Market PerformanceThe significant share outperformance vs. S&P/TSX Utilities Index, the premium P/E valuation of 21x, and the relative return to the unchanged $42 target drive the rating to Market Perform from Outperform.
Regulatory UncertaintyThere is uncertainty around the outcome of Hydro One's cost of capital review with the OEB, which could alter its ROE/equity layer.
ValuationHydro One shares are currently trading at a 35% premium to peers and are fully valued.