State regulators ordered Southern California Edison to identify fire risks on its unused transmission lines like the ...

Discover how monopolistic markets like utilities function in the U.S. Learn about the historical and modern monopolies that shape today's economy and prices.

Utilities stocks appeal to investors for a few different reasons. They are considered defensive investments, as demand for electricity, water, and gas remains stable regardless of economic conditions.

New data has revealed which states have to pay the most, and least, for utility bills, showing the significant amount households have to pay to cover the costs. According to the third-party bill ...

Amazon.com Inc. alleges that a Berkshire Hathaway Inc.-owned utility in Oregon is failing to provide sufficient power for four new data center facilities, highlighting the strain rapid expansion of ...

Over the past year, Suzann Hernandez and Camilo Aguirre have put a lot of effort into lowering their energy bill. Beyond simple solutions like turning off lights or closing doors when either the heat ...

While extending its tentacles elsewhere, private equity has mostly stayed away from electric utilities because they often don’t yield quick returns. A BlackRock subsidiary’s campaign to take over a ...

Natural monopolies occur in industries that require large upfront investments and have other barriers to entry. When consumers get their utility bills every month, it’s not always clear why energy ...

A North Carolina orchard has rolled out an impressive renewable energy system, according to Solar Power World. Deal Orchards is a third-generation orchard based in the Brushy Mountains in the ...