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PFC-REC merger: Which stock should you buy before the mega demerger creates Rs 11 lakh cr power financing giant
Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC's boards have approved a merger, creating India's largest power financing institution with a Rs 11 lakh crore loan book. The combined entity is poised to capitalize on the ongoing power sector capital expenditure cycle, including renewable energy and transmission projects. Analysts suggest the merger offers strategic advantages and improved capital allocation, positioning the new giant for significant growth.
PFC, REC boards approve merger scheme, share exchange ratio at 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares
Power Finance Corporation and REC Ltd boards have greenlit their merger, creating India's largest power financier with over Rs 11 lakh crore in loans. The approved share swap ratio is 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares. This consolidation aims to boost operational efficiency and bolster the balance sheet, positioning the combined entity to significantly fund India's energy transition and infrastructure growth.
PFC, REC boards approve merger scheme, share exchange ratio at 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares
Power Finance Corporation and REC Ltd boards have greenlit their merger, creating India's largest power financier with over Rs 11 lakh crore in loans. The approved share swap ratio is 88 PFC shares for every 100 REC shares. This consolidation aims to boost operational efficiency and bolster the balance sheet, positioning the combined entity to significantly fund India's energy transition and infrastructure growth.
REC rises after SPA for Jalna Power Transmission transfer to MSETCL
REC rose 1.45% to Rs 353.25 after executing a share purchase agreement (SPA) through its subsidiary RECPDCL with the Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company (MSETCL) for the transfer of Jalna Power Transmission.
Stocks to Watch today: Lenskart, ZEEL, REC, PFC, Eternal, Airtel and more
Stocks to watch today: Lenskart, Zee Entertainment, REC, PFC, Eternal, Airtel, Tata Consumer Products, Vascon Engineers, Nuvama Wealth, Rajesh Exports, among others, will be in focus today.
Power finance cos turn to global markets for cheaper funds
Indian power and renewable energy firms are looking abroad for loans. The Reserve Bank of India's new dollar-rupee swap facility has made foreign currency borrowing cheaper. Companies like REC and PFC are planning to raise significant funds through external commercial borrowings. This move is expected to lower borrowing costs for these public sector undertakings.
H.G. Infra wins Jharkhand transmission project under boot model
H.G. Infra Engineering has been declared the successful bidder by REC Power Development and Consultancy (RECPDCL), a wholly owned subsidiary of REC.
IEX records 16.6% YoY growth in traded electricity volumes in April
Indian Energy Exchange(IEX) recorded a monthly electricity traded volume of 12,341 MUs in April 2026, a robust 16.6% increase year-on-year. A total of 1.18 lakh Renewable Energy Certificates were traded during the month, though REC volumes declined 59.4% year-on-year.
Rajiv Ranjan Jha appointed as nominee director of PFC on REC board
Power Finance Corporation welcomes Rajiv Ranjan Jha as its newly appointed nominee director on the board of REC, effective April 6, 2026. With a rich history at PFC since March 1997, Jha is currently the Director of Projects.
Govt explores options to retain 51% stake in merged PFC-REC entity
The government is considering issuing preference shares or fresh equity to keep its stake above 51 percent in the Power Finance Corporation after its merger with REC. This move aims to ensure the combined entity remains a government-owned NBFC. The merged company will be the largest government-owned NBFC, enhancing its capacity for large projects and competition.
Dilip Buildcon bags Rs 1,850-cr transmission project in Karnataka
Dilip Buildcon has secured a letter of intent (LoI) worth Rs 1,850 crore from REC Power Development and Consultancy (RECPDCL) to develop a 400 kV substation at Mekhali along with associated transmission lines in Belagavi district, Karnataka.
IRFC, REC and 3 other PSU stocks hit 52-week lows, slip up to 17% in a month
Sensex dropped over 1,100 points, dragging five BSE PSU stocks to new 52-week lows. Stocks including Ircon, IRFC, REC, Rail Vikas Nigam, and Container Corp declined 12–17% in a month amid broader market weakness.