American Water Works Company, Inc. - 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K was filed on December 15, 2016, by American Water Works Company, Inc. The filing serves as a Regulation FD disclosure regarding the Company's 2016 Investor Conference held in New York, New York, and the issuance of a press release on the same date.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are referenced as being contained within the attached exhibits (Investor Conference Presentation and Press Release) but are not detailed in the body of this 8-K report.
Material Changes and Guidance
- 2017 Guidance: The Company issued earnings per share (EPS) guidance for the 2017 fiscal year.
- 2016 Reaffirmation: The Company reaffirmed its adjusted earnings per share range for the 2016 fiscal year.
- Disclosure Method: The specific numerical targets for the 2017 guidance and the 2016 range are not listed in the filing text; they are located in Exhibit 99.2 (Press Release).
Risks and Contingencies
The filing includes a standard disclaimer stating that the information furnished, including the exhibits, shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor incorporated by reference into other filings unless expressly stated.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Review Exhibit 99.2 (Press Release) for the specific 2017 EPS guidance numbers.
- Review Exhibit 99.2 for the reaffirmed 2016 adjusted EPS range.
- Examine Exhibit 99.1 (Investor Conference Presentation) for detailed financial performance data and strategic context.
- Verify the date of the press release to ensure alignment with the December 15, 2016, reporting date.