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Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd

| Consolidated Financial Results for the Quarter and Year Ended March 31, 2026

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⬤30th Apr 26

Summary : Adani Ports reported strong FY26 consolidated financial growth, improved debt metrics, and strategic acquisitions, while navigating minor legal/regulatory matters.

Quarterly Report Analysis & Insights

Financial Disclosures

  1. Consolidated Total Expenses: ₹26,055.72 Cr (FY26) vs ₹19,245.56 Cr (FY25)
  2. Major consolidated expense components (FY26): Operating Expenses (₹11,234.33 Cr), Finance Costs (₹3,832.70 Cr), Depreciation & Amortisation (₹5,517.38 Cr)
  3. Consolidated Revenue from Operations: ₹38,735.77 Cr (FY26) vs ₹30,475.33 Cr (FY25)
  4. Consolidated Segment-wise Revenue (FY26): Port and SEZ activities (₹33,532.00 Cr), Others (Logistics/Transportation) (₹5,438.60 Cr)
  5. Consolidated Net Cash generated from Operating Activities: ₹20,356.25 Cr (FY26) vs ₹17,226.28 Cr (FY25)
  6. Consolidated Net Cash used in Investing Activities: ₹(13,190.70) Cr (FY26) vs ₹(9,787.27) Cr (FY25)
  7. Consolidated Net Cash used in Financing Activities: ₹(5,483.40) Cr (FY26) vs ₹(6,915.52) Cr (FY25)
  8. Increase in defined benefit obligations due to new Labour Codes (₹145.64 Cr consolidated, ₹74.93 Cr standalone)
  9. Consolidated Total Assets: ₹1,85,314.76 Cr (Mar 31, 2026) vs ₹1,35,332.23 Cr (Mar 31, 2025)
  10. Consolidated Total Equity: ₹98,981.48 Cr (Mar 31, 2026) vs ₹64,973.34 Cr (Mar 31, 2025)
  11. Consolidated Non-Current Borrowings: ₹50,424.16 Cr (Mar 31, 2026) vs ₹35,830.68 Cr (Mar 31, 2025)
  12. Consolidated Cash and Cash Equivalents: ₹5,161.55 Cr (Mar 31, 2026) vs ₹3,406.32 Cr (Mar 31, 2025)
  13. SEBI found no non-compliance regarding related party transactions in past investigations
  14. Consolidated results show significantly higher revenue, profit, and assets compared to standalone
  15. Standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) declined to ₹1,792.80 Cr in FY26 from ₹2,916.16 Cr in FY25, while consolidated PAT increased

Corporate Overview

  1. India (Gujarat, various states)
  2. International (Singapore, Australia, Middle East, Sri Lanka, Africa)
  3. Regulatory scrutiny (short seller report, US DOJ/SEC investigations on director)
  4. Managing integration of acquisitions
  5. Potential impact of new Labour Codes on liabilities
  6. Ports and Special Economic Zone (SEZ) development
  7. Logistics and transportation business
  8. Agri Logistics
  9. Container Terminals
  10. Positive, focused on compliance and growth
  11. Confident in financial performance and strategic direction
  12. Port and SEZ activities
  13. Logistics and transportation business
  14. Implied expansion through strategic acquisitions and infrastructure development
  15. Acquisition of Abbot Point Port Holdings Pte. Ltd. (Australia) for AUD 3,975 million
  16. Ongoing infrastructure development activities
  17. Tender offer for Senior Notes and subsequent cancellation

Risk Factors

  1. Ongoing legal scrutiny on non-executive director.
  2. Integration challenges for recent acquisitions.
  3. Impact of new labor codes on liabilities.
  4. Fluctuations in operating and net profit margins.

Key Drivers

  1. Strong revenue growth across segments.
  2. Improved debt-to-equity and coverage ratios.
  3. Strategic acquisitions expanding global footprint.
  4. Increased dividend payout for shareholders.

Auditor’s Report

  1. Unmodified opinion on Consolidated Annual Financial Results for FY ended March 31, 2026
  2. Unmodified opinion on Standalone Annual Financial Results for FY ended March 31, 2026
  3. Unmodified opinion on Security Cover for Non-Convertible Debentures
  4. Reliance on other auditors' reports for subsidiaries and joint ventures
  5. Conversion adjustments for financial statements of foreign entities to Indian GAAP
  6. Materiality assessment of unaudited financial statements for certain subsidiaries and joint ventures
  7. Verification of security cover computation for Non-Convertible Debentures

Board Commentary

  1. Dr. Ajay Kumar appointed Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent) on April 30, 2026
  2. Mr. Rakshit Shah ceased as Senior Management Personnel, transitioned to new role within Adani Group on April 30, 2026
  3. M/s. Ernst & Young LLP appointed Internal Auditor, replacing Mr. Amrendra Kumar Sinha due to organizational restructuring on April 30, 2026
  4. Recommended dividend of ₹7.50 per equity share (375% on ₹2 face value) for FY 2025-26
  5. Dividend subject to approval at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  6. Record Date for dividend: June 12, 2026; Payment on or after June 25, 2026
  7. Legal and regulatory scrutiny related to past short seller report and ongoing US investigations
  8. Impact of new Labour Codes on defined benefit obligations
  9. Short seller report allegations in FY22-23 disposed by Supreme Court/SEBI with no non-compliance found regarding related party transactions; allegations closed without penalty
  10. US DOJ indictment and US SEC civil complaint against a non-executive director in FY24-25; company not named, matter pending
  11. Acquisition of Abbot Point Port Holdings Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) for AUD 3,975 million in FY26
  12. Tender offer to purchase US$ 345.137 million 4.00% Senior Notes due 2027 and US$ 150 million 3.10% Senior Notes due 2031; notes cancelled
  13. Private Placement of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) for ₹1,000 crore on February 23, 2026

Corporate Governance

  1. Auditors confirmed compliance with Code of Ethics
  2. Appointment of Dr. Ajay Kumar as Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent)
  3. Audit Committee reviewed and recommended financial results
  4. Nomination and Remuneration Committee recommended director appointment
  5. Past allegations from short seller report (closed with no penalty)
  6. Ongoing US DOJ/SEC investigation against a non-executive director (company not named, matter pending)

Management Discussion & Analysis

Future Strategy

  1. Continue strategic acquisitions in port and logistics sector
  2. Focus on debt management and optimization
  3. Prioritize compliance with SEBI regulations

Operational Focus Areas

  1. Ensuring compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations
  2. Managing legal and regulatory matters effectively
  3. Integrating acquired entities into the group's operations

Performance Drivers

  1. Strong revenue growth across segments
  2. Improved debt-to-equity and coverage ratios
  3. Increased operating cash flow
  4. Strategic acquisitions contributing to growth

Risk Control Measures

  1. Engaging legal counsel for ongoing investigations
  2. Management assessment of Labour Code impact on liabilities
  3. Adherence to compliance frameworks and ethical requirements

Critical Risks

  1. Ongoing legal and regulatory scrutiny (US DOJ/SEC investigation on non-executive director)
  2. Integration risks associated with recent acquisitions
  3. Potential increase in liabilities due to new Labour Codes
  4. Fluctuations in operating and net profit margins