Canadian Export Agency's Losses: A Deep Dive into Thames Water's Debt Crisis
Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 08:21
Canadian Export Agency's Financial Setback
In an alarming turn of events, Export Development Canada (EDC) has encountered major losses linked to its financial support for Thames Water, a UK utility on the brink of insolvency. The agency provided two substantial loans in 2018 and 2019, primarily influenced by Omers, a Canadian pension fund.
Impact of the Loans
- The loans were sanctioned to bolster Thames Water during its financial struggles.
- Currently, Thames Water has signaled a potential cash shortfall by next June.
- EDC has been forced to sell these loans at a significant discount, raising concerns about its financial health.
As EDC grapples with these challenges, market analysts are urged to closely track the developments in this situation and its implications for the broader financial landscape.
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