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Week 16 shows South-East Europe shifting into a transit and balancing corridor
In Week 16, net imports across South-East Europe fell while exports surged, underscoring a structural shift toward integrated cross-border power movements. The changes—led by Greece’s swing…
Renewable swings in Week 16 reshaped power pricing and dispatch across South-East Europe
A sharp rebound in wind output—paired with weaker solar and limited hydro support—pushed variable renewable generation higher across South-East Europe in Week 16, driving volatility in…
SEE power prices jump in Week 16 as gas benchmark falls, exposing tighter system conditions
Electricity day-ahead prices rose sharply across most South-East Europe markets in the week of 13–19 April, even as Dutch TTF gas futures fell. The move points…
Strong hydro and higher imports push Southeast Europe day-ahead power prices down on 22 April
Day-ahead power prices fell across most of Southeast Europe on 22 April delivery, driven by a jump in available generation from hydro and a sharp rise…
SEE power markets move toward a daytime export pattern as solar output rises
South-East Europe is increasingly running a structural daytime export model, with net exports turning positive in week 16 as solar generation expands and domestic demand falls.…
Cross-border electricity flows point to intermittent coupling between SEE and Central Europe
Recent data show the Hungary–Germany price spread narrowing to €1.38/MWh, suggesting near convergence driven mainly by rising renewable output in South-East Europe. But evening peaks still…
Coal generation in South-East Europe shifts to “managed decline” as utilisation stays weak
Coal-fired generation across South-East Europe remains important for system stability, but output is settling near the lowest levels seen since mid-2025. Even with short-term revenue support…
Wind’s growing stabilising role in South-East Europe reshapes pricing and investment priorities
Wind output across South-East Europe rose sharply in week 16, lifting generation above seasonal norms and helping compress regional price spreads. With wind producing more during…
Solar buildout in South-East Europe starts to undercut its own economics
As solar peak output rises to record levels across South-East Europe, it is increasingly coinciding with weak demand and suppressed prices. The resulting “cannibalisation” is pushing…
Battery storage takes centre stage in South-East Europe trading as intraday spreads widen
In South-East Europe power markets, battery energy storage systems are increasingly being used as a direct profit tool rather than a supplementary grid-balancing asset. Rising intraday…