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Marion Rae

AGL ups profit outlook amid 'tough period for everyone'

AGL has announced a brighter outlook for shareholders this year as customers face hefty bill hikes. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

AGL Energy has upgraded its profit forecasts as it prepares to slug customers with bill increases of up to 30 per cent, igniting the share price.

Shares in Australia's largest electricity generator soared 14.3 per cent or $1.38 to $11.04 in morning trade on Friday.

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