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What American States Water (AWR)'s Approved Deferral of Cost of Capital Means for Shareholders
On November 18, 2025, the California Public Utilities Commission approved American States Water Company’s request to defer the cost of capital application for its subsidiary, Golden State Water Company, by one year, keeping in place the current Water Cost of Capital Mechanism and a 7.93% authorized rate of return through December 31, 2027.
This extension ensures regulatory stability for the company, allowing for more predictable financial planning at a time when investor concerns about rate...