French power for March 14 settles at EUR 109.49 /MWh: EPEX

The French power price for March 14, 2026, settled at EUR 109.49 per megawatt-hour (MWh) according to EPEX SPOT, reflecting continued volatility in European electricity markets. This price follows broader trends observed in 2024, during which French spot prices experienced significant fluctuations, including periods of low or negative pricing, as production from decarbonized sources (e.g., nuclear and renewables) outpaced demand according to RTE France.

EPEX SPOT’s data highlights the dynamic nature of European power markets, with France’s average annual spot price in 2024 falling below Germany’s for the first time since 2011, a shift attributed to structural changes in generation mix and demand patterns as reported by RTE France. The recent EUR 109.49/MWh level underscores ongoing challenges in balancing supply and demand, particularly as weather conditions, grid constraints, and interconnector capacities influence short-term pricing.

Looking ahead, EPEX SPOT is expanding its offerings in the Baltic region, with plans to launch Day-Ahead and Intraday Auction markets in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania by 2026 according to EPEX SPOT. These developments aim to enhance liquidity and transparency across European power trading, supporting market integration and resilience.

For investors and market participants, the current price environment emphasizes the importance of monitoring real-time data and regional market dynamics, as well as the evolving regulatory and infrastructural landscape shaping Europe’s energy transition.

EPEX SPOT's market expansion plans and trading data: EPEX SPOT’s market expansion plans and trading data.
Analysis of French and European electricity price trends: Analysis of French and European electricity price trends from RTE France and EPEX SPOT.