National Grid released a set of H1 results which were broadly in line with our expectations. The underlying operating profit fell 6% but NG was able to post 6% growth in underlying EPS – broadly in line with our estimates – as the tax rate declined to 19.3% from 22.9% (US-driven) while the Electricity Transmission business in the UK performed well. The group confirmed its dividend policy. We stick to our Buy recommendation.
