Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. Surges to 494th in Trading Volume with 1.93 Billion Shares Traded

On May 1, 2025, Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (J) saw a significant increase in trading volume, with a total of 1.93 billion shares traded, marking a 45.15% rise from the previous day. This surge placed Jacobs at the 494th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of Jacobs also rose by 0.40%.

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. has been awarded a five-year contract by the West Basin Municipal Water District to operate and maintain the largest water recycling system in Southern California. This system, known as the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility, has a daily production capacity of 40 million gallons and is unique in its ability to produce five different types of recycled water tailored to various needs.

In addition to its operations in Southern California, Jacobs has also been selected to operate and maintain the water treatment system in Jackson, Mississippi. This ten-year contract aims to continue improving water services in the region, further solidifying Jacobs' role in infrastructure and environmental management.

Furthermore, Jacobs has announced a special dividend of 7,299,065 shares of Amentum stock. This move is part of the company's strategy to return value to its shareholders while continuing to invest in growth opportunities.