Thames Water Faces Crisis Amid Funding Failure and UK Confirmed Recession
Thursday, 28 March 2024, 07:32
Thames Water Funding Crisis and Impact
Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as Thames Water seeks new funding options due to a failed £500m shareholder injection.
Current Situation
Thames Water unable to secure first £500m of planned equity injection, prompting urgent need for alternative funding sources.
Impact on Operations
- Shareholder Support: Conditions from July 2023 support letter remain unsatisfied, impacting planned equity investment.
- Customer Reassurance: Thames Water remains committed to serving customers despite funding challenges.
Important global economic indicators, such as Germany's unemployment rate and US GDP growth, add to economic uncertainties.
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