BUSINESS
Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands
BBC BusinessWednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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The regulator said a fee of between £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt should be charged for upcoming projects.
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What happened
The regulator said a fee of between £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt should be charged for upcoming projects.
Why it matters
Corporate and market moves reprice risk and reveal where power and cash are concentrating.
Background
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Timeline
BBC Business published: Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands
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Economic impact
Investors will watch earnings, rates, and competitive positioning connected to Data and Centres.
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