Stocks To Buy: Three power stocks that BoFA has upgraded on strong demand visibility
Published on 23/03/2026 11:55 AM
Stocks To Buy: Three power stocks that BoFA has upgraded on strong demand visibilityBofA Securities expects power demand to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.2% between FY25 and FY30, compared to 5.4% over FY15 to FY25.By Meghna Sen March 23, 2026, 11:55:40 AM IST (Published)2 Min ReadBrokerage firm BofA Securities has upgraded Power Grid Corporation of India to 'Buy' from 'Neutral' and raised its target price to ₹340 from ₹301 earlier.
The brokerage has also upgraded NTPC to 'Buy' from 'Neutral', increasing its target to ₹432 from ₹352. In addition, NHPC has been upgraded to 'Buy' from 'Underperform', with the target price raised to ₹88 from ₹70.
BofA Securities expects power demand to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.2% between FY25 and FY30, compared to 5.4% over FY15 to FY25, driven by segments such as data centres and consumer durables.
It also said that the government's push to reduce dependence on imported fuels could further support demand.
On Power Grid, the brokerage mentioned that an upward revision in commissioning guidance for FY26 and FY27 improves execution visibility.
PowerGrid has increased its FY26 capex guidance to ₹35,000 crore. The company has raised its capitalisation target to ₹25,000 crore.
It has achieved 102% of its FY26 capex guidance as of March 22, 2026. It has achieved 91% of its FY26 capitalisation guidance as of March 22.
For NTPC, it said higher thermal capacity requirements could enhance long-term visibility on capital expenditure. In the case of NHPC, it said that execution-related overhangs at projects such as Parbati and Subansiri Lower are beginning to ease.
Shares of Power Grid Corporation are trading 0.55% higher at ₹299.25, while NTPC is down 2.36% at ₹371.95 and NHPC is lower by 1.95% at ₹75.29.Continue ReadingNote To ReadersDisclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.TagsNHPC share priceNTPCPower GridPower Grid Corporationshare market today