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American States Water Company (NYSE: AWR) generates regular news flow as a regulated utilities holding company with water, electric and contracted services operations. Its updates often center on decisions by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), earnings results by business segment and developments in its long-term contracts serving U.S. military installations.
News about the water utility segment, operated by Golden State Water Company, frequently covers CPUC general rate case decisions, step rate increases and changes to revenue and cost balancing mechanisms such as the Monterey-style Water Revenue Adjustment Mechanism and incremental cost balancing accounts. Releases also describe authorizations to provide water service to new planned communities in California and CPUC approvals of capital investment programs.
Coverage of the electric utility segment, Bear Valley Electric Service, Inc., includes CPUC decisions on multi-year rate cases, new rates that support wildfire mitigation plans and vegetation management, and the impact of these regulatory outcomes on segment earnings. These items help investors track how regulatory changes affect revenue and cost recovery at the electric utility.
The contracted services segment, operated by American States Utility Services, Inc., appears in news related to construction activity on military bases, management fee revenues, economic price adjustments and the expected earnings contribution of this business under its long-term contracts with the U.S. government. Company releases also highlight awards of additional construction projects tied to these contracts.
Investors following AWR news will also see regular announcements of quarterly and annual dividends, including details on dividend increases and the company’s long record of consecutive annual dividend growth. Earnings releases provide segment-level diluted earnings per share information and commentary on factors such as new rates, capital investments, water supply costs and non-GAAP measures used by management. This news page aggregates these items so readers can review regulatory developments, financial performance and dividend actions affecting AWR over time.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) announced plans to release its first quarter financial results for the period ending March 31, 2022, after market close on May 2, 2022. A conference call will be held on May 3, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (11:00 a.m. Pacific Time) to discuss the results, featuring CEO Robert Sprowls and CFO Eva Tang. The call will include a Q&A session and will be accessible via the company's website. American States Water has consistently paid dividends for over 90 years, increasing payouts for 67 consecutive years.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) reported a 9.4% increase in consolidated diluted earnings per share (EPS) for 2021, totaling $2.55 compared to $2.33 in 2020. The fourth quarter results showed a slight rise in EPS to $0.55 from $0.54 year-over-year. Gains on investments for retirement plans contributed $4.3 million or $0.08 per share. However, operating expenses increased by $3.1 million, affecting profitability. The company continues to pay dividends, maintaining a 67-year streak of annual increases, with a current policy targeting a compound growth rate of over 7%.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) plans to release its fourth quarter and year-end financial results for 2021 after market close on February 22, 2022. A conference call will be held by CEO Robert Sprowls and CFO Eva Tang on February 23, 2022, at 2:00 PM ET to discuss the results, featuring a Q&A session. The call will be accessible online at www.aswater.com and archived for replay from February 23 at 5:00 PM ET until March 2, 2022. AWR has a history of paying increasing dividends for 67 consecutive years, serving over one million customers across nine states.
On February 1, 2022, American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.365 per share, marking its 343rd consecutive payment. The company has increased its dividend for 67 years, showcasing a commitment to shareholder returns. The current policy aims for a long-term compound annual growth rate of over 7% in dividends, with an impressive nearly 10% growth from 2011 to 2021. Dividends are payable on March 1, 2022, to shareholders of record by February 15, 2022.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) announced a joint settlement motion with the Public Advocates Office regarding its water utility general rate case. Filed on November 23, 2021, this agreement relates to rates for 2022-2024. The settlement could allow GSWC to invest approximately $416.6 million in infrastructure, leading to an annual revenue increase of $20.6 million for 2022. Additional revenue increases of about $13 million are possible for 2023 and 2024, subject to inflation indices. Three issues remain unresolved, including requests for balancing accounts.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) reported a 5.6% increase in third-quarter diluted EPS to $0.76, compared to $0.72 in 2020. Adjusted EPS rose 8.6% year-over-year. Year-to-date, EPS increased 11.7% to $2.00. The water segment saw earnings rise to $0.62 per share due to higher operating revenues from revised rates, offset by increased operating expenses. The company declared a $0.365 dividend per share, continuing its streak of increased dividends for 67 years. A general rate case for 2022-2024 is pending approval.
On October 26, 2021, American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.365 per share, marking its 342nd consecutive dividend payment. This achievement illustrates the company's commitment to shareholder returns, as it has increased its annual dividend for 67 consecutive years. The firm aims for a long-term compound annual growth rate of over 7% for dividends, achieving nearly 10% from 2011 to 2021. The dividend will be payable on December 1, 2021, to shareholders recorded by November 15, 2021.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) is set to release its third quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2021, after market hours on November 1, 2021. A conference call led by CEO Robert Sprowls and CFO Eva Tang will take place on November 2, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. ET, including a Q&A session. The call can be accessed live via www.aswater.com and will be archived for later listening starting at 5:00 p.m. ET the same day, available until November 9, 2021.
American States Water Company (AWR) reported Q2 2021 earnings per share (EPS) of $0.72, up from $0.69 in Q2 2020. This included $1.6 million in investment gains. Adjusted EPS increased by 7.8% year-over-year, mainly from a $3.2 million rise in water gross margin due to new rates from the CPUC. Year-to-date, EPS reached $1.24, a 15.9% rise compared to $1.07 in 2020. AWR announced a 9% dividend increase, marking its 67th consecutive year of rising dividends. The company aims for over a 7% long-term dividend growth rate.
American States Water Company (NYSE:AWR) announced a dividend increase from $0.335 to $0.365 per share, effective September 1, 2021, marking a 9% rise in the annualized dividend rate to $1.46. This is the 341st consecutive dividend payment, reflecting a consistent 67-year record of annual increases. The company aims for a compound annual growth rate of over 7% in dividends, having achieved nearly 10% from 2011 to 2021. The Board's decision reinforces their commitment to sustainable earnings and shareholder returns.
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