21.   Chilectra had said the government-proposed cut in electricity rates would have slashed its profits.

22.   Chilean stocks rallied after an appeals court rejected government-proposed cuts in electricity rates.

23.   Competition would drive down electricity rates in California and give the state an advantage in keeping its own industries and attracting new ones.

24.   Consumer advocates charge that power generators are gouging consumers by pushing wholesale electricity rates through the roof during peak summertime demand.

25.   Consumer groups have warned that the surging power bills in San Diego will be mirrored throughout the state as other utilities lift a freeze on electricity rates.

26.   Domestic investors are waiting to see if the government announces a long-anticipated increase in electricity rates.

27.   Electricity rates have been frozen for the last year, and a new rate mechanism would probably allow companies to raise rates this year, helping earnings.

28.   Eguiagaray will also announce the final effects of a recalculation of electricity rates.

29.   Electricidad de Caracas is also attracting buyers because of an imminent dividend, and the prospect of higher electricity rates, Boulton said.

30.   Electricidad de Caracas is soon expected to be allowed to raise its electricity rates, boosting its bottom line.