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S&P gives Houston utility fund negative outlook, warns water and sewer rates could rise
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · As published by ABC13 Houston
· September 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The source of this information is ABC13, which reports on the S&P evaluation and its implications for water and sewer rates. A negative outlook has been given to a utility fund.
A negative outlook has been given to a utility fund. This assessment warns that rates for water and sewer services may increase. The evaluation was made by S&P.
Further information about this outlook and its potential impact is available from the source. Details about the factors that led to the negative assessment are also provided by the source.
The source of this information is ABC13, which reports on the S&P evaluation and its implications for water and sewer rates.
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Published: September 3, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
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