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Texas PUC lowers the interest rate on customer deposits

By Ali Peivandizadeh, business growth and AI implementation specialist.

Published Nov 13, 2026 · Last checked Nov 13, 2026 · Last changed Nov 13, 2026
The short version

The Texas PUC set the interest rates that REPs pay on customer deposits and on overbillings for 2027.

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Electricity sellers. Texas. Customer care, compliance, pricing.

The facts

  • Energy Choice Matters reported the decision on Nov 6, 2026. It is in PUC Project 45319.
  • The rate on customer deposits will be 3.68%. It is 4.12% now.
  • The rate on overbillings and certain underbillings will be 3.78%. It is 4.34% now.
  • The new rates apply for calendar year 2027.
  • The PUC updates these rates once a year by a method set in its rules.

What it means for you

The rates a REP pays on deposits and overbillings change on Jan 1, 2027.

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