Global Electricity Trading Market Growth, Share, Size, Trends and Forecast (2025 - 2031)

By Type;

Day-ahead Trading, and Intraday Trading.

By Trading Mechanism;

Bilateral Contracts, Power Exchanges, and Over-the-Counter (OTC) Trading.

By Resource Type;

Conventional (Fossil Fuels), Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hydro, etc.).

By Application;

Industrial, Commercial , and Residential.

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031).
Report ID: Rn215506416 Published Date: January, 2025 Updated Date: February, 2025

Introduction

Global Electricity Trading Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Electricity Trading Market was valued at USD 10746.40 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 15121.27 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.

The global electricity trading market plays a crucial role in the energy sector, facilitating the buying and selling of electricity across various regions and markets. As demand for energy continues to rise and the global energy landscape evolves, electricity trading has become an essential component in optimizing energy distribution and balancing supply with demand. This market enables utilities, energy producers, and consumers to engage in transactions that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure a more reliable electricity supply. The growing integration of renewable energy sources and advancements in grid technology have further intensified the need for dynamic electricity trading platforms to accommodate fluctuating energy generation and consumption patterns.

Electricity trading is driven by a complex web of factors, including regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, market liberalization, and economic conditions. In liberalized markets, electricity prices are determined by supply and demand dynamics, with trading taking place on wholesale markets or through bilateral contracts. The emergence of sophisticated trading tools, such as power exchanges and online platforms, has made it easier for participants to trade electricity in real-time, allowing for more flexibility and efficiency. The increasing interconnection of regional and international power grids has also led to a rise in cross-border electricity trading, further expanding the global market and enhancing energy security.

The global electricity trading market is witnessing significant transformation, as countries and companies alike strive to meet their sustainability targets. The shift towards renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydropower, introduces volatility into the supply of electricity, making real-time trading more critical than ever. Additionally, innovations in energy storage technologies, smart grids, and artificial intelligence are enhancing the predictability and efficiency of electricity trading. As the market continues to grow and evolve, stakeholders across the value chain, including power producers, utilities, traders, and regulators, must adapt to new trends and challenges to ensure a balanced and sustainable energy future.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Trading Mechanism
    3. Market Snapshot, By Resource Type
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Global Electricity Trading Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Renewable Energy Integration
        2. Innovations in Smart Grid Technologies
        3. Regulatory Support
        4. Energy Market Liberalization
        5. Increasing Energy Demand
      2. Restraints
        1. Infrastructure Constraints
        2. Regulatory Uncertainty
        3. Cybersecurity Threats & Data Privacy Concerns
      3. Opportunities
        1. Distributed Energy Resources
        2. Energy Transition Initiatives
        3. Energy Storage Integration
        4. Digitalization and Data Analytics
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Technological Analysis
      2. Social Analysis
      3. Economic Analysis
      4. Political Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Global Electricity Trading Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Day-ahead Trading
      2. Intraday Trading
    2. Global Electricity Trading Market, By Trading Mechanism, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Bilateral Contracts
      2. Power Exchanges
      3. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Trading
    3. Global Electricity Trading Market, By Resource Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Conventional (Fossil Fuels)
      2. Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Hydro, etc.)
    4. Global Electricity Trading Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Industrial
      2. Commercial
      3. Residential
    5. Global Electricity Trading Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. BP Plc
      2. Deutsche Borse AG
      3. Equinor ASA
      4. Euronext N.V.
      5. Fortum Oyj
      6. Intercontinental Exchange Inc.
      7. Japan Electric Power Exchange
      8. NTPC Ltd.
      9. Power Exchange India Ltd.
      10. Tata Power Co. Ltd.
      11. Vattenfall AB
      12. Axpo Holding AG
      13. Energy Trading Co. Sro
      14. Indian Energy Exchange Ltd.
      15. JSW STEEL Ltd.
      16. Manikaran Power Ltd.
      17. Next Kraftwerke GmbH
      18. PTC India Ltd.
      19. Statkraft AS
      20. VECO Power Trading LLC
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market