electricity prices News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/electricity-prices/ This is an informational-analytical, discussion platform Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:11:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://gmk.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/android-chrome-256x256-36x36.png electricity prices News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/electricity-prices/ 32 32 <![CDATA[European electricity prices rose in May amid unstable renewable energy generation]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/european-electricity-prices-rose-in-may-amid-unstable-renewable-energy-generation/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:02:15 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=124442 Average monthly wholesale day-ahead electricity prices in Europe rose in May 2026 compared to April. May trends According to Ember, as of June 2, prices were as follows: Italy — €120.05/MWh (unchanged from the previous month); France — €56.16/MWh (+42.3% MoM); Germany — €95.56/MWh (+18.7%); Spain — €54.05/MWh (+26.9%); Sweden — €69.5/MWh (+41.6%). In Poland, the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe fell significantly in April]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/electricity-prices-in-europe-fell-significantly-in-april-2/ Thu, 07 May 2026 05:04:08 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=123328 Average monthly wholesale day-ahead electricity prices in Europe in April 2026 fell compared to March amid declining demand and significant, often record-breaking levels of solar generation. April trends According to Ember, as of May 4, they stood at: Italy – €120.1/MWh (-16.4% MoM); France – €39.5/MWh (-38.3%); Germany – €80.5/MWh (-18.9%); Spain – €42.6/MWh (-0.5%); […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe rose in March due to a sharp increase in gas prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/electricity-prices-in-europe-rose-in-march-due-to-a-sharp-increase-in-gas-prices/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:04:19 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=122305 Average monthly wholesale day-ahead electricity prices in Europe rose in March 2026 amid a sharp increase in gas prices, with markets showing significant disparities. March trends According to Ember, as of April 3, 2026, they stood at: Italy – €143.7/MWh (+25.8% MoM); France – €64.02/MWh (+36.3%); Germany – €99.37/MWh (+2.7%); Spain – €42.83/MWh (+160%); Sweden […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe showed mixed trends in February]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/electricity-prices-in-europe-showed-mixed-trends-in-february/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:00:38 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=120970 Average monthly wholesale day-ahead electricity prices in Europe in February 2026 showed polar trends depending on the markets. February trends According to Ember, as of March 4, 2026, they were as follows: Italy – €114.23/MWh (-13.8% month-on-month); France – €46.95/MWh (-2.1 times); Germany – €96.69/MWh (-11.8%); Spain – €16.43/MWh (-4.3 times); Sweden – €102.14/MWh (+43.3%). […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe rose in most markets in January]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/electricity-prices-in-europe-rose-in-most-markets-in-january/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:47 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=119757 Average monthly wholesale prices for electricity for the next day in Europe rose in January amid increased demand and higher costs of other energy sources. January trends According to Ember (as of February 4, 2026), they were as follows: Italy – €132.6/MWh (+14.8% month-on-month); France – €101.3/MWh (+47.5%); Germany – €109.7/MWh (+17%9%); Spain – €71.3/MWh […]

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]]> <![CDATA[UkrFA calls for pilot implementation of state support for the electric steel industry]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/ukrfa-calls-for-pilot-implementation-of-state-support-for-the-electric-steel-industry/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:03:26 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119321 The Ukrainian Association of Ferroalloy and Other Electrometallurgical Products Manufacturers (UkrFA) has appealed to the government and Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko regarding the critical situation in the electrometallurgical industry and the possibility of piloting state support mechanisms. UkrFA notes critical problems at enterprises in the industry, in particular at one of them – a member […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Building materials producers halt production due to power shortages]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/building-materials-producers-halt-production-due-to-power-shortages/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:07:44 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=119185 The energy crisis has become a critical challenge for the Ukrainian building materials industry. Constant power outages, a 3.5-fold increase in tariffs, and high prices for generator equipment are threatening the survival of building materials producers. Impossible to work The production of building materials is quite energy-intensive, so it depends on the stability and volume […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih will be forced to shut down its Blooming shop in Q2]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/arcelormittal-kryvyi-rih-will-be-forced-to-shut-down-its-blooming-shop-in-q2/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:38:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119191 ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih PJSC is forced to shut down the Blooming shop of its rolling department in the second quarter of 2026. This is stated in the company’s announcement. «This decision is not easy, but objective due to the current economic and market circumstances in which the company operates in conditions of full-scale war,» the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity and gas prices in Ukraine for industrial consumers in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/electricity-and-gas-prices-in-ukraine-for-industrial-consumers-in-2025/ Mon, 19 Jan 2026 07:00:14 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=118763 Due to constant Russian shelling of energy and gas production infrastructure, electricity and gas prices for Ukrainian industrial consumers rose significantly in 2025. Prices for both commodities were significantly higher than for industrial consumers in the EU. Last year, electricity prices on the day-ahead market showed volatile dynamics with two peak periods. After a relatively […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe mostly fell in December due to seasonal factors]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/electricity-prices-in-europe-mostly-fell-in-december-due-to-seasonal-factors/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:02:46 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=118691 Average monthly wholesale electricity prices for day-ahead delivery in Europe showed varying trends in December. According to Ember (as of January 13, 2025), they were as follows: Italy – €115.48/MWh (-1.3% month-on-month); France – €68.67/MWh (+16%); Germany – €93.67/MWh (-9%); Spain – €77.93/MWh (+32%); Sweden – €45.81/MWh (-22%). In Poland, the average monthly wholesale price […]

