IEX Q2 FY26 sees higher electricity volumes, lower prices
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) recorded electricity traded volume of 35,217 MU (excluding TRAS) in Q2 FY26, up 16.1% year-on-year. TRAS volumes rose to 603 MU from 16.9 MU in Q2 FY25. Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) trading declined 30% to 44.22 lakh during the quarter. Higher supply from hydro, wind, and coal-based generation increased market liquidity, resulting in lower prices. The Day-Ahead Market (DAM) cleared at Rs 3.93/unit, down 12.5% year-on-year, while the Real-Time Market (RTM)…