American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) Q4 2008 Earnings Results

American WTR WKS Co Misses on EPS, Stock Down 3.7%

The earnings report indicates that American WTR WKS Co faced challenges in the fourth quarter, leading to a slight miss on EPS expectations. The stock reacted negatively, declining by 3.7%. Investors may be concerned about the company's ability to manage costs and maintain service quality in a tough economic environment.

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Actual vs. consensus

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.23	N/A	-9.09%

Management

Management commentary

Tone: Defensive

Management expressed concerns about the current economic climate impacting operations. They highlighted their commitment to service quality while navigating these challenges.

Management acknowledged the challenging economic environment.

They emphasized the importance of maintaining service quality despite cost pressures.

American WTR WKS Co Misses on EPS, Stock Down 3.7%

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American WTR WKS Co Misses on EPS, Stock Down 3.7%

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Management commentary