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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.
Power Grid shares have underperformed over the last month, but 60% analysts say 'buy'
Power Grid beat capex and capitalization guidance for FY26 and has guided for upcoming beat of its FY27 guidance as well. It also sees new opportunities from intra-state transmission projects and BESS, which can increase TAM.
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.
Small-cap stock jumps over 17% to hit six-month high after securing multiple orders
Bajel Projects' shares rose 17.5% after securing multiple orders from Power Grid Corporation, enhancing its order book. The projects, valued between ₹200-300 crore each, include a new substation and transmission line, set for completion in 21 months.
Bajel Projects jumps after bagging major EPC order
Bajel Projects surged 11.54% to Rs 190.90 after the company secured a major EPC order for a 400 kV transmission line project from Power Grid Corporation of India through its SPV, Bellary Davanagere Power Transmission.
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.
Tata Power Q4 Results: Profit slips 4% YoY to Rs 996 cr, revenue falls 13%
Tata Power Q4 Results: Tata Power reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 996 crore for Q4 FY26, a 4% year-on-year decline, while revenue fell 13%. The company achieved its highest-ever annual PAT of Rs 5,118 crore for FY26, driven by strong performance in its renewables, solar manufacturing, and transmission and distribution businesses.
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.
India's power sector set for up to 6 per cent CAGR on multi-vector capex upcycle: Citi
India's power sector is positioned for a sustained growth trajectory with a medium-term forecast set at a 5-6 per cent CAGR, supported by the convergence of electrification, data centers, cooling loads, and manufacturing sectors. According to a Citi Research report, the country is currently witnessing its first-ever multi-vector capital expenditure upcycle that spans thermal, renewables, transmission, and grid storage.