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Aquarion Sale Debt Reduction

EVERSOURCE ENERGY · 2026-08-04 · Importance 71 · Surprise 60

The Aquarion sale generated a reported $1.7 billion cash inflow for Eversource. Eversource earmarked the proceeds for debt reduction following the transaction. Rating agencies reportedly maintained credit metrics above downgrade triggers, supporting the company’s balance-sheet position.

Key facts

• The Q2 earnings decline was attributed in part to charges related to its Aquarion sale. source