Thames Water’s cash crunch intensifies as bailout rumours swirl

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Thames Water is racing to secure a financial lifeline after warning that it could run out of money by September 2026. The company plans to tap a super senior facility and use part of the first £1.5bn tranche to cover near-term liquidity needs through mid-December 2025. A separate £1.5bn tranche would extend liquidity until at least September 2026 if it becomes available. KKR has withdrawn from a major investment deal, and the UK government is preparing for a possible administration scenario. The situation could affect service continuity for 16 million customers and leave taxpayers exposed to bailout costs.

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