American Water-Essential Utilities merger clears US antitrust waiting period under HSR Act

Reuters2026/08/17 11:30

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American Water’s planned merger with Essential Utilities cleared a key U.S. antitrust waiting period that expired Aug. 14.
Deal timeline unchanged; closing still targeted by end of the first quarter of 2027, subject to remaining regulatory clearances.
State utility regulators in Kentucky, Ohio, Virginia have signed off; a settlement in principle has been reached in Texas.
Shareholders of both companies previously voted in favor of the transaction.

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American Water-Essential Utilities merger clears US antitrust waiting period under HSR Act

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