Avista Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions About AVA

What does AVA invest in?

Avista Corporation operates as an energy utility, conducting business through its various subsidiaries. Its operations are divided into two primary segments: Avista Utilities and AEL&P. The Avista Utilities division is responsible for electric distribution and transmission, as well as natural gas distribution services, across parts of eastern Washington and northern Idaho. It also delivers natural gas services to areas of northeastern and southwestern Oregon. Additionally, this segment generates electricity in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana, and engages in the wholesale buying and selling of electricity and natural gas. The AEL&P segment, conversely, supplies electrical services to approximately 17,400 customers located in the city and borough of Juneau, Alaska. The company generates its electricity from hydroelectric, thermal, and wind power sources. As of February 23, 2022, Avista was serving 406,000 electric customers and 372,000 natural gas customers. Beyond its core utility business, the company also makes investments in venture funds, real estate, and other diverse ventures. Avista Corporation was established in 1889 and is headquartered in Spokane, Washington.

What is the expense ratio of AVA?

An expense ratio for Avista Corporation (AVA) is not available from our data sources — neither our market-data feed nor the SEC's structured prospectus and annual-report datasets report one for this share class. The fund's prospectus on the issuer's site carries the authoritative fee.

How big is AVA?

Avista Corporation (AVA) manages $3.50B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is AVA actively managed or an index fund?

AVA's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was AVA launched?

Avista Corporation (AVA) launched in May 1981 and is managed by the fund issuer.

How has AVA performed?

AVA's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.