(2024-07-26) Nascimento, Rozyelayny; Gomes, Sónia Maria Fonseca Pereira Oliveira; http://lattes.cnpq.br/9795791528582607
This work presents an economic and financial analysis of the impact of non-technical losses in the electricity sector, focusing on a case study on the distributor Light S/A. Non-technical losses represent a significant challenge for distributors, being strongly influenced by socioeconomic factors. The Rio de Janeiro market was chosen due to its significant rates of energy theft and the complexity involved. Such aspects raise concerns among investors in the sector, which, despite being attractive, faces considerable challenges. To investigate this situation, a survey was carried out in relation to scientific production on the subject and a financial analysis of the accounting indicators of the distributor Light SA, a high level of debt and low capacity to honor its obligations were verified, the current situation These indicators serve as a warning to the company's investors.
