- JSW Energy share price has seen a sharp rise of almost 8% during the intraday trades on Thursday, ending the day with gains of 7.03%.
- The company’s share price is up 116% in a year and almost 750% in 5 years, driven by rising capacities, an increasing renewable portfolio, and strong power demand in the country.
- The Q4 performance reflected the same, with the net generational 4QFY24 at 6,397 Million unit being up 26% YoY.
JSW Energy’s share price has seen a significant rise, driven by strong Q4 performance and favorable market conditions. This article explores the factors behind this growth and what it means for the company’s future.
Impressive Q4 Performance
The Q4 performance of JSW Energy was impressive, with the net generational 4QFY24 at 6,397 Million unit being up 26% YoY. This increase was driven by higher thermal generation and contributions from both acquired and greenfield renewable Energy (RE) capacities. The company’s merchant generation stood at 1008 mu and 629 mu during 4QFY24 and 4QFY23 respectively.
Project Pipeline Fuels Growth
JSW Energy has won Renewable Energy bids with a cumulative capacity of 3.4 Giga Watt in the quarter, adding to its generation projects. This includes Solar bids worth 2.4 GW and Wind projects worth 1.0 Giga Watt. The company’s renewable energy locked-in capacity now stands at 13.2 GW, putting it on track to achieve its target of 10GW and 20GW Renewable Energy capacity by 2025 and 2030 respectively.
Addressing Investor Concerns
While JSW Energy’s 4Q results were broadly in line with expectations, some investor concerns were highlighted. These include a proposal by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission to cap merchant prices, a draft by the Reserve Bank of India for additional upfront project finance provisioning of 5%, and a delay in Unit 2 commissioning of Ind-Bharat plant. However, the company has addressed these concerns, assuring investors of its strong position and growth trajectory.
Conclusion
JSW Energy’s strong Q4 performance, coupled with its robust project pipeline and strategic moves to address investor concerns, have contributed to its impressive share price growth. With its focus on renewable energy and favorable market conditions, the company is well-positioned for sustained growth in the future.
