitions could be a concern if interest rates remain elevated. Private labels (25% market share) are also a competitive threat, but Primo’s brand loyalty and B2B contracts provide stability. **Alternative Investment Options ** Large-Cap Stocks: Coca-Cola (KO) and PepsiCo (PEP) offer stability, dividends, and exposure to water alongside broader portfolios. Coca-Cola’s scale and Buffett’s backing make it a safer bet for conservative investors. Water ETFs: Invesco Water Resources ETF (PHO, 0.60% expense ratio) and First Trust Water ETF (FIW) provide diversified exposure to water-related companies, including purification and delivery. Both have outperformed the S&P 500 over the past decade. Utilities: American Water Works (AWK) is the largest U.S. water utility, with $944 million in 2023 net income and a 2.1% dividend yield. Its stock (~$130) has grown 500% since its 2008 IPO, offering low-risk exposure. Options: For higher risk, PRMW January 2026 $30 calls (~$2.50) offer leverage if the stock hits analyst targets. Coca-Cola or PepsiCo options are less volatile but still provide upside. **Macro Tailwinds for 2025** Population and Urbanization: The global population is nearing 8.5 billion, with 3–4 billion lacking reliable tap water. Urban growth and tourism (1.3 billion international arrivals in 2023) drive bottled water demand. Sustainability Trends: Companies are shifting to recycled PET and aluminum cans (7% CAGR), addressing environmental concerns and appealing to ESG investors. Economic Resilience: Bottled water is a consumer staple, maintaining demand during economic downturns. Stocks like KO and AWK are defensive plays in volatile markets. **Risks to Consider** Environmental Regulations: Bottled water companies face scrutiny for plastic pollution. Potential bans on single-use plastics could raise costs, though firms are adapting with sustainable packaging. Private Label Competition: Store brands hold 25–30% of the market, pressuring margins for branded players. Nestlé’s Spinoff: The potential sale of Nestlé’s water business (~$5.5 billion valuation) could disrupt its market position or create a new stock to watch. Interest Rates: Higher rates could impact debt-heavy companies like Primo Water or utilities like AWK. Conclusion The bottled water market offers a compelling investment opportunity due to its growth, driven by health trends, water scarcity, and sustainability efforts. Primo Water (PRMW) is a high-potential pick for those seeking focused exposure, while Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and ETFs like PHO provide safer options. With the market set to grow significantly by 2030, now’s a good time to consider water-related investments. Disclaimer: no shit this is generated by AI
Googl, Amzn, Tsla, RDDT, BROS, Cost, PM, Axon, AWK, Blackrock or BX
Interesting to see utilities go down during this green period. Hesitantly adding more Waste Management and I'm starting to eye AWK - fell from 150 to 135, maybe we're gonna see 120s again.
Yeah, the big brain plays can be so hit and miss. They just teach us humility and why diversifying is important lol. What I’ve learned is healthcare is not my sector. Every time I’ve tried anything health care related, it takes too long to go green or get a nice profit. A few times have been quick profits like the BDX and ZBH recoveries after their earnings. Others are like UNH. I have better luck with financials, tech, utilities, and consumer staples right now. Yesterday’s surge I saw most of my defensive holdings drop a lot so people could make quick tech plays it looked like. So I picked up more RSG, WM, AWK, SO, and DUK. If they go down lower after all the reports we get this week, I’ll buy some more. But I’m expecting a switch back to defensive stocks going up if any of these reports cause investors to become bearish. I personally think today was a bull trap and we will hit a bear market if store shelves start emptying out nation wide.
I choose AWK and XYL back in January and have two energy (not oil or gas) positions as my utility picks. Utilities/energy, Defense, Tech, Finance are what I've been focused on YTD-ish.
> Pretty unsexy isn't it Low beta plays like staples and utilities are definitely the play going forward. Recession proof and boring so they don't have wild swings. I'm looking at water treatment companies which have been completely unaffected by all of this market manipulation and also relatively cyclical making good 6 month trades if they continue moving as they do. My targets are WTRG @34-35, AWK @120s, and AWR @71 SJM is also a friggin tank if you can get it in 100-110 range.
According to the media pundits, 🌽 has “decoupled” from the “market”, so it’s anyone’s guess what will happen on Monday. Meanwhile, other lesser known stocks are doing just fine—AWK, MCK, CORT, etc.
