States target utility profit margins as customer affordability pressures mount

Regulators in multiple states are moving to lower utilities' allowed return on equity amid rising consumer costs, with Maryland's Pepco rate case emerging as a bellwether for the industry.

First covered Jul 27, 2026 · 9:09 AM PT · 1 article

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4h Utility Dive Utility profits in the crosshairs amid affordability concerns — States are beginning to take action targeting utilities’ return on equity. Industry observers are watching closely Pepco’s rate case in Maryland, where the…

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Appeared in: 2026-07-27 (#2)

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