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]]> <![CDATA[EU expands compensation for industry for emissions regulation costs]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/eu-expands-compensation-for-industry-for-emissions-regulation-costs/ Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:30:50 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118221 The European Commission will allow more energy-intensive industries to receive compensation to cover the costs of complying with EU emissions rules. This is stated in a press release from the institution. On December 23, the EC adopted an amendment to the guidelines on certain state aid measures in the context of the greenhouse gas emissions […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Europe’s economic independence is only possible with a strong steel industry – CoR]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/europe-s-economic-independence-is-only-possible-with-a-strong-metallurgical-industry-cor/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:47:22 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117529 On December 11, members of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) adopted a conclusion on the Action Plan for Steel and Metals, setting out urgent requirements for protecting the sector. This is stated in the CoR report. They emphasized that since the early days of European integration, the steel sector has been a cornerstone […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Ukrainian electricity prices are on par with European ones]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/ukrainian-electricity-prices-are-on-par-with-european-ones/ Mon, 08 Dec 2025 07:05:38 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=117192 Ukrainian electricity prices on the day-ahead market are on par with European ones and are higher than the European average. In particular, in November, according to the Market Operator, the weighted average price of electricity in Ukraine on the DAM was 6,830.49 UAH/MWh (€140/MWh at the average euro-hryvnia exchange rate for the period). It was […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Industry associations once again called for no increase in Ukrenergo tariffs]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/industry-associations-once-again-called-for-no-increase-in-ukrenergo-tariffs/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:43:01 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117090 The Ukrmetprom association of enterprises, the National Association of Mining Industries of Ukraine (NAMU), and the Ukrainian Association of Ferroalloy Producers (UkrFA) have once again appealed to the prime minister over the regulator’s intention – NEURC to finally approve an increase in tariffs for electricity transmission and dispatch services for 2026 on December 5. This […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe showed mixed trends in November]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/electricity-prices-in-europe-showed-mixed-trends-in-november/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:49:23 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=117043 Average monthly wholesale prices for electricity for the next day in Europe showed mixed trends in November. The main factors affecting the cost of electricity during this period were fluctuations in renewable generation volumes, which had a strong impact on the markets of some countries, and increased demand due to weather conditions. According to Ember […]