According to the media pundits, 🌽 has “decoupled” from the “market”, so it’s anyone’s guess what will happen on Monday. Meanwhile, other lesser known stocks are doing just fine—AWK, MCK, CORT, etc.
Day trade UVXY. It’s been how I’ve hedged. Almost completely on the sidelines/in cash aside from a few core holdings (WM, AWK, SCHD, XYF, etc) and using the dry powder to day trade UVXY every day until the market stabilizes. Who knows when that’ll be
Check out utilities AWK and such… metals too
AWK +2% today while everything else tanked. Will continue if Monday is red.
Anything that pays a good dividend and is a staple will see a lot of growth as other stocks fall. I had a good amount parked in dividends stocks that all soared while the market was tanking recently. As things have subsided, a lot of people sold it off. Seems predictable, I think it will happen again. See VZ, AWK
Grab your emergency positions: Water: AWK, WTRG 💧 Poor foods: CPB, KHC 🥣 Insurance: MOH, UNH 🩻
DUK, D, EXC, NEE, SO, ED, CEG And AWK, although it’s a water utility.
What do y'all think about utilities during this coming period? WM is at its AH 230, real darling of a stock. AWK bounced back +16% in two weeks, not so sure about it though. Adding to WM was never a problem for me, but now?
VPU, AWK. Energy and Utilities and Debt will be the story of 2025. I'm putting big stocks into XOM, APO, and VPU.
XYL and AWK are absolute units. XYL [smashed earnings with record EPS of $1.18](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/xylem-inc-xyl-q4-2024-070935368.html) and AWK just [beat revenue expectations by 2.4%](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/american-water-works-company-full-111659155.html). Not even priced in yet since boomers too busy watching Cramer screech about tech stocks.
AWK, WM and TSN. Every still needs food and water, and shit to be disposed of.
Also if I leaned anything from Six Sense it is that aliens are defeated by water. Long AWK
Advertisement is only a small portion of their future revenue growth. These guys are collecting a ton of data and information on this site that could be sold in the future for a handsome return on investment. the reason why I would not want to get too carried away with it is because there is nothing stopping other competitors to enter this market. There were so many great companies over the years that have gotten eaten up by the whales. If you are lucky enough to be bought out, then that is good but if the market just naturally starts shifting to a new platform, the reddit might be history and Blueit my be king. I like buying stocks in companies I have bills with. Electric, cell, cable, water, trash. food, HealthCare, Shopping DUK, T. CMCSA. AWK, RSG, COSTCO. UHC, Amazon
AWK should be in your list as well. When water becomes scarce AWK is gonna moon.
I'd tell that person don't short because shorting often means losing and 🌈🐻s always lose because they are fucking regarded pessimists to the eternal BULLCHADS. If you had to then you'd search for the midstream metal refiners rather than miners. Ideally some company that buys copper to make bronze rather than a company that makes most of it's money in mining cooper with the side gig being the other crap they dig up too like silver/zinc/coal/lead. Shorting SCCO for some crappy bronze metal quality in some Olympic medals is like shorting American Water Works AWK becayse you think "soda water quality is low" some guy in France got diarrhea and posted about it on Tiktok after eating at Chipotle CMG from E coli. found in the Coca Cola KO that he drank from the soda fountain.
AWK is more expensive but better. WTRG is just cheaper.
Dollar General and AWK shook off Covid like it was a bitch. Just saying. Those are two good plays.
XYL and PNR have been performing pretty well for me most recently. AWK hit a high ~190 and has been sitting in the 120-30s for a while. ETFs like FIW might be better for returns as of now. These are long term investments, I don’t swing trade these and they’re not as eye catching as something like nvidia
Water is viewed as a commodity resource when it’s really a luxury resource. As climate change accelerates droughts and sea levels rise, clean fresh water becomes more of a rarity. The most recent example of this is the fight between the states with access to the Colorado River—there wasn’t enough water to go around for both the farms and civilians, so they’ve had to ration it. I invested in various types of companies, but it was generally around water infrastructure like pumping and filtration systems. The US also has a very old water infrastructure system that’s in need of repair, so I tried to get in early at companies like XYL, AWK, PNR, and MWA. Those first three are my best performers, but I also started buying into FIW, a water ETF circa 2020-21, early in the pandemic
You see OP, I think your case and that period of 4 years are mostly exception at this point. The S&P situation especially. 5 to 10 companies, all in one sector are sucking vast amounts of investments that would otherwise have been spread in the market. At the moment there are lots and lots of companies that underperform, trading at historical discount and at some point this will change. Maybe in 10 years hydrogen will be like the gasoline now, and you would wish you bought APD today and not NVDA. There could be massive water related issues in the years ahead and AWK/AWR to outperform MSFT. The same case can be made in any other field. We are at wired point in time where tech is dragging the entire market up and everything else is pretty much guaranteed to under perform. Yes this can carry on for a long time, but not forever. I'm 100% in single stocks with 35% of them being in EU, and more - I do not own a single tech related stock. I'm under spy for last two years but I'm happy with my picks and I'm confident in the long term prospects. If you manage to remain solvent for longer than the market can remain irrational, you will be rewarded. Best of luck with your strategy - there is no right or wrong approach in this case, but personal choices.
