For its fourth fiscal quarter (ending December 31), Avista Corp (NYSE: AVA) has reported a -22% decline in E.P.S. from $1.08 a year ago to $0.84 in the current quarter. E.P.S. were $2.29 for the latest four quarters through December 31 versus $2.24 for the same period a year ago — an increase of 2%.
Recent Price Action
On 2/26/25, Avista Corp (NYSE: AVA) stock enjoyed a large increase of 3.3%, closing at $39.91. Moreover, trading volume in this advance was exceptionally high at 216% of normal. The stock has performed in line with the market over the last nine months and has risen 7.5% during the last week.
Current PriceTarget Research Rating
Avista has a current Value Trend Rating of B (Positive). This rating combines inconsistent signals from two proprietary PTR measures of a stock's attractiveness. Avista has a neutral Power Rating of 56 but a good Appreciation Score of 72, leading to the Positive Value Trend Rating.
Rating Review
In light of this new information we are reviewing our current Overall Rating of B. This review will be completed in the next several days.