Regulation
Utility Stocks and Politics
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Roger S. Conrad on
Jun. 20, 2016
The upcoming election season is heating up, but overheated valuations are a bigger concern for investors in utility stocks.
Politics and Utilities
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Roger S. Conrad on
Oct. 27, 2014
Gubernatorial races are of paramount importance for utilities because governors appoint regulators in most states. Here's a quick roundup of what's at stake.
EPA’s Crackdown on CO2 Emissions: An Indecent Proposal?
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Roger S. Conrad on
Jul. 6, 2014
The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed rules on carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions create dange and opportunities for investors in utility stocks.
Energy Investing: It Pays to be in the Know
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Roger S. Conrad on
Jun. 16, 2014
Now more than ever, investors looking to profit from the US energy boom must also pay attention to regulatory and legislative developments in Washington.
Electric Utilities: Eyes on Washington
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Roger S. Conrad on
Sep. 21, 2013
The Environmental Protection Agency's ongoing crackdown on carbon dioxide emissions from coal-fired power plants continues to dominate the headlines. But investors shouldn't overlook the importance of utility-regulator relations at the state and local level.
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