Conquering the consolidation curve

Article Abstract:

The recent mergers and acquisitions in electric utilities are discussed. Major mergers that are announced include MidAmerican corp.'s acquisition of PacifiCorp., Exelon's acquisition of PSEG and Duke's acquisition of Cinergy. The benefits from such mergers are also discussed.

Acquisitions & mergers, Analysis, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Company acquisition/merger

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Into the wind

Article Abstract:

A Black & Veatch executive survey on long-term infrastructure shows that public utilities' major concerns are capacity generation, aging infrastructures and service reliabiity. The shareholder-owned utility industry's concerns are discussed in detail.

Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities, Facilities & equipment, Energy Information Admin, Evaluation, Surveys, Buildings and facilities, Powers and duties, North American Electric Reliability Council, United States. Energy Information Administration, Product reliability

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M&A, on a smaller scale

Article Abstract:

According to survey respondents, M&A activities should improve by the next two years. There are chances that they may level out or stabilize within five years.

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