Core Insights - American States Water Company (AWR) reported third-quarter 2025 operating earnings per share (EPS) of $1.06, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.01 by 4.95%, and up from 95 cents in the same quarter last year [1][10] AWR's Total Revenues - Total operating revenues reached $182.72 million, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $178 million by 2.65%, and reflecting a 12.9% increase from $161.78 million in the prior-year period [2][10] Highlights of AWR's Q3 Release - Operating expenses totaled $121 million, a 13.4% increase from $106.7 million in the year-ago quarter, driven by higher costs in water purchases, power purchases for resale, administrative expenses, maintenance, and ASUS construction [3] - Operating income was $61.7 million, up 11.9% from $55.1 million in the corresponding period of 2024 [3][10] Interest Expenses and Income - Interest expenses amounted to $11.7 million, down 13.4% year over year due to decreased average borrowing levels and interest rates, despite a decline in interest income from regulatory assets [4] - Interest income totaled $1.1 million compared to $1.7 million in the year-ago quarter [4] Regulatory Approvals and Growth - AWR's regulated water utility received CPUC approval to provide water services to a new planned community, expected to serve up to 3,800 customer connections over the next five years, with potential for 17,500 total dwelling units at full buildout over 20+ years [5] Segmental Details - Earnings from the Water segment were 86 cents per share, up 2.38% from 84 cents a year ago, attributed to new CPUC-authorized rate increases effective January 1, 2025 [6] - EPS from the Electric segment was 4 cents, an increase of 2 cents from the previous year, driven by higher revenues from new rates implemented in 2025 [7] - EPS from the Contracted Services segment was 19 cents, up 8 cents from the year-ago quarter [7] Financial Update - As of September 30, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled $26.1 million, down from $26.7 million as of December 31, 2024 [11] - Long-term debt amounted to $790.3 million compared to $640.4 million as of December 31, 2024 [11] - Cash provided by operating activities in the first nine months of 2025 totaled $202.1 million, up from $134.2 million in the year-ago period [11] Guidance - AWR's regulated utilities are authorized to spend nearly $650 million in capital investments, targeting to invest $180 to $210 million in 2025 [12] - The contracted services business is expected to contribute 59 cents to 63 cents per share for the whole year [12] Zacks Rank - American States Water currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) [13]

Financial Performance - The York Water Company reported third quarter operating revenues of $20,361,000, an increase of $646,000 compared to Q3 2024 [2] - Net income for the third quarter was $6,201,000, up by $338,000 from the same period last year [2] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the third quarter were $0.43, an increase of $0.02 year-over-year [2] - For the first nine months of 2025, operating revenues reached $58,016,000, a rise of $1,923,000 compared to the same period in 2024 [3] - Net income for the first nine months was $14,891,000, a decrease of $292,000 from the previous year [3] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for the nine-month period were $1.03, down by $0.03 compared to 2024 [3] Revenue Drivers - Revenue growth was primarily driven by an increase in the customer base and revenues from the Distribution System Improvement Charge (DSIC) [2][3] - The DSIC is a charge allowed by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the replacement of aging infrastructure [2] Expenses and Taxation - Income taxes decreased due to higher deductions from IRS tangible property regulations [2][3] - Increased revenues and lower income taxes were offset by higher operation and maintenance expenses, depreciation, higher interest on debt, and lower allowance for funds used during construction (AFUDC) [2][3] Capital Investments - The company invested $37.1 million in capital projects during the first nine months of 2025, focusing on main extensions, software upgrades, and infrastructure improvements [4] - An additional investment of $10.0 million is estimated for 2025, excluding acquisitions, for further main extensions and routine improvements [4]

Q3 2025 Performance - Organic sales increased by 9% due to favorable pricing, pull-forward demand, and volume[5, 10, 32] - Adjusted operating margin expanded by 140 bps to 18.5%[5, 11, 12, 35] - Adjusted EPS increased by 23% from $2.03 to $2.50[13, 14] - Free cash flow increased by 6% from $204 million to $216 million[15, 16] Segment Performance - Americas sales increased organically by 13%, with acquisitions adding $11 million, reaching $464 million[19] - Europe sales decreased organically by 2%, but benefited from a $7 million FX impact, totaling $112 million[19] - APMEA sales remained flat organically at $36 million[19] - Americas adjusted operating margin increased by 180 bps to 23.7%[19] - Europe adjusted operating margin increased by 160 bps to 12.2%[19] - APMEA adjusted operating margin increased by 90 bps to 19.4%[19] Full Year 2025 Outlook - The company raised its full-year reported sales growth outlook to +7% to +8%, with organic growth of +4% to +5%[6, 20, 43] - The company raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA margin outlook to 21.5% to 21.6%, an increase of +140 bps to +150 bps[6, 20]

