The Valuation of Public Service Corporation Property

The Valuation of Public Service Corporation Property by Henry Earle Riggs provides a detailed analysis of the methods and challenges involved in appraising the assets of public service corporations such as utilities and transportation companies. The book explores the complexities of determining the value of these entities taking into account factors like infrastructure market conditions and regulatory frameworks. Riggs offers insight into the economic principles that underlie public service industries and how valuation impacts both business decisions and public policy. Riggs also addresses the need for accurate and fair assessments to ensure that the rates charged to consumers are justified while also maintaining the financial health of the corporations. The work is an essential resource for policymakers economists and industry professionals who seek to understand the processes involved in valuing public service properties. By combining technical expertise with practical applications Riggs contributes to the discourse on how public utility companies are evaluated in the context of economic and social responsibilities.