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DTE pays no federal income taxes for 12th straight year despite more than $1.5 billion profit
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Michigan Advance , Planet Detroit
· June 15, 2026
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Key takeaway 5 billion, yet no federal income taxes were paid.
In Detroit , a notable trend has been observed with a major utility company. 5 billion, yet no federal income taxes were paid. This marks a long streak of tax exempt years for the company.
Details about this situation are available from public records. The company in question is based in Detroit and is currently involved in a rate increase request. Further information on this topic can be found through Michigan Advance, which reviewed the relevant documents to uncover this information about the company's tax payments.
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Category: local Published: June 15, 2026 Source: Planet Detroit Reading time: 1 min
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