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]]> <![CDATA[WV Stahl demands better conditions for steel producers in EAF]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/wv-stahl-demands-better-conditions-for-steel-producers-in-eaf/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:22:59 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116659 The German Steel Association (WVStahl) has called for better conditions for manufacturers using electric arc furnaces (EAFs), the majority of which are medium-sized companies. This was discussed at a meeting organized by the association last week, according to Market Steel. The IG Metall trade union and the governments of four federal states were invited to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Czech steelmakers concerned about German industrial electricity prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/czech-steelmakers-concerned-about-german-industrial-electricity-prices/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:28:48 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116407 The Czech Republic should develop a plan to help steel mills with energy prices, similar to the one Germany plans to introduce. This is stated in a statement by Ocelarska Unie, an association that protects the interests of Czech and Slovak steel producers and processors. The organization warns that different approaches by individual countries violate […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Italian associations concerned about German industrial electricity prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/italian-associations-concerned-about-german-industrial-electricity-prices/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:39:44 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116171 Italian industry associations have expressed concern about the announced German industrial electricity prices as a step that distorts competition. This was reported by Il Sole 24 Ore. Germany has announced a large-scale intervention to support its energy-intensive industry by introducing a fixed electricity price of €50/MWh for three years, starting in January 2026. This measure […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Industrial price for electricity bypasses German steel industry – WVStahl]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/industrial-price-for-electricity-bypasses-german-steel-industry-wvstahl/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:14:58 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116053 The German Steel Association (WVStahl) has welcomed the coalition committee’s agreement on the first key points of the price for industrial electricity in the country. The goal is a price of 5 euro cents per kWh for energy-intensive industries over the next three years. From WVStahl’s point of view, this is an important signal from […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe rose significantly in October]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/electricity-prices-in-europe-rose-significantly-in-october/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:45:00 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=115545 In the EU, average monthly wholesale day-ahead prices rose in October amid fluctuations in renewable generation volumes and the impact of other factors. October trends According to Ember (as of November 5, 2025), this price on European markets was as follows: Italy – €111.02/MWh (+2% month-on-month); France – €66.51/MWh (+1.9 times); Germany – €88.54/MWh (+8.2%); […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Industrialists call for no increase in freight transport and electricity tariffs]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/industrialists-call-for-no-increase-in-freight-transport-and-electricity-tariffs/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 08:49:21 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115442 Leading industry associations in Ukraine have spoken out against increases in freight and electricity tariffs due to the risk of businesses shutting down or a significant drop in production. A joint statement was issued by Ukrmetprom, the National Association of Mining Industry of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Association of Ferroalloy Producers, the Union of Chemists of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Regulator approves increase in electricity transmission tariff for 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/regulator-approves-increase-in-electricity-transmission-tariff-for-2026/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:39:40 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115401 The National Commission for State Regulation of Energy and Public Utilities (NEURC) has approved Ukrenergo’s tariff for electricity transmission in 2026 at UAH 786.74/MWh (excluding VAT), which is 14.6% higher than the current year’s tariff. The decision was approved at a meeting of the regulator on November 4, Interfax-Ukraine reports. For green steel industry companies, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Germany expects to introduce industrial electricity prices in 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/germany-expects-to-introduce-industrial-electricity-prices-in-2026/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:21:17 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115390 German Economy Minister Katerina Reiche expects that a new government mechanism for subsidizing electricity costs for energy-intensive industries will be introduced early next year, according to Die Zeit. According to her, negotiations with the European Commission on industrial electricity prices are in the final stages. The EC already gave its general approval in the summer, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[High electricity prices force EU steelmakers to cut production]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/high-electricity-prices-force-eu-steelmakers-to-cut-production/ Wed, 15 Oct 2025 06:03:27 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=114397 The European steel industry is experiencing a systemic crisis caused by high electricity costs. This has led to massive shutdowns of production facilities, the abandonment of billion-dollar decarbonization projects, and the loss of tens of thousands of jobs. The key reason is the inability of European governments to ensure competitive electricity prices for the metallurgical […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe fluctuated in September due to seasonal factors]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/electricity-prices-in-europe-fluctuated-in-september-due-to-seasonal-factors/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:29:36 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=114082 In the EU, average monthly wholesale prices for day-ahead trading in September showed mixed dynamics. Trends in Europe According to Ember (as of October 2, 2025), this price on European markets, in particular, was: Italy – €108.83/MWh (-10.4% month-on-month); France – €33.65/MWh (-37.9%); Germany – €81.84/MWh (+5.2%); Spain – €60/MWh (-12%); Sweden – €41.93/MWh (-0.9%). […]

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]]> <![CDATA[An increase in state monopoly tariffs is completely unacceptable for Ukraine’s iron and steel sector – Kametstal CEO]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/an-increase-in-state-monopoly-tariffs-is-completely-unacceptable-for-ukraine-s-iron-and-steel-sector-kametstal-ceo/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:11:17 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113828 The increase in railway tariffs and tariffs for the transmission and dispatching of electricity in the context of unfavorable conditions on the world market could lead to a critical decline in the competitiveness of Ukrainian steelmakers. At the same time, the country is losing strategically important scrap due to loopholes in export duties, and the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Iron and steel companies need realistic and stable electricity prices – Mauro Longobardo]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/iron-and-steel-companies-need-realistic-and-stable-electricity-prices-mauro-longobardo/ Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:27:56 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113738 Realistic and stable electricity prices are key to supporting current and future investors in Ukraine’s steel and mining industries. This can be achieved by introducing a price cap for energy-intensive enterprises and long-term contracts with fixed rates, as well as by increasing price competition between state-owned energy producers. This was stated by Mauro Longobardo, CEO […]

