Avista Corporation
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Daily timeframeAvista Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an electric and natural gas utility company in the United States. The $3.15B market capitalization puts AVA squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It operates through two segments, Avista Utilities and Alaska Electric Light and Power Company (AEL&P).
Market Cap
$3.15B
Beta
0.23
P/E (TTM)
13.58
P/E (Fwd)
13.49
EPS (TTM)
$2.77
EPS (Fwd)
$2.79
ROE
8.3%
ROA
2.7%
Cash
$25.0M
Total Debt
$3.38B
Free CF
-$235.1M
52W Change
3.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where AVA stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, AVA finished 6.55% below its 150-day moving average ($39.86) and 5.46% below its 200-day moving average ($39.40). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is AVA overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, AVA's RSI(14) was 39.6, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Avista Corporation carries $3.38B in total debt against $25.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 135.1x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$235.1M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 8.3%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 2.7% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $1.71B to $1.96B.
With a beta below 0.7, Avista Corporation typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing AVA's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.