IEX Share Price Jump 16% In 2 Days: APTEL Hearing Sparks Strong Rally

Indian Energy Exchange share price (NSE: IEX) moved sharply higher on Wednesday, rising up to 5% intraday to ₹155.50 on the BSE. Over the past two trading sessions, the stock has gained around 16%, supported by strong buying interest.

At around 10:30 AM, IEX was trading nearly 3% higher at ₹152.90, even as the Sensex was slightly lower.

APTEL Hearing Boosts Sentiment

The rally is mainly driven by optimism around the recent APTEL hearing on January 6, 2026. The tribunal heard IEX’s petition challenging the CERC’s July 2025 order on implementing market coupling.

Market coupling aims to create a single electricity price across exchanges, which could weaken IEX’s dominant market position. Investors are betting that the policy may be delayed, withdrawn, or reworked.

Strong Observations Against CERC Order

During the hearing, APTEL questioned the transparency and process followed by CERC while framing the market coupling regulations. CERC’s counsel said the regulator may seek directions from its members on withdrawing the order.

APTEL indicated that the case could be closed if the order is withdrawn. The next hearing is scheduled for January 9, 2026.

What The Company Said

IEX informed stock exchanges that it is not aware of any undisclosed information that could explain the stock’s movement. The company said the price action appears to be market-driven, based on publicly available information related to the APTEL hearing. The matter remains sub judice, with no final order yet.

IEX Share Price Performance Context

IEX had touched a 52-week low of ₹130.35 in August 2025 and a 52-week high of ₹215.40 in June 2025. The recent rally suggests renewed confidence after a prolonged period of weakness.

Conclusion

IEX shares have rallied sharply on hopes of relief from market coupling norms after APTEL’s strong observations against the CERC order. While no final decision has been made yet, the possibility of withdrawal or delay has eased regulatory concerns and lifted investor sentiment.

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