Core Insights - Jacobs has been awarded a nine-year contract by JXN Water to operate and maintain the wastewater infrastructure of Jackson, Mississippi, marking a significant expansion of its role in the city's water systems [1][2]. Group 1: Contract Details - The agreement includes the operation and maintenance of Jackson's three wastewater treatment plants and 99 pump stations, leveraging Jacobs' proven track record in enhancing the city's water system [2]. - This contract is an amendment to Jacobs' existing water services contract, indicating a deepening partnership with JXN Water [1]. Group 2: Company Commitment and Strategy - Jacobs aims to stabilize and upgrade Jackson's water infrastructure, which has faced challenges due to aging systems and limited investment, by implementing a strategic improvement plan focused on restoring system reliability [3]. - The company plans to invest in workforce development by transitioning existing staff and supporting certification programs to address the shortage of qualified operators [3]. Group 3: Recognition and Expansion - Jacobs' work with JXN Water has gained global recognition, with JXN Water nominated for Public Water Agency of the Year at the 2025 Global Water Awards [4]. - The company has also expanded its water and wastewater utility operations in the South Central and Southeastern U.S., including contract extensions in various locations [4]. Group 4: Financial Overview - Jacobs reported approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and employs nearly 45,000 people, providing end-to-end services across multiple sectors, including water [5].

Core Insights - American States Water Company reported basic and fully diluted earnings per share of $1.06 for Q3 2025, an increase of $0.11 from $0.95 in Q3 2024, driven by higher construction activities and increased earnings in contracted services, water, and electric segments [1] Financial Performance - Earnings per share for Q3 2025: $1.06 - Earnings per share for Q3 2024: $0.95 - Increase in earnings per share: $0.11 [1]

Core Insights - Essential Utilities Inc. reported third-quarter 2025 operating earnings per share (EPS) of 33 cents, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 27 cents by 22.2% and reflecting a 32% year-over-year increase driven by rate increases across both business segments [1][8] - Operating revenues reached $476.97 million, slightly missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.06%, but showing a 9.6% year-over-year growth primarily due to increased rates [2][8] - The company announced a merger with American Water Works Company, creating a leading regulated U.S. water and wastewater utility with a pro forma market capitalization of approximately $40 billion [7][8] Revenue and Segment Performance - The regulated water segment generated revenues of $364.1 million, an 8.8% increase from $334.5 million in the third quarter of 2024, driven by higher water and wastewater rates [3] - The regulated natural gas segment reported revenues of $108.5 million, marking a 12.1% increase from $96.7 million in the same quarter last year, also primarily due to increased rates [3] Financial Highlights - Operating income totaled $169.8 million, up 9.5% year over year, while operation and maintenance expenses rose 6.0% to $153.1 million due to increased employee-related costs and other operational expenses [4] - Interest expenses increased by 7.0% to $82.3 million from $76.8 million in the prior-year quarter [5] - Current assets amounted to $433.6 million as of September 30, 2025, down from $485.9 million as of December 31, 2024, while long-term debt rose to $7.69 billion [9] Future Outlook and Guidance - The company reaffirmed its 2025 EPS guidance in the range of $2.07-$2.11, with a long-term annual earnings growth forecast of 5-7% through 2027 [10] - Essential Utilities plans to invest $1.4-$1.5 billion in infrastructure in 2025 and approximately $7.8 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance water and natural gas systems [11]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Northwest Natural Holdings reported a loss of $0.73 per share for Q3 2025, relatively unchanged from a loss of $0.71 per share in Q3 2024 [18] - Adjusted earnings per share increased to $1.52 year-to-date in 2025, compared to $0.88 for the same period in 2024, reflecting strong earnings across all business segments [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The gas utility segment's earnings per share improved slightly, while Sea Energy contributed an additional $0.04 of earnings per share for Q3 2025 compared to the same period last year [18] - The water segment's earnings per share increased by $0.04, driven by new rates at the largest water utility in Arizona and additional revenues from ICH Utilities [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The combined utility customer growth rate was 10.9% for the 12 months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to gas utility acquisitions in Texas [6] - Northwest Natural Water's customer base grew at a rate of 4.1%, including three small acquisitions, with organic growth at 2.4% [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on expanding its customer base, investing in systems, and achieving operational excellence through cost efficiency [5] - A robust long-term capital plan is in place, reaffirming a long-term earnings growth rate of 4%-6% [6] - The company is prioritizing organic growth while also looking for tuck-in acquisition opportunities, particularly in fragmented markets like Texas [25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in executing against the 2025 plan and achieving results above the midpoint of the adjusted earnings range of $2.75 to $2.95 per share [6][20] - The company is well-positioned to meet regional energy needs through investments in long-duration assets like the Mist storage facility [11] Other Important Information - The board approved a dividend increase, marking the 70th consecutive year of annual dividend increases [6] - The company has liquidity of approximately $437 million as of September 30, 2025, with no material debt maturities in 2025 [21][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Lower equity requirement for 2025 - Management indicated that the lower equity requirement is due to better cash flow generation and reassessment of capital structure throughout the year [24] Question: Additional tuck-in opportunities in Texas - Management noted that while tuck-in opportunities exist, the focus is currently on organic growth, particularly in Texas, Arizona, and Idaho [25] Question: Change in rate case timing in Oregon - Management mentioned that the Oregon commission is exploring multi-year planning, which could be beneficial for future rate cases [27][28] Question: Status of hydrogen pilot projects - Management confirmed that hydrogen blending tests have been successful, but broader hydrogen production projects are uncertain due to funding reallocations [29][30]

