Power Grid Approves ₹914 Cr Equipment Buys; Stock Dips

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Power Grid Approves ₹914 Cr Equipment Buys; Stock Dips
Overview

Power Grid Corporation of India's investment committee has greenlit proposals totaling ₹914 crore for the procurement of essential cold spare transformers and reactors. These strategic acquisitions are slated for implementation within a 30-month timeframe. The company's recent financial disclosures revealed a 6% drop in September quarter net profit, leading to a dip in its share price.

Major Equipment Procurement Approved

The Committee of Directors on Investment on Projects for Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. has sanctioned investment proposals amounting to ₹914 crore. These funds are earmarked for the acquisition of critical cold spare transformers and reactors. The decision, made during a meeting on January 20, signals a proactive approach to bolstering the company's infrastructure capabilities.

Regional Project Approvals

The approved investment covers several key regional projects. A substantial ₹401.88 crore will be allocated for procurement aligned with the Western Regional Power Committee's (WRPC) 51st meeting. Further, ₹166.33 crore is designated for projects approved in the North Eastern Regional Power Committee's (NERPC) 28th meeting. An additional ₹345.78 crore has been sanctioned for initiatives approved by the Southern Regional Power Committee (SRPC) during its 53rd meeting. These projects are expected to be fully implemented within 30 months of approval.

Financial Performance and Market Reaction

This significant capital expenditure comes as Power Grid navigates a challenging financial period. The company reported a 6% decline in net profit for the September quarter, falling to ₹3,566 crore from ₹3,793 crore in the prior year, missing Street estimates. While revenue saw a modest 1.8% increase to ₹11,476 crore, the overall profit figures weighed on investor sentiment. Consequently, PowerGrid shares traded at ₹254.50 on Tuesday, reflecting a 1.22% decrease, or ₹3.15, from the previous close.

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