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View Bear Cases →Indian Energy Exchange Ltd — Q3 FY26
IEX reported a solid Q3 FY26 with revenue of INR 183.1 crore (+14% YoY) and PAT of INR 119.1 crore (+11% YoY), driven by 12% YoY growth in electricity volumes to 34.1 BU.
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IEX reported a solid Q3 FY26 with revenue of INR 183.1 crore (+14% YoY) and PAT of INR 119.1 crore (+11% YoY), driven by 12% YoY growth in electricity volumes to 34.1 BU. The RTM segment continued its strong momentum, growing 36% YoY to 13 BU. Management highlighted favorable regulatory tailwinds including the Draft National Electricity Policy 2026, VPPA guidelines, and carbon market developments. However, REC volumes declined due to extended compliance timelines and a proposed alternative compliance mechanism. The key overhang remains the market coupling order, with APTEL hearing concluded and verdict expected within a month. Management expressed confidence in a favorable outcome but acknowledged potential regulatory risks. IGX volumes grew 8% YoY, and ICX saw strong I-REC issuance growth of 219% YoY. Guidance for power exchange volume growth remains 15-20% annually, with gas exchange targeting 25-30% growth. Key risk: adverse market coupling ruling could disrupt IEX's business model.
IEX ने वित्त वर्ष 2026 की तीसरी तिमाही में अच्छा प्रदर्शन किया। कंपनी की कमाई 183.1 करोड़ रुपये रही, जो पिछले साल से 14% ज्यादा है। मुनाफा 119.1 करोड़ रुपये रहा, जो 11% बढ़ा। इसकी वजह बिजली की बिक्री में 12% की बढ़ोतरी थी। रियल टाइम मार्केट (RTM) सेगमेंट में 36% का उछाल आया। सरकार की नई बिजली नीति और कार्बन बाजार के नियमों से मदद मिली। हालांकि, REC (नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा प्रमाणपत्र) की बिक्री घटी क्योंकि समय सीमा बढ़ा दी गई। बाजार कपलिंग (एक्सचेंजों को जोड़ने) के आदेश पर फैसला एक महीने में आने की उम्मीद है। कंपनी को उम्मीद है कि यह उसके पक्ष में होगा। IGX में 8% और ICX में 219% की बढ़ोतरी हुई। बिजली एक्सचेंज की बिक्री हर साल 15-20% और गैस एक्सचेंज की 25-30% बढ़ने का अनुमान है।
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Electricity Volume (Q3)
34.1 BU
+12% YoY
Electricity trading volume for Q3 FY26 grew 12% year-on-year to 34.1 billion units.
RTM Volume (Q3)
13 BU
+36% YoY
Real-Time Market volume grew 36% YoY, maintaining 40% share of IEX electricity volume.
IGX Volume (9M)
58.2 MMBtu
+46% YoY
Indian Gas Exchange volumes grew 46% YoY in the first nine months of FY26.
ICX I-REC Issuance (Q3)
51 lakh
+219% YoY
International Carbon Exchange issued 51 lakh I-RECs in Q3, up 219% YoY.
What Changed vs Last Quarter
NEW
Gas exchange volume growth of 25-30% over 4-5 years
IGX volumes are expected to grow at 25-30% annually over the next 4-5 years, driven by lower gas prices.
NEW
IGX IPO planned within this fiscal year
IEX plans to proceed with the IPO of Indian Gas Exchange this fiscal year, subject to regulatory approvals.
UPDATED
Power exchange volume growth of 15-20% annually
Management expects IEX electricity volumes to grow at 15-20% per annum, consistent with historical trends.
DROPPED
IGX stake reduction to 25% by Dec 2025 with extension request
IEX has applied for a 1.5-year extension to reduce its IGX equity stake from 47.5% to 25% as per PNGRB regulations.
DROPPED
Carbon credit trading market size comparable to REC market
Management expects the carbon credit trading market to be as big as the REC market once regulations are finalized.
NEW RISK
REC volume decline due to alternative compliance
CERC's proposal allowing entities to deposit money instead of buying RECs could reduce REC demand and volumes.
NEW RISK
Power demand growth slowdown
Subdued power demand growth due to weather and agricultural factors may limit volume growth despite optimization opportunities.
RISK GONE
Revenue divergence from volume growth
Revenue grew only 9.2% vs volume growth of 16.1% due to lower REC volumes and fee reduction from INR 40 to INR 20 per certificate.
RISK GONE
Slow progress on new product approvals
Key petitions like Green RTM, 11-month TAM contracts, and peak DAM/RTM segments are pending regulatory approval, delaying potential volume catalysts.
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Mentioned in Q2 FY25, Q2 FY26, Q3 FY25
Key petitions like Green RTM, 11-month TAM contracts, and peak DAM/RTM segments are pending regulatory approval, delaying potential volume catalysts.
Mentioned in Q1 FY26, Q2 FY25, Q2 FY26
CERC order mandates DAM coupling by Jan 2026; IEX has appealed in APTEL. If implemented, it could reduce IEX's market share and pricing power.
Mentioned in Q2 FY26, Q3 FY25, Q4 FY25
Management expects to maintain electricity volume growth between 15-20% for the remaining fiscal year.
Mentioned in Q2 FY25, Q4 FY25
CERC approval for extending Term-Ahead Market contracts from 90 days to 11 months is expected soon, unlocking a 40 BU addressable market.
Mentioned in Q1 FY26, Q2 FY25
Stakeholder comments closed for coal exchange; awaiting MMDR amendment. EPR platform EOI filed with CPCB, decision pending.
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Management expects IEX electricity volumes to grow at 15-20% per annum, consistent with historical trends.
If APTEL rules against IEX, market coupling could be implemented, potentially reducing IEX's market share and pricing power.
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