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California Water Service Group Third Quarter 2024 Earnings: Revenues Beat Expectations, EPS Lags
California Water Service Group (NYSE:CWT) Third Quarter 2024 Results
Key Financial Results
- Revenue: US$299.6m (up 18% from 3Q 2023).
- Net income: US$60.7m (up 76% from 3Q 2023).
- Profit margin: 20% (up from 14% in 3Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue.
- EPS: US$1.03 (up from US$0.60 in 3Q 2023).
All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period
California Water Service Group Revenues Beat Expectations, EPS Falls Short
Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 3.5%. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 1.6%.
Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow 1.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.6% growth forecast for the Water Utilities industry in the US.
Performance of the American Water Utilities industry.
The company's share price is broadly unchanged from a week ago.
Risk Analysis
Don't forget that there may still be risks. For instance, we've identified 3 warning signs for California Water Service Group (1 is a bit concerning) you should be aware of.
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About NYSE:CWT
California Water Service Group
Through its subsidiaries, provides water utility and other related services in California, Washington, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Texas.
Solid track record average dividend payer.