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]]> <![CDATA[FEU opposes the increase in current electricity distribution tariffs for enterprises]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/feu-opposes-the-increase-in-current-electricity-distribution-tariffs-for-enterprises/ Wed, 17 Sep 2025 07:58:28 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113402 The Federation of Employers of Ukraine (FEU) has opposed the increase in current electricity distribution tariffs for enterprises According to the Federation, the regulator, the National Commission for State Regulation in Energy and Utilities (NEURC), has provided for an increase in electricity distribution tariffs for Mykolaivoblenergo, Sumyoblenergo, and PJSC PEEM CEK from October 1, 2025, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe fell in August amid declining demand and gas prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/electricity-prices-in-europe-fell-in-august-amid-declining-demand-and-gas-prices/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:45:49 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=112963 In the EU, average monthly wholesale prices for day-ahead trading fell overall compared to July. August trends According to Ember (as of September 2, 2025), this price on European markets, in particular, was: Italy – €109.07/MWh (-3.7% m/m); France – €78.01/MWh (-1.7%); Germany – €77.67/MWh (-13.7%); Spain – €69.09/MWh (-6.5%); Sweden – €42.4/MWh (+44.8%). Last […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Direct contracts with Energoatom will make it possible to avoid the impact of rising energy prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/direct-contracts-with-energoatom-will-make-it-possible-to-avoid-the-impact-of-rising-energy-prices/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:30:38 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112372 High electricity prices in Ukraine affect not only the cost of an individual enterprise directly, but also through the supply chain – through the selling prices of energy-intensive production facilities of suppliers. This makes Ukrainian suppliers uncompetitive and forces them to buy cheaper imported products. GMK Center presents the thesis of Igor Kandaurov, Head of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Cement companies need support regarding electricity transmission tariffs]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/cement-companies-need-support-regarding-electricity-transmission-tariffs/ Wed, 13 Aug 2025 05:00:20 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112165 Rising electricity prices negatively affect all energy-intensive export-oriented industries, including cement manufacturers. What does the cement industry propose to solve this problem? GMK Center presents the main points of the speech by Lyudmila Kripka, Executive Director of the Ukrcement Association, at the round table “Ukraine’s electricity market: challenges for industry and the iron and steel […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Three recommendations for the development of the Ukrainian energy system]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/three-recommendations-for-the-development-of-the-ukrainian-energy-system/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:15 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112357 The Ukrainian energy system should not only pursue integration into the European energy market, but also utilize solutions already developed in Europe. GMK Center presents the main points of the speech by Dixi Group President Olena Pavlenko at the round table “Ukraine’s electricity market: challenges for industry and the iron and steel complex.” A double […]

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]]> <![CDATA[How to reduce the burden of high electricity prices on industry]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/how-to-reduce-the-burden-of-high-electricity-prices-on-industry/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:00:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112418 Ill-conceived state policy has created obstacles to the green transitionState energy policy in times of war should be aimed at finding a balance between the interests of both energy producers and industrial consumers. The ways to solve the problem of high electricity prices include Energoatom selling a certain amount of electricity under direct long-term contracts, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Business needs long-term access to cross-border electricity imports]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/business-needs-long-term-access-to-cross-border-electricity-imports/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:00:57 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112265 For normal market planning, and not just working on spot markets, electricity importers must have a guarantee that they will be able to supply resources to Ukraine. Currently, only short-term contracts are available for booking interstate crossings. Holding auctions for access to crossings for longer periods of time will balance the markets and make their […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe increased significantly in July]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/electricity-prices-in-europe-increased-significantly-in-july/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:05:19 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=112407 In the EU, the average monthly wholesale day-ahead prices were higher than in June, which was, in particular, caused by weather conditions in the region at the beginning of the month. According to Ember data (as of August 5, 2025), they were as follows: Italy – €113.33/MWh (+ 1.4% m/m); France – €79.38/MWh (+ 1.9 […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Under pressure: expensive electricity has become a burden for Ukrainian industry]]> https://gmk.center/en/posts/under-pressure-expensive-electricity-has-become-a-burden-for-ukrainian-industry/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:54:39 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=posts&p=112298 Representatives of energy-intensive industries are calling on government officials to review their approaches to the functioning and regulation of the domestic electricity market in order to preserve the country’s industrial potential – the current situation with prices for large producers is close to critical. This was discussed at the round table “Ukraine’s electricity market: challenges […]

