Avista Q3 Profit Rises - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - Avista Corp. (AVA) reported third-quarter net income attributable to shareholders of $11.4 million, or $0.19 per share, compared to $5.8 million, or $0.10 per share, last year.

On average, three analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected the company to report profit per share of $0.15 for the quarter. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.

Operating revenues decreased to $335.87 million, from $340.63 million, a year ago.

The company initiated its 2014 earnings guidance with a consolidated range of $1.77 to $1.97. Analysts expect the company to report fiscal 2014 profit per share of $1.85.