Represents 2025 annual rate of $1.78 per share, pending continued Board approvalAKRON, Ohio, July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.445 per share of outstanding common stock payable September 1, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 7, 2025.Subject to continued Board approval, FirstEnergy expects to declare dividends totaling $1.78 per share in 2025. This compares to declared dividends of $1. ...

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Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the electricity distribution industry Core Insights - The operations concession model is presented as a viable alternative to full privatization, allowing for private sector efficiencies while retaining government ownership of assets [22][25] - The report emphasizes the importance of private sector participation (PSP) in improving operational performance and addressing challenges faced by state-owned utilities [15][20] - Case studies from Côte d'Ivoire and India illustrate the successful implementation of operations concessions, highlighting the model's adaptability to local contexts [58] Summary by Sections 1. Introduction - The report discusses the historical context of power sector reforms initiated in the 1990s, aimed at creating commercially viable utilities through restructuring and private sector involvement [13][14] 2. The Operations Concession Model in Electricity Distribution - The operations concession model allows a private concessionaire to manage electricity distribution while the public utility retains ownership and responsibility for power procurement [27] - A comparison of various private sector participation models indicates that operations concessions provide a balanced risk allocation between public and private sectors [40][41] 3. Case Studies: Existing Operations Concessions - Côte d'Ivoire's concession model evolved from a public utility to a private operator, demonstrating the effectiveness of the operations concession in managing electricity distribution [59][60] - India’s input-based distribution franchises serve as another example of successful operations concessions, showcasing the model's flexibility [58] 4. Structuring Options and Parameters for Operations Concessions - Key parameters for structuring operations concessions include setting performance targets, treatment of assets, and regulatory oversight [4][38] - The remuneration model for concessionaires typically includes compensation for operations and maintenance costs, with performance incentives linked to operational improvements [38][72] 5. Limitations and Extensions - The report notes that while operations concessions can improve efficiency, they should be part of a broader reform strategy to address systemic issues in the electricity sector [52][53]