You’re talking like I’ve gotten 20%+ over the last 25+ years on every trade or year. That is certainly not the case as I have lots of losers (my worst position to date that is larger than $10k cost basis is at this moment > -80%). Just happens to be that I’ve benefitted greatly from the last 15-18 years where I just happened to have a bunch of dry powder that I put into the market. AMD @ $2/share, BAC @ $7/share, Netflix @ $50, Apple @ $21 (due to split), etc are just a sample of my positions that have obviously exploded. But like I said, I have plenty of losing/missed trades as well. (Missed the boat on FB/Meta by trading out too early, T is just a bad position to be in, going in BAC instead of JPM, mistimed trade positions of AWK, only broke even on TWIT pre-Elon, got my butt handed to me on some biopharm positions, etc.) My success as a trader has a lot more to do with the fiscal and monetary policies of the government (loose monetary and fiscal policies allowed valuations of companies to soar as well as allowing companies to pick up credit more easily than ever to get out of trouble) than my skill as a trader. As I’ve noted, my only strategy for picks is to go in on businesses that I understand or have faith (however blind) and having a script in the middle of long positions. Have my positions grown a considerable amount from original? Yes. Is it because I’m so skilled as a trader? No. I just happened to have enough dry powder to strike when it makes sense to do so. Do I ever miss on a trade? Sure do! Tons!
AWK and MWA are carrying me holy shit
AWK calls are OP calls! go 5/17 anywhere above 125 is a winner. awk is going to the moon fr fr ong (i have been pressing random buttons and i'm up 3k please help dear god please someone send help)
In no particular order, VICI, MAA, STAG, FPI, OBDC, CPT, CCI, AWK, and AGE.
AWK calls sell April 5
Loading up on AWK calls
Need AWK calls for the comeback
I’ve been in water for several years now. Good ETF in FIW. Bought in at $45 on AWK, 22.50 BIP, ~70 XYL, 25 PNR and ~9 MWA.
Yeah, AWK is the only one I'm interested in because they actively acquire companies and thus are able to grow above GDP. It's always been super expensive, but starting to moderate due to utilities selling off.
I haven't evaluated it in awhile, but AWK seems to be an interesting risk/reward. Very consistently putting up 8% growth and a 2% dividend. They own and acquire water utilities, so pretty consistent business.
[Vice President Harris announces $5.8 billion for water infrastructure projects, says clean water is a right](https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/vice-president-harris-announces-5-8-billion-for-water-infrastructure-projects-says-clean-water-is-a-right) Long American Water Works $AWK
I feel like every investor has to go through a phase at some point, where they first hear about this really unique thesis about water, how it is so critical to the survival of humanity, and has played a big role in recent modern conflicts (Syria, for instance). Probably after watching some documentary about it or movie referencing it. So they get excited by the most popular water companies, and end up buying the most boring-ass utility in the world AWK expecting it to go somewhere, only to end up being flat for a year and then selling it. Source: Me
All right guys, you convinced me to nix that idea. I appreciate the constructive criticism. I will keep some AWK in my taxable, but will stick to the ETFs in the Roth.
Thinking about putting some AWK in my Roth for the water-wars circa 2050. Thoughts?
It's funny how it instituational money fucks with yall regards. Just in two months they fucked your calls, then your puts and now again fucking your calls..and the sad part is you will still buy puts seeing the dip, and they pump again. It always ends in retail sucking the 🅱️AWK  
AWK - American Water Works is the only utility I'd ever consider buying... not that I own any, utilities are too capital intensive for my liking.
