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American Water Works Company, Inc. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Apr 8, 2021)

Reports
Other Events·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed April 8, 2021
Period End
April 7, 2021
Security
AWK
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K211

AWK filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 211 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

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  3. Leadership change8-K · May ’22May ’22
  4. Leadership change8-K · May ’26May ’26

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed April 8, 2021. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) announced a significant positive development for its Missouri operations on April 8, 2021, through an 8-K filing.

The Missouri Public Service Commission (MPSC) has unanimously approved a general rate case settlement for its subsidiary, Missouri-American Water Company. This approval allows for an increase in annualized water and wastewater revenues by $21.8 milliona, excluding tax-related revenue reductions passed on to customers. This rate increase is a key driver for revenue growth and improved profitability for the Missouri segment of American Water Works.

The new rates are expected to be implemented by May 31, 2021, providing a tangible impact on the company's financial performance in the near term. Investors should view this as a successful resolution of a critical regulatory proceeding that supports the company's ability to invest in its infrastructure and deliver consistent returns.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. Missouri Public Service Commission (MPSC) unanimously approved a general rate case settlement for Missouri-American Water Company.
  2. The settlement allows for an increase of $21.8 million in annualized water and wastewater revenues for the Missouri subsidiary.
  3. This revenue increase excludes reductions related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which are passed back to customers.
  4. The approved new water and wastewater rates are expected to be effective by May 31, 2021.
  5. The agreement was settled with all parties involved in the rate case, indicating broad stakeholder acceptance.
  6. This regulatory approval is crucial for the financial health and future investment capacity of American Water Works' Missouri operations.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the primary impact of the MPSC order on American Water Works?

    The primary impact is an authorized increase of $21.8 million in annualized water and wastewater revenues for its Missouri subsidiary, Missouri-American Water Company. This will improve the subsidiary's financial performance and support its infrastructure investments.

  2. When will these new rates take effect?

    The new water and wastewater rates approved by the MPSC are expected to be implemented and take effect by May 31, 2021.

  3. Does the $21.8 million revenue increase account for tax savings?

    No, the $21.8 million figure specifically excludes a reduction in revenues that is being passed back to customers as a result of tax savings from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

  4. Was this rate increase contentious or widely agreed upon?

    The filing indicates that the agreement was entered into or not objected to by all the parties to the general rate case, suggesting a widely accepted settlement rather than a contentious dispute.

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