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]]> <![CDATA[All participants in the energy market need predictable electricity prices]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/all-participants-in-the-energy-market-need-predictable-electricity-prices/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:11:23 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112125 Understanding the price of electricity for a quarter, half-year, or year will allow end consumers to better forecast their own production. Similarly, without understanding prices more than a month in advance, generating companies cannot plan repairs or production activities. GMK Center presents the main points of the speech by Roman Bekuzarov, Deputy Commercial Director of […]

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]]> <![CDATA[What is currently happening on the Ukrainian energy market]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/what-is-currently-happening-on-the-ukrainian-energy-market/ Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:00:23 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112201 The current model of the Ukrainian energy market has already accumulated a sufficient number of critical problems, which have been exacerbated by the consequences of full-scale aggression. Further ignoring these problems in the context of the war could lead to catastrophic consequences for the energy sector and the entire Ukrainian economy. GMK Center presents the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[If electricity prices continue to rise, Ukraine risks losing its large industrial sector, particularly steel industry]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/if-electricity-prices-continue-to-rise-ukraine-risks-losing-its-large-industrial-sector-particularly-steel-industry/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 07:21:22 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112160 In recent years, the cost of electricity and tariffs for its transmission and distribution in Ukraine have risen significantly, which has had an extremely negative impact on the financial and economic performance of energy-intensive enterprises. In particular, the share of electricity costs in the cost of ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih’s sales in 2021 was 7%, and […]

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]]> <![CDATA[We need to find a fair and competitive electricity price]]> https://gmk.center/en/opinion/we-need-to-find-a-fair-and-competitive-electricity-price/ Fri, 01 Aug 2025 08:12:03 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=opinion&p=112034 Unfortunately, we are a very energy-intensive company. Under current conditions, we consume approximately 250 MWh, and that’s not even at full production capacity. Before the war electricity used accounted for 7% of our price of products. That share has now risen to 20%. Analyzing electricity prices, particularly in months that should be the cheapest – […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The regulator raised price caps on the electricity market during evening peak hours by 1.6 times]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-regulator-raised-price-caps-on-the-electricity-market-during-evening-peak-hours-by-1-6-times/ Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:56:38 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=111866 The National Commission for State Regulation of Energy and Public Utilities (NEURC) has raised the ceiling prices on the electricity market in the evening hours (from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.) by 1.6 times, Interfax Ukraine reports. The decision will take effect on July 31, 2025. According to the resolution, from 17:00 to 23:00, the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Electricity prices in Europe showed mixed trends in June]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/electricity-prices-in-europe-showed-mixed-trends-in-june/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:00:57 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=111074 In the EU, average monthly wholesale prices for day-ahead trading in June 2025 showed mixed trends, depending on the market. According to Ember (as of July 4, 2025), they were as follows: Italy – €111.77/MWh (+17.4% month-on-month); France – €40.9/MWh (+2.1 times); Germany – €64.14/MWh (-3.9%); Spain – €72.88/MWh (+4.6 times); Sweden – €19.83/MWh (-45.6%). […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Steel market participants warn of risks in the new EU state aid program]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/new-eu-state-aid-program-will-depend-on-implementation-at-national-levels/ Fri, 04 Jul 2025 12:57:24 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=111014 Steel market participants and industry observers warn that the new EU state aid framework program designed to support the Clean Industry Agreement (CISAF) could be undermined by uneven implementation at the national level, Fastmarkets reports. Eurometal President Alexandre Julius noted that the association welcomes the new system as a step in the right direction, especially […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The European Commission has adopted a new state aid system for clean industry]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-european-commission-has-adopted-a-new-state-aid-system-for-clean-industry/ Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:09:12 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=110695 On June 25, the European Commission adopted a new state aid system to support the Clean Industry Agreement (CISAF). The new system allows member states to promote the development of clean energy, industrial decarbonization, and clean technologies. CISAF defines the conditions under which countries can provide support for certain investments and objectives in accordance with […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ArcelorMittal calls for fair pricing in the electricity market]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/arcelormittal-calls-for-fair-pricing-in-the-electricity-market/ Fri, 27 Jun 2025 05:02:22 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=110673 ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih PJSC calls for fair pricing in the Ukrainian electricity market. This is stated in a column by Serhiy Lavrynenko, Deputy CEO for Metallurgical Production at the company, for Delo.ua. He notes that the company is currently on the brink of survival. This is not about the challenges of wartime, to which it […]

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