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A decline in our credit rating could result in us having to provide collateral in order to purchase gas.
The revenues and results of operations of our interstate pipelines and field services businesses are subject to fluctuations in the supply of natural gas.
Our revenues and results of operations are seasonal.
The actual cost of pipelines under construction and related compression facilities may be significantly higher than our current estimates.
The states in which we provide regulated local gas distribution may, either through legislation or rules, adopt restrictions similar to or broader than those under the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 1935 regarding organization, financing and affiliate transactions that could have significant adverse impacts on our ability to operate.
Risk Factors Associated with Our Consolidated Financial Condition
If we are unable to arrange future financings on acceptable terms, our ability to refinance existing indebtedness could be limited.
The financial condition and liquidity of our parent company could affect our access to capital, our credit standing and our financial condition.
We are an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of CenterPoint Energy. CenterPoint Energy can exercise substantial control over our dividend policy and business and operations and could do so in a manner that is adverse to our interests.
The use of derivative contracts by us and our subsidiaries in the normal course of business could result in financial losses that negatively impact our results of operations and those of our subsidiaries.
We derive a substantial portion of our operating income from subsidiaries through which we hold a substantial portion of our assets.
We are subject to operational and financial risks and liabilities arising from environmental laws and regulations
Our insurance coverage may not be sufficient. Insufficient insurance coverage and increased insurance costs could adversely impact our results of operations, financial condition and cash flows.
We and CenterPoint Energy could incur liabilities associated with businesses and assets that we have transferred to others.
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