Analysis published 18 May 2026

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Adani Power (533096) May 2026 Filing Analysis

01 · Management Credibility

Does management do what it says?

MetDISCOM Payment and Collection Risk
85/100

The commitment is confirmed as the company has received the Letter of Award for the 3,200 MW long-term PPA from Assam DISCOM for the Chapar project. (1 met across 1 tracked commitment)

(1) APL has received Letter of Award for a 3,200 MW long term PPA from Assam DISCOM

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.26
Renewable Capacity as Percentage of Total Portfolio

Target to expand total power generation capacity to 41,870 MW by FY32. — target: 41,870 MW

Target Capacity 41,870 MW ... 13 Projects by FY32 Locked-in Capacity

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.12
Fuel Mix Transition from Thermal to Renewable

Incorporation of SPVs for investment in nuclear power projects and identifying sites. — target: Nuclear power investment

We have incorporated several SPVs in India for investment in nuclear power projects. We are identifying sites for these projects and seeking necessary approvals.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.5
Other Findings

Targeting EBITDA of INR 50,000 crore by FY 2031. — target: INR 50,000 crore (+1 more commitment)

So, Bharat Bhai, we should be in a position to achieve INR50,000 crore conservatively by FY 2031.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.15

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02 · Business Model

How durable is the business?

Cross-Border Electricity Trade Expansion
80/100

While primarily India-focused, the company has signaled a geographic shift by incorporating a project in Bhutan, marking its first major move beyond Indian territory. (1 expanding)

We are expanding our area of focus beyond the Indian territory... We have recently incorporated an SPV in Bhutan setting up a 570-megawatt hydro power plant.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.5
Record Peak Power Demand Growth
80/100

The company is aggressively expanding its scale, having acquired Vidarbha Industries Power (600 MW) and progressing on 4,800 MW of capacity expansion out of a 12,520 MW target by 2030. (5 expanding)

Power Demand in key States (BU)* ... Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.17
CERC Regulated Return on Equity Framework
75/100

The company is aggressively expanding its PPA-tied capacity, having won 9 GW of new long-term bids and increasing the portfolio tie-up from 88% to approximately 91% to reduce merchant volatility. (4 expanding, 1 contracting)

These PPAs provide availability-based fixed charges, offering stable per-megawatt EBITDA... As you may be aware, the fuel cost is pass-through for the PPAs.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.6
Vertical Integration Across Power Value Chain
75/100

The company is successfully reducing merchant exposure by tying up more capacity in long-term contracts. Contracted sales volume share increased from 80% to 82% year-over-year for the quarter. (1 expanding, 1 stable)

63% Near-pithead Fuel cost advantage... 87% of domestic coal-based capacity has fuel security in form of long-term FSAs

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.26
Debt-to-Equity Ratio and Interest Coverage
73/100

The company's leverage profile continues to improve, with Net Debt to Continuing EBITDA dropping to 1.78x (TTM) from the previously noted 2.12x. (3 expanding, 2 shifted)

Net Debt to Continuing EBITDA ... FY19 9.75x ... FY26 2.12x ... Majority of the capital expenditure will be funded through Internal Accruals.

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.24

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03 · Future Growth

Where does growth come from?

Record Peak Power Demand Growth
78/100

The growth signal is accelerating as the government has raised the national thermal capacity target from 80 GW to 95 GW, and Adani Power has already locked in critical equipment (boilers, turbines) for 11.2 GW of its expansion. (3 accelerating, 2 steady across 5 signals, 1 leading indicator)

We are making excellent progress towards our goal of adding 23.7 gigawatts of thermal capacity by 2032.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.4
Renewable Capacity as Percentage of Total Portfolio
74/100

The company is actively executing 4,800 MW of its 12,520 MW target for 2030, with specific projects like Mahan Phase-II reaching 66% completion. This indicates a steady progression toward the long-term goal. (1 steady across 1 signal, 1 leading indicator)

Operating Capacity 18,150 MW + Locked-in Capacity 23,720 MW = Target Capacity 41,870 MW

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.12
Balance Sheet Leverage and Capital Intensity
74/100

The company has solidified its expansion trajectory by locking in 23,720 MW of additional capacity across 13 projects, with 100% land and equipment already secured. (2 steady, 2 new trend, 1 accelerating across 5 signals, 1 leading indicator)

Issuance of AA rated NCDs... Rs. 7,500 Crore... Funding of capacity expansion, loan repayment/prepayment, working capital

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.16
CERC Regulated Return on Equity Framework
70/100

Adani Power has successfully signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Uttar Pradesh Discom for 1,600 MW, bringing total fresh capacity tie-ups to 4,520 MW. This provides high revenue visibility. (1 new trend, 3 steady across 4 signals)

APL awarded PPA of 1,600 MW (gross) capacity for a period of 25 years by Maharashtra DISCOM... to be supplied from a greenfield 1,600 MW Ultra-supercritical thermal power project

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.16
Fuel Mix Transition from Thermal to Renewable
69/100

Adani Power is diversifying its energy portfolio by entering the nuclear power sector, identifying new sites for future projects.

We are also aligning ourselves to the emerging long-term opportunities in the power sector, such as nuclear power. We have incorporated several SPVs in India for investment in nuclear power projects.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.5

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04 · Risk

What could break the thesis?

Balance Sheet Leverage and Capital Intensity
90/100

Debt levels are intensifying as the company utilizes bridge financing for its massive 11.2 GW expansion and recent acquisitions. Total debt rose to INR 44,372 crores as of June 30, 2025, from INR 38,775 crores in March 2025. (5 intensifying, 2 high-severity)

Net Debt INR Cr 45,022 [as of 31st March 2026] ... 31,024 [as of 31st Mar 2025]

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.23
Weighted Average Tariff Realization
69/100

Merchant realizations have dropped to Rs. 6.51 per kWh from Rs. 7.60 in the same quarter last year, driven by lower imported coal prices and weather-induced demand sluggishness. (5 intensifying)

Merchant Realisation ₹/ kWh ... 5.93 [FY25] ... 5.3 [FY26]

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.35
Cross-Border Electricity Trade Expansion
60/100

The company faces significant payment collection risks and legal disputes regarding 'undisputed amounts' with the Bangladesh Power Development Board, which may require international arbitration. [CONCENTRATION]

As regards to the other issue probably which you are asking or seeking details about the undisputed amount and its regulation process... If it is not accepted by any of the parties, the party can approach Singapore International Arbitration Council.

Adani Power · Concall Transcript · May 2026 · p.9
Fuel Mix Transition from Thermal to Renewable
58/100

The company remains 90%+ thermal-based. However, the risk is currently easing as import coal prices (HBA Index) fell from $123/tonne to $104/tonne year-on-year, reducing fuel costs. (1 easing, 4 stable, 1 high-severity)

Technology ... Supercritical 51% ... Others 40% [Operating Capacity]

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.13
Debt-to-Equity Ratio and Interest Coverage
55/100

The Net Debt to Continuing EBITDA ratio has increased to 1.86x from 1.44x in March 2025, reflecting higher debt levels for expansion while EBITDA growth is constrained by lower realizations. (4 intensifying, 1 easing)

Net Total Debt / Continuing EBITDA (TTM) (times) ... 2.12x [at 31st March 2026] ... 1.44x [at 31st Mar 2025]

Adani Power · Investor PPT · May 2026 · p.23

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