Report published August 10, 2026
GS Utilities Daily: European Grid Infrastructure and Renewable Expansion (August 10, 2026)
Goldman Sachs · August 10, 2026
This report covers recent M&A activity by Public Power Corp, new grid development plans in Portugal, and updated US polysilicon trade policies. It also reiterates the long-term 'earnings super-cycle' outlook for the European utility sector due to electrification.
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Key Takeaways
- 1.Public Power Corp (PPC) acquired a 2 GW renewable energy portfolio across Poland and Hungary from ABO Energy.
- 2.Portugal approved a €1.58bn grid investment plan (PDIRD) for 2026-2030 to enhance infrastructure resilience and digitalization.
- 3.The US will impose 15% tariffs and Minimum Import Prices on polysilicon products starting December 2026.
Table of Contents
- Research you can’t miss from past two weeks
- PPC signs agreement for 2 GW RES portfolio in Poland and Hungary
- Portugal approves grid development plan for 2026-30 period
- US imposes 15% tariffs and minimum import prices on polysilicon products under section 232
- Other news
- Events to watch this week
- Research you need to read
Report data
Distribution of ratings/investment banking relationships — as of August 10, 2026.
| Metric | Estimate | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Investment in PowerGen | 2 trillion EUR | Electrification infrastructure investment |
| Power Consumption Growth | 5 percent per annum | Hyper-electrification scenario |
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