Discusses the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)—a key factor in determining regulated utilities’ return on assets for the purposes of setting prices. Outlines current position in NSW and other jurisdictions. Discusses whether the rate of return should be determined as a post- or pre-tax; whether the tax rate should be based on the statutory or an effective rate; and appropriate assumptions for other WACC parameters.
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