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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 30, 2019)

Filed October 30, 2019For Securities:AWK

Summary

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) filed an 8-K on October 30, 2019, to announce its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. The key event is the issuance of a press release detailing these results, which is incorporated by reference into the filing. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specifics of the company's performance, including revenue, earnings, and any forward-looking guidance provided for the remainder of 2019. While the 8-K itself is brief, its primary purpose is to officially furnish the market with the company's quarterly financial update. This includes information on operational performance, financial condition, and any significant developments that may have impacted the third quarter. The filing also specifies that the information furnished is not deemed "filed" under Section 18 of the Exchange Act, a standard disclaimer for 8-K attachments that are primarily informational.

Key Highlights

  • 1AWK announced its third-quarter 2019 financial results on October 30, 2019, via press release.
  • 2The press release, included as Exhibit 99.1, contains the detailed financial and operational performance for the quarter ended September 30, 2019.
  • 3Investors are directed to the press release for comprehensive information on earnings, revenue, and any management commentary.
  • 4The filing serves as the official vehicle for disseminating the quarterly financial update to the market.
  • 5Standard disclaimer language is included, clarifying that the furnished information is not considered 'filed' for certain legal purposes.
  • 6The report includes an interactive data file (XBRL) for enhanced data analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

The specific financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019, are detailed in the press release issued by American Water Works Company, Inc. on October 30, 2019, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

This 8-K filing is significant because it officially announces and incorporates by reference American Water Works' third-quarter 2019 financial results. It serves as the primary channel for investors to access the company's latest financial performance data and management commentary.

The 8-K filing itself does not explicitly list forward-looking guidance. However, the press release (Exhibit 99.1) that is incorporated by reference is expected to contain such information, including any updates to the company's financial outlook for the remainder of 2019.

This is a standard legal disclaimer. It means that while the information is being provided to the public, it is not subject to the same liability provisions under Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as if it were formally "filed" with the SEC in a registration statement or other mandated filing. However, the information must still be accurate and not misleading under other securities laws.