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Public utility finance

In: Public Utilities, Second Edition

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The public utilities finance function requires decision-making in at least four principal areas: (1) capital structure, which refers to the ratio of debt to equity in the financing of the organization; (2) the operating expense and investment structure, which are influenced by the regulatory environment; together, these heavily influence the utility’s allowed return on investment; (3) the acquisition and cost of capital, which are shaped by the financial strength of the utility; and (4) working capital requirements. Traditionally, service revenues were sufficient to cover operating costs on a pay-as-you-go basis, while capital improvements were financed through borrowing or grants. For publicly owned utilities, the traditional structure is changing, however. Fewer federal or state grants are available and loans are very hard to come by. This chapter discusses the need for rate increases to fund operations and capital improvements.

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  • ., 2016. "Public utility finance," Chapters, in: Public Utilities, Second Edition, chapter 9, pages 175-197, Edward Elgar Publishing.
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    1. Daniela PIRVU & Carmen Mihaela MOGOIU & Claudia STANCIU-TOLEA, 2017. "Taxation Of Personal Incomes In Romania: Present And Perspectives," Scientific Bulletin - Economic Sciences, University of Pitesti, vol. 16(1), pages 45-52.

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