Shares of India's NTPC Green Energy, the renewable energy arm of power producer NTPC, jumped as much as 14% in their trading debut on Wednesday, as investors bet on the country's growing clean energy needs.

The company’ prospects in the renewable energy space make it a suitable option for long term investors, say analysts.

NTPC Green Energy shares debuted on November 27 at ₹111.50, reflecting a modest premium. Despite a subdued start, the stock rose to ₹122.65, with analysts recommending a long-term investment strategy due to strong fundamentals in India’s renewable energy sector.

India's NTPC Green Energy, the renewable energy arm of power producer NTPC climbed 3.24% in pre-open debut trade on Wednesday as traders bet on the country's growing clean energy needs. The stock listed at 111.

NTPC Green Energy made its debut on the stock market on Wednesday, November 27, with a somewhat lukewarm reception.

Shares of NTPC Green, which launched its initial public offering (IPO) for public subscription from November 19 to November 22, debuted on the stock exchange today at a 3.2% premium over IPO price. The stock debuted at Rs 111.

By 10:40 am, NTPC Green shares climbed further to Rs 120.80, signalling strong post-listing momentum. The upward movement in NTPC Green's share price defied expectations of a muted debut.

The company received a total of Rs 15,406 crore from investors. The retail investors bid for 293 million shares against 81.48 million shares.

The much-awaited IPO was listed on6, 2024. Maharatna PSU NTPC-backed NTPC Green Energy debuted by more than 3% on BSE and NSE after its Rs 10,000 crore IPO was fully subscribed last week.

NTPC Green Energy shares rose in their trading debut after it raised more than $1 billion in its initial public offering, becoming the latest Indian company to tap a buoyant equity market. Shares were recently at 122.