Why Adani Energy Solutions Share Price is Falling

Imagine the thrill of waiting for a bright, sunny day after a week of gloomy skies. The excitement builds, you picture the warm rays and clear skies, and your plans feel set.

But then, just when the sun should be out, heavy clouds roll in, and it starts to pour. That sense of unexpected disappointment can hit hard, especially when you were so sure of good news.

A similar shift has taken place with the stock of Adani Green Energy Solutions. The Adani group company is a key player in the renewable energy sector and part of the Adani Group. It focuses on solar and wind energy to drive India's clean power transition.

Excitement was building around the company ahead of the MSCI index rejig. However, today the company is under investor limelight as its share price tumbled 10% in a single day as investors saw their high hopes turn sour.

Let's take a closer look at the news of MSCI index rejig to understand what led to this steep fall in Adani Green Energy share price.

MSCI Index Rejig

Adani Energy Solutions shares fell by 10.4%, after global index provider MSCI decided not to include the stock in its MSCI Global Standard Index.

This decision came as a surprise to the market, where expectations had been high that Adani Energy Solutions would be added to the index.

Instead, MSCI included five other Indian stocks: Voltas, BSE, Kalyan Jewellers, Oberoi Realty, and Alkem Labs. The exclusion stemmed from an earlier show-cause notice issued to Adani Energy Solutions by SEBI, related to potential misclassification of certain shareholders as public.

MSCI cited this notice, which was issued following allegations from Hindenburg, as a reason for the exclusion. The index provider stated it would not adjust Adani Energy's shares, foreign and domestic inclusion factors, or free float percentage in the upcoming review due to this ongoing uncertainty.

In October, Adani Energy Solutions had disclosed SEBI's show-cause notice to stock exchanges, which addressed alleged misclassification of specific shareholders in the public shareholding category.

This scrutiny extended to other Adani Group entities as well, with MSCI reducing the free float in Adani Green Energy and Adani Power.

The drop in Adani Energy Solutions share price reflects investor disappointment after missing out on MSCI index inclusion, which would have boosted the stock's global visibility and potentially increased foreign investment inflows.

What Next?

Adani Energy's growth strategy is set on three key pillars: expansion in transmission, scaling its distribution network, and accelerating smart metering deployment.

In transmission, the company targets new projects from upcoming bids valued at approximately Rs 85 billion (bn) over the next six to seven months.

This aligns with India's transmission sector potential, where Adani Energy aims to maintain or even expand its market share by securing projects worth around Rs 15-20 bn.

In distribution, the company continues investing in its network, with plans to add Rs 1 bn to its regulatory asset base (RAB) in Mumbai within the next quarter. These enhancements align with India's rising energy demand and position the company as a reliable supplier in the sector.

Smart metering is another major growth driver, with the company aiming to install 3-3.5 m meters in the next six months. This expansion will not only boost revenue but also align with government initiatives for energy efficiency, positioning Adani Energy as a key player in India's push towards a smarter infrastructure.

Financially, Adani Energy says it remains committed to maintaining a healthy balance sheet, with a net debt-to-EBITDA ratio at 3.1x.

Strategic capital discipline, seen in its recent QIP and partnership-led funding approach, allows the company to fund capex needs while keeping debt levels manageable. These measures are expected to drive a projected annual EBITDA growth of over 15%.

How Adani Energy Solutions Share Price has Performed Recently

In the past five days, Adani Energy Solutions share price has tumbled 1.7%. In the last month, it is down 5.7%.

In 2024, so far its share price has tumbled 9.9% and it has rallied 25.3% in the last one year.

The stock touched its 52-week high of Rs 1,347.9 on 1 August 2024 and a 52-week low of Rs 712.3 on 20 November 2023.

About Adani Energy Solutions

Adani Energy Solutions (formerly Adani Transmission Limited) is a prominent player in India's power transmission sector.

As a subsidiary of the Adani Group, it has rapidly expanded its operations to become the largest private-sector power transmission company in the country. The company's primary focus lies in the transmission of electricity.

It owns and operates an extensive network of high-voltage AC and DC transmission lines and substations across various regions of India. This infrastructure plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliable and efficient delivery of electricity to consumers.

While transmission remains the core business, Adani Energy Solutions is diversifying its operations. The company is venturing into other areas of the energy value chain.

To know more about the company, check out Adani Energy financial factsheet and its latest quarterly results.

For a sector overview, read our power sector report.

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