Fitch Ratings has assigned an 'A' rating to Public Service Company of Colorado's (PSCo) issuance of $400 million 5.125% first mortgage bonds due June 1, 2019. The proceeds will be used to fund the payment at maturity of $200 million 6.875% unsecured senior notes due July 15, 2009. The balance of the net proceeds will be used for the repayment of utility money pool borrowings and general working capital. PSCo's Issuer Default Rating (IDR) is 'BBB+'. The Outlook is Stable.The current ratings of PSCo, a subsidiary of Xcel Energy Inc. (IDR 'BBB+', Stable Outlook by Fitch), reflect the company's strong
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