Avista (AVA) Makes Annual Rate Adjustment Filings With Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission

Group 1 - Avista Corporation (NYSE:AVA) is recognized as one of the best electric utility stocks to buy according to analysts [1] - The company filed for annual rate adjustments with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission, proposing an 8.6% decrease in natural gas rates and a 1.7% increase in electric rates [1] - Five electric adjustments were filed, aimed at changing overall electric revenues if approved [1] Group 2 - For the three months ended June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025), Avista reported an increase in electric utility margin due to general rate cases, customer growth, and non-decoupled load growth [2] - The company incurred a pre-tax expense of $9 million under the Energy Recovery Mechanism (ERM) in H1 2025, compared to $5 million in H1 2024 [2] - Avista expects its utilities to contribute between $2.43 and $2.61 per diluted share in 2025, driven by strong performance, cost management, and favorable regulatory outcomes [2]