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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 3, 2017)

Filed May 3, 2017For Securities:AWK

Summary

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) filed an 8-K on May 3, 2017, to report its first quarter financial results for the period ended March 31, 2017. The primary purpose of this filing was to incorporate by reference a press release detailing these results. Investors should note that the information furnished in this report, including the press release, is not considered "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, meaning it does not carry the same legal implications as a formally filed document unless specifically incorporated into a future filing. This distinction is important for understanding the context and legal weight of the disclosed financial information. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial data, it directs investors to the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific performance metrics and operational updates for the first quarter of 2017. Investors interested in AWK's performance should refer to this press release for details on earnings, revenue, and any management commentary regarding the company's financial condition and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1AWK filed an 8-K on May 3, 2017, to disclose first quarter 2017 financial results.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference a press release (Exhibit 99.1) containing the financial results.
  • 3This 8-K filing primarily serves to announce and provide access to the Q1 2017 earnings release.
  • 4Information furnished in this 8-K is not deemed "filed" for Section 18 purposes, implying a less stringent legal standard.
  • 5Investors need to consult Exhibit 99.1 (the press release) for specific financial data and performance details for Q1 2017.
  • 6The filing does not include extensive details within the 8-K form itself, directing readers to the attached press release.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to American Water Works Company, Inc.'s financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017, through an incorporated press release (Exhibit 99.1).

Detailed financial results for the first quarter of 2017 are available in the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is furnished with this 8-K filing. You will need to refer to that document for specific figures and commentary.

When information is "furnished" as opposed to "filed" in an 8-K, it generally means it is provided to the SEC for public dissemination but does not carry the same legal liability under Section 18 of the Exchange Act as formally "filed" documents. This means investors should be cautious about relying on it for purposes of securities law claims unless it is later incorporated into a filing where it is expressly deemed "filed."

This specific 8-K filing only serves to announce the Q1 2017 results via press release. Any forward-looking statements or guidance would be contained within that incorporated press release (Exhibit 99.1), not within the 8-K form itself.