Financial Performance - Adjusted EPS for YTD Q3 2025 was $1.52, compared to $0.88 for the same period in the prior year[15, 24] - The company expects results to be above the midpoint of the 2025 adjusted EPS range of $2.75 - $2.95[15, 33] - NWN Gas Utility EPS increased by $0.58 YTD, primarily due to new rates in Oregon[28] - SiEnergy Gas Utility EPS increased by $0.20 YTD, reflecting the first year of results after acquisitions[28] - NWN Water Utility EPS increased by $0.14 YTD, mainly due to new rates in Arizona and earnings from acquired utilities[28] Growth and Investment - Over $330 million was invested in gas and water systems in the first nine months of 2025[15] - Over 95,000 gas and water utility connections were added in the last 12 months, representing a combined growth rate of 10.9%[15] - The company reaffirmed a long-term EPS growth target of 4% - 6% from the midpoint of the 2025 adjusted EPS guidance range[15, 33] Strategic Initiatives - The Oregon general rate case resulted in a $20.7 million revenue requirement increase and a 9.5% ROE[16] - A multi-year general rate case request in Washington provides a total $42.4 million revenue requirement increase over three years and a 10.2% ROE starting in year 2[16]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported GAAP earnings per share of $0.33, a 32% increase year-over-year [5] - Revenues increased by 9.6%, from $435.3 million to $477 million, driven primarily by rate increases [14][15] - The company expects to achieve GAAP earnings per share above the guidance range of $2.07-$2.11 due to non-recurring benefits [6][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Both water and natural gas businesses performed well, contributing to the overall growth [5] - Water business revenue increased by approximately $27.9 million, while natural gas revenue increased by $6.3 million [15] - The natural gas division has successfully installed over 60,000 Intellis gas meters, exceeding its 2025 goal [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The combined entity from the merger with American Water will serve over 5 million connections across 17 states [3] - The company is well-positioned in a fragmented water industry, with 85% being municipal [4] - The company is actively pursuing opportunities in states like Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, and Virginia, which are attractive for data center development [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The merger with American Water is seen as a transformational opportunity to create a leading water and wastewater utility [3] - The company aims to achieve a compounded annual growth rate of 8% for its combined utility rate base, with water expected to grow at 6% and natural gas at 11% [21][22] - The company is committed to infrastructure investments, targeting approximately $1.4 billion for 2025 [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to deliver consistent growth despite economic fluctuations [21] - The company is focused on addressing infrastructure investment needs, particularly in aging water and wastewater systems [4] - Management highlighted the importance of sustainability and responsible business practices as foundational to the company's operations [8] Other Important Information - The company has made a $26 million investment in a data center project in Greene County, Pennsylvania, which includes plans for an 18 million-gallon-per-day water treatment plant [10][11] - The company is in discussions with data center developers representing over 5 gigawatts of power demand [12] - The company has adjusted its expectation for 2025 equity raises from $315 million to $350 million, largely due to the data center project [22] Summary of Q&A Session - No questions were taken during this earnings call, and the company will return to its normal Q&A process for the year-end call in February 2026 [24]

Core Insights - Pure Cycle Corporation will release its financial results for the year ended August 31, 2025, on November 12, 2025, followed by an earnings presentation on November 13, 2025 [1][2] Company Overview - Pure Cycle operates as an innovative and vertically integrated wholesale water and wastewater service provider, with three distinct business segments that complement each other [3] - The company launched its land development segment in 2017, focusing on developing master-planned communities where it provides water and wastewater services [3] - In 2021, Pure Cycle introduced a rental business for single-family homes at Sky Ranch, which generates long-term recurring revenues and supports its land development operations [3]