American Water Works Q3 Profit Shrinks - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - American Water Works Co., Inc. (AWK) Wednesday reported third-quarter profit of $150.67 million or $0.84 per share, down from $153.81 million or $0.86 per share in the same period last year.

On average, 15 analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected the company to earn $0.85 per share for the quarter. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.

Revenues dropped to $829.20 million from $831.82 million last year. Analysts expected revenues of $854.35 million.

Looking ahead, the company has narrowed its full-year earnings guidance toa new range of $2.17 to $2.22 per share. Analysts currently expect full-year earnings of $2.18 per share.