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As TXU (TXU Quote) heads to the world of private companies, the utility space will likely be re-energized by talk of more deals, either in private-equity buyouts or public-company mergers.
Such chatter will inevitably occur today, and given the industry's stable nature, the "what-if" exercise is worth considering. However, the complexities of the electric power business make big deals challenging, if not downright difficult.
Regulation
Utilities have a great profile for private-equity firms: stable cash flow, predictable demand and a captive customer base, to name just three. But they also entail a significant amount of regulatory risk. ...
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