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Hitachi Energy Shares In Focus Jefferies Doubles Target Price Amid Data Centre Demand
The firm raised its FY27 and FY28 EPS estimates by 10% and 27%, respectively. This comes on the back of a robust demand trend across the power transmission and distribution sector.
HG Infra declared qualified bidder for UP power project with ₹45-cr annual revenue
HG Infra Engineering Ltd emerged as qualified bidder for RECPDCL power transmission project in Uttar Pradesh, securing a 35-year BOOT model opportunity. Shares of HG Infra Engineering Ltd ended marginally lower on Tuesday, May 26, by 0.66% at ₹598.90 on the NSE.
India's power transmission infra set for Rs 9 trillion upgrade as renewable push accelerates: Report
India is set for a massive power transmission investment of nearly Rs 9 trillion by 2032, according to a Kotak Neo report. This will support the country's clean energy goals by building essential grid infrastructure. Renewable energy capacity is growing rapidly, requiring extensive transmission lines and substations. High-Voltage Direct Current systems will be crucial.
I Squared to pump $1 billion into power grid assets
US firm I Squared Capital is investing one billion dollars in India's power transmission sector. A new entity, Cube Grid, will build essential grid infrastructure. This move taps into a multi-decade opportunity driven by India's growing energy needs. The company sees stable, long-term returns from transmission projects. This investment will support India's economic growth and energy transition.
SBI Life, Power Grid, consumer stocks: Why HDFC Securities' is buying into all three right now
Unmesh Sharma, Head of Institutional Equities, HDFC Securities, holds an overweight on SBI Life at 120 bps in his model portfolio. On IT, he has moved from underweight to neutral, calling valuations below 20x a buying opportunity. Private banks trading below 2x price-to-book are a strong aaccumulation he says. Consumer names — Asian Paints, Crompton, Sobha — are turning interesting after valuation correction. Power Grid Corporation carries a 2% overweight, with transmission its cleanest play on India's power theme.
Crude@$100+: The Rs 3 lakh crore power boom you might be missing
The US-Israel-Iran conflict has significantly boosted India's power and energy stocks, with Nifty Energy's market cap rising by Rs 3 lakh crore as Brent crude exceeds $100. Foreign investors are pouring into power generation and transmission, viewing it as a macroeconomic hedge. Companies like Adani Power and BHEL are leading the surge, while oil marketing companies face losses.
India holds inter-ministerial meeting to speed up battery storage and grid upgrades
During a crucial summit, leaders examined effective pathways to accelerate the deployment of battery storage technologies. The dialogue included vital topics such as enhancing transmission capacities and the potential of variable time-of-day pricing. These approaches are strategically aimed at amplifying the adoption of renewable energy and reinforcing the stability of the power grid.
Bajel Projects bags 'major' EPC order for 400 kV transmission project
Bajel Projects secured a major EPC order for a 400 kV transmission line project under the Bellary-Davanagere renewable energy evacuation scheme, awarded by Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd through its SPV Bellary Davanagere Power Transmission.
Bajel Projects wins ₹200–₹300 crore 400kV transmission line order from Power Grid SPV
Shares of Bajel Projects Ltd ended at ₹169.95, up by ₹2.35, or 1.40%, on the BSE.
L&T to set up extra-high voltage substations in Middle East
Larsen & Toubro's Power Transmission & Distribution division has won new orders in the Middle East. The company will build extra-high voltage substations. These projects will ensure reliable power supply to major areas. They will also help decongest existing power grids. The orders are for turnkey projects with strict delivery schedules.
Larsen & Toubro secures power transmission and distribution orders from Middle East
The Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) business vertical of Larsen & Toubro has secured a batch of EPC orders from prestigious clients in the Middle East for setting up extra-high voltage substations. According to the company's project classification, the value of the order ranges between Rs 1,000 crore to Rs 2,500 crore.
Evening peak power demand exposes gaps in India’s energy transition: Citi
India's power sector is shifting focus from electricity shortages to ensuring reliable power during non-solar hours. Rapid renewable energy growth creates challenges for evening and night-time demand. The country needs enhanced transmission and storage infrastructure. Battery storage and flexible thermal generation will be crucial. Delays in capacity additions could lead to power shortages. Coal power will remain important.