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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 4, 2015)

Filed November 4, 2015For Securities:AWK

Summary

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) filed an 8-K on November 4, 2015, to announce its third quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2015. The primary focus of this filing is the accompanying press release, which provides the detailed financial performance for the quarter. Investors should review this press release for key metrics such as revenue, earnings per share, and operational highlights, as well as any forward-looking statements or guidance provided by the company. While the 8-K itself is brief, it serves as the official mechanism for disseminating the company's quarterly performance to the public and the market. The information furnished within this report, specifically the press release, is crucial for understanding AWK's financial health and operational trajectory during the third quarter of 2015. Investors should note that the information is furnished, not filed, and therefore has different implications under SEC regulations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Announcement of Q3 2015 financial results for American Water Works Company, Inc.
  • 2Press release dated November 4, 2015, containing the financial results is attached as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 3The press release is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 4This filing provides investors with key operational and financial performance data for the third quarter.
  • 5Information furnished is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 of the Exchange Act purposes.
  • 6Investors should refer to the press release for detailed financial metrics and potential company outlook.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially announce and provide access to American Water Works Company, Inc.'s financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2015, through an attached press release.

The detailed financial results for Q3 2015 are provided in the press release dated November 4, 2015, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference.

The 8-K itself does not contain the detailed financial performance data or forward-looking statements. Investors should refer to the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) for any such information provided by American Water Works Company, Inc. regarding their Q3 2015 results and future outlook.

When information is 'furnished' under an 8-K, it means the company is providing it to the SEC but it is not subject to the same liability or scrutiny as 'filed' information under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. While it's still important for investors, it has different legal implications.