Volue says battery storage returns increasingly hinge on trading optimization as regulation markets saturate

Volue published a market analysis warning battery storage returns are shifting from hardware economics to trading and bidding discipline. Frequency regulation is becoming crowded, pushing operators toward multi-market strategies that pair high-value services with arbitrage. Grid congestion relief remains largely off-limits for batteries in most jurisdictions due to market distortion concerns, limiting a potential revenue stream. The report flags rising exposure to price uncertainty, citing US locational marginal price volatility, EU risk of a shift toward zonal pricing. It argues investor risk increases when operators lack credible price projections or hedging plans, including financial hedges or movable assets. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Volue ASA published the original content used to generate this news brief on October 13, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C) Copyr