AWK holders. Any thoughts on rising debt levels into potentially higher for longer? Also CapEx + Acquisition spend last 3 years: Year|CapEx|Acq|OpCash :--|:--:|:--:|:--:|--: 2020|(1,822)|(135)|1,426 2021|(1,764)|(135)|1,441 2022|(2,297)|(315)|1,108 Looks pretty aggressive but maybe I am missing something.
I'm avoiding VZ and T because I think they're getting beaten by TMUS right now. I do see the appeal with their dividends right now, it's just not for me personally. I generally feel the same about utilities but one that is growing is intreaguing. It'll be harder to grow with higher rates, but AWK has been trading over 30x earnings lately, which is not cheap. Now its into the 20s. More fairly priced.
I'm not anti dividend, I just won't buy something because of the dividend. For AWK the company has been growing 8-10% annually so you should get capital appreciation for the stock. They're basically a serial acquirer of small utilities. I'm not sure how rapidly they grow the dividend.
I don't usually get into utilities, but AWK is a great compounder that's starting to become attractive. It's outperformed the index on 5, 10, and 15 year periods.....operates with a moat...has a long runway through acquisition....and is a durable business in a recession.
**Roth IRA:** Buy another share of $VOO. I’m $200 short from buying a second share. **Personal Stock Portfolio:** But another share and averaging down my $AWK. I know, I know, it’s boring but at least my portfolio is green. Although, I am holding a volatile stock that is down for the year, but I’ve been otherwise been avoiding risk.
20% AWK, 40% WTS, 40% LAND. Awk pays 2% div and has government contracts. WTS has good growth and balance sheet. Land buys specialty farmland, like apple orchards and berry farms. Which are much more water friendly on the environment and consume less as well. The farmland also utilizes many irrigation and waterworks equipment.
Water stocks seem to trade at high multiples all the time. AWK is 30x or more. FELE is one on my watchlist as a play. They have a lot of different water businesses, but it's only about a $4 billion company. Not outrageously priced yet.
CWCO babbbyyyyyy AWK cool but CWCO the best and will grow more %
What do you mean by water management? Just google whatever your specific answer is and add “publicly traded stock” to it. I did that and I came up with a good number of companies already. AWK, YORW, PRMW
Puts of auxiliary realty conpanies (RDFN, property management, etc) and calls on utilities (CWCO, AWK)
I once bought shares of AWK because my Mom always said 'Awk" when I said or did something stupid. When I looked at my stock screen it made me think of her.
ALGN weekly chart bullish AWK monthly chart bearish CDNS monthly chart way over due for a pull back CPB neutral CRM monthly chart bearish INTC monthly chart bearish PFE monthly chart is slowly dropping and approaching a good buy level, but not there yet SNPS monthly chart way over due for a pull back TSLA neutral
AWK at 8.79% is my largest individual VOO at 11.74% as the actual largest position.
CVS. Trading around 8x next year's earnings. I e been questioning their last acquisitions, but is gotten so cheap now. Once this shows signs of bottoming, I'll add more. AWK. A water utility that grows 8-9% annually, plus a dividend. Very defensive, but a little pricey still. DAR. Getting drilled because of the fall in energy companies, but I don't see refinery demand, especially Diesel demand dropping soon. Thinking of adding more. Currently around 11x last year's earnings, with double digit growth forecast. Thinking of adding. USLM- well run limestone producer trading under 10x EV/EBITDA. (they have a ton of cash on hand and no debt). Nice play on construction in the south.
NEE is a utility, trading at 35x earnings and maybe eeking out 10% growth a year. AWK, the water utility is trading at 31x with similar growth. You're paying a slight premium to own a "green" company. I'm not saying it's a bad investment, but it's not some exciting growth story. That's my opinion at least.
AWK. 8% growth and a dividend on top. Steady as people drinking water.
In all fairness, AWK is a beast of a stock.
I’d be ok with that. That’s how I want to go out. Also, long live the party AWK!
The more sensible stocks to invest if you are a contrarian is getting into jail stocks. Government depends more and more on contractors to run jail or detention as existing ones are fully packed. Water purification and waste treatment are also popular. AWK is one example. I have not checked trash hauling service like waste management stocks. In the past, I was profitable on all mentioned.