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According to the ruling, Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) will achieve an annual electricity revenue increase of $59 million, while Kentucky Utilities Company (KU) will see an even higher annual revenue increase of $128 million. This decision will significantly enhance the cash flow levels of both energy companies and have a positive impact on the financial performance of their parent company, PPL. During the review, regulators balanced corporate investment returns with consumer affordability, and the final rate adjustment reflects recognition of the costs associated with infrastructure upgrades. Notably, this revenue adjustment will be implemented in phases to ease the payment burden on residential users. Energy analysts pointed out that this decision provides funding assurance for LG&E and KU’s grid modernization plans, helping to improve power supply reliability in their service areas.

ChainCatcher news, according to Golden Ten Data, CME "FedWatch" shows that the probability of the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged until March is 92.1%, while the probability of a 25 basis point rate cut is 7.9%. By April, the cumulative probability of a 25 basis point rate cut is 23.6%, the probability of keeping rates unchanged is 75%, and the cumulative probability of a 50 basis point rate cut is 1.5%. By June, the cumulative probability of a 25 basis point rate cut is 50%.

Glonghui, February 18th｜The 13F report shows that Berkshire Hathaway established a new position in The New York Times in the fourth quarter. Increased holdings in Chubb, Chevron, Domino's Pizza, and Lamar. Reduced holdings in Amazon, Bank of America, DaVita, Pool Corp., and Aon Plc. Major holdings include Apple, American Express, Bank of America, Coca-Cola, and Chevron.