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Regulatory Assets Explained: How Utilities Defer Costs, Stabilize Rates, and Protect Long-Term Financial Health
Public utilities operate within a unique financial environment shaped by regulation, long-term infrastructure needs, and unpredictable operating costs. To keep services reliable and affordable, regulators allow these companies to treat certain expenses differently from ordinary businesses. One of the most important tools for achieving this is the concept of regulatory assets. These assets enable utilities…