Yield back in focus 3
Yield in focus: debt reduction and RAB growth 3
Yield: FCF and RAB boost 8
Interim 2009 results remind us of sector’s underlying
solidity 8
Short-term risk from oil price weakness 10
Financial pressure easing 13
Risks: more M&A; nuclear 25
Disclosure appendix 31
Disclaimer 35
We acknowledge the contribution of Viral Sheth* and Prabal
Sidana*, Associates, Bangalore, to this report.
*Employed by a non-US affiliate of HSBC Securities (USA)
Inc, and is not registered/qualified pursuant to NYSE and/or
NASD regulations