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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 19, 2019)

Filed February 19, 2019For Securities:AWK

Summary

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) filed an 8-K on February 19, 2019, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2018. The report primarily incorporates by reference a press release containing these financial details. Investors should refer to the provided press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specific figures and commentary regarding the company's performance during this period. The filing itself does not contain the detailed financial statements but rather directs stakeholders to the supplemental information released concurrently. While the 8-K itself is brief, the attached press release is crucial for understanding AWK's operational and financial condition as of the end of 2018. This includes key metrics such as revenue, earnings per share, and any forward-looking statements or guidance the company may have provided. Investors should pay close attention to the year-over-year comparisons and any management commentary on trends, challenges, and strategic initiatives outlined in the press release.

Key Highlights

  • 1AWK filed an 8-K on February 19, 2019, to announce its Q4 and full-year 2018 financial results.
  • 2The core information is contained within an accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 3The filing incorporates the press release by reference, making it essential reading for investors.
  • 4This report provides a snapshot of the company's financial performance as of December 31, 2018.
  • 5Investors need to consult Exhibit 99.1 for detailed financial figures and management commentary.
  • 6Information furnished in this report is not deemed 'filed' under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, unless expressly stated otherwise in future filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to American Water Works Company, Inc.'s (AWK) financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2018. It incorporates by reference a press release that contains the detailed financial information.

The detailed financial results are located in the press release dated February 19, 2019, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing. Investors should refer to this exhibit for specific revenue, earnings, and other financial performance metrics.

No, this 8-K filing itself does not include new financial statements. Instead, it references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) that contains the company's financial results for the period.

The information being 'furnished' means it is being provided to the SEC but generally does not carry the same legal implications or liability as information that is 'filed' under certain sections of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (like Section 18), unless explicitly incorporated into a filed document later.