IEX Share Price Surges as Power Market Update Shows 12,983 MU Traded in May 2026, Up 18.6% YoY; DAM & RTM Volumes Surge

The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) has released its power market update for May 2026, showcasing a notable increase in electricity trading volumes.  

The exchange continues to play a pivotal role in India's energy market, facilitating efficient price discovery and trade execution. 

Significant Growth in Traded Volumes 

In May 2026, IEX recorded a monthly electricity traded volume of 12,983 MUs, marking an 18.6% increase year-on-year.  

The Day-Ahead Market (DAM) achieved a volume of 4,417 MU, reflecting a 25% rise compared to May 2025. Similarly, the Real-Time Market (RTM) saw a 16% increase, reaching 5,529 MU. 

The average market clearing price in DAM was ₹4.88 per unit, an 18.3% increase year-on-year, while the RTM average price was ₹4.16 per unit, up 21.2% YoY. 

Green and Renewable Energy Markets 

The Green Market, encompassing the Green Day-Ahead and Green Term-Ahead Market segments, achieved a volume of 1,034 MU in May 2026, a 13% increase year-on-year.  

The weighted average price in the Green Day-Ahead Market stood at ₹3.60 per unit, remaining stable compared to the previous year. 

In the Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) market, 6.10 lakh RECs were traded, although this represented a 65% decline year-on-year. The clearing price was ₹400 per REC, with trading sessions held on May 13 and May 29, 2026. 

Energy Consumption and Demand 

India's energy consumption in May 2026 reached 164.98 BUs, showing an 11.5% growth year-on-year.  

The peak power demand surged to an all-time high of 270.82 GW, indicating a robust demand for electricity across the country. 

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Indian Energy Exchange Share Price Performance  

As of June 04, 2026, at 9:30 AM, Indian Energy Exchange share price on NSE was trading at ₹125.07, up by 1.45% from the previous closing price.  

Conclusion 

The IEX power market update for May 2026 highlights significant growth in electricity trading volumes, with notable increases in both the DAM and RTM segments. The exchange continues to facilitate efficient trading and price discovery in India's energy market. 

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