Profit Regulation

Fair Rate of Return
The fair rate of return is a level of profit that a public utility is allowed to earn as determined by federal and/or state regulators. Public utility commissions set this rate based on the utility's needs to maintain service to its customers, pay adequate dividends to shareholders, and maintain and expand plant and equipment.

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