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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 7, 2012)

Filed November 7, 2012For Securities:AWK

Summary

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) filed an 8-K on November 7, 2012, to report its financial results for the third quarter of 2012, ending September 30, 2012. The filing primarily serves to attach the press release detailing these results, which is incorporated by reference. Investors looking for specific financial figures, performance metrics, or forward-looking statements would need to consult the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed information. The report itself is a standard 8-K filing for announcing financial results, indicating that the company is adhering to its disclosure obligations. The Chief Financial Officer, Ellen C. Wolf, signed the report, underscoring the official nature of the financial information being disseminated to the public.

Key Highlights

  • 1The 8-K filing is dated November 7, 2012, and pertains to the third quarter of 2012.
  • 2It reports on the "Results of Operations and Financial Condition" as per Item 2.02.
  • 3The core of the filing is the incorporation by reference of a press release (Exhibit 99.1) dated November 7, 2012.
  • 4This press release contains the company's financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2012.
  • 5The filing explicitly states that the information furnished is not to be incorporated into registration statements unless expressly set forth.
  • 6The report was signed by Ellen C. Wolf, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • 7No specific financial data points are included directly within the 8-K form itself, only a reference to the attached press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce and provide access to American Water Works Company, Inc.'s financial results for the third quarter of 2012. It does this by incorporating a press release containing these results.

The actual financial results for the third quarter of 2012 are detailed in the press release dated November 7, 2012, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to that document for specific performance data.

This specific 8-K filing does not directly contain forward-looking statements or guidance. Such information would be expected to be found within the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1). Investors should review the press release for any such disclosures.

This 8-K report was signed by Ellen C. Wolf, who holds the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for American Water Works Company, Inc.