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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 26, 2009)

Filed February 26, 2009For Securities:AWK

Summary

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) filed an 8-K on February 26, 2009, reporting its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008. The key information disclosed relates to the company's performance and financial condition as of that date, provided via a press release. This filing serves to inform investors about the company's recent operational and financial outcomes. While the specific financial figures are detailed in the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1), the 8-K itself indicates the dissemination of these results. Investors would look to this report to understand AWK's profitability, revenue trends, and any significant financial events or conditions impacting the company at the close of 2008, particularly in the context of the prevailing economic environment.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing reports financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2008.
  • 2Results were announced via a press release dated February 25, 2009.
  • 3The press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K filing.
  • 4The filing is made pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • 5Information furnished is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6The company's principal executive offices are located in Voorhees, NJ.
  • 7Ellen C. Wolf, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report the financial results of American Water Works Company, Inc. for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2008. These results were announced to the public via a press release.

The detailed financial results are provided in the press release dated February 25, 2009, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. This press release should be reviewed for specific figures regarding revenue, earnings, and other financial performance indicators.

This specific 8-K filing, under Item 2.02, focuses solely on the announcement of financial results. It does not appear to report on any new material events or significant changes in the company's business operations or financial condition beyond what is contained within the disclosed financial results themselves.

The statement indicates that while the information is being made public through the SEC filing, it is not subject to the same legal liabilities under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as information that is formally 'filed.' This is a common distinction for press releases furnished under Item 2.02, meaning investors should rely on the press release content for factual accuracy but understand the legal implications differ from a formally filed report.