The week of October 11–17, 2025, was characterized by stability and preparation across North American power markets. Mild autumn weather led to moderate electricity demand, while strong renewable generation—especially wind in Texas and the Midwest, and solar in California—kept prices steady and operating reserves ample. No major reliability events occurred in any ISO or RTO. Market operators used the period to focus on policy and planning priorities such as transmission expansion, interconnection reform, and readiness for winter operations. FERC’s October 16 meeting supported this trend by reinforcing grid planning and interconnection reforms nationwide.