PUCT Approves Rate Increase for Southwestern Public Service Company

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The PUCT approved a settlement allowing for a base rate increase of $65 million, effective back to July 13, 2023, with an interim rate effective from February 1, 2024. The settlement also includes terms such as a 9.55% return on equity, a 54.51% equity ratio, and a 7.11% weighted average cost of capital. The approval was unanimous and without modification.

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