Rajiv Jain's GQG Partners Increases Stakes in 5 Adani Group Companies with Rs 5,094 Crore Investment
In a significant vote of confidence for the Adani Group, Rajiv Jain-backed GQG Partners executed large block deals on Tuesday to increase its holdings across five major Adani companies. The investment firm deployed a substantial Rs 5,094 crore through multiple transactions, purchasing shares from Reliance Trust across key entities in the conglomerate's portfolio.
Strategic Investment Across Diverse Sectors
GQG Partners expanded its exposure to the Adani Group by acquiring additional stakes in companies spanning critical infrastructure sectors including energy generation, renewable power, port operations, and power transmission. The transactions were executed through GQG Partners International Equity CIT, with all shares being sold by Reliance Trust Institutional Retirement Trust Series Eleven.
Detailed Breakdown of Transactions
1. Adani Enterprises: Rs 1,315.20 Crore
GQG Partners purchased approximately 53.42 lakh shares in Adani Enterprises through three separate block deals at a price of Rs 2,462 per share, totaling Rs 1,315.20 crore. This represents the largest single investment among the five transactions.
The flagship company's shares closed at Rs 2,439 on the NSE on Tuesday, declining by Rs 23 or 0.93% compared to Monday's closing price. As of September 30, 2025, GQG held a 1.75% stake in Adani Enterprises, representing approximately 2.01 crore shares.
2. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone: Rs 1,103.14 Crore
The investment firm acquired nearly 73.17 lakh shares in Adani Ports through two tranches at Rs 1,507.60 per share, with a total deal value of Rs 1,103.14 crore.
Adani Ports shares ended trading at Rs 1,491.20, down Rs 16.40 or 1.09% from the previous day's close. GQG's existing stake as of September 30, 2025, stood at 2.42%, equivalent to over 5.21 crore shares in the ports and logistics major.
3. Adani Green Energy: Rs 842.53 Crore
In the renewable energy sector, GQG Partners bought over 77.39 lakh shares of Adani Green Energy across three tranches at Rs 1,088.60 per share. The aggregate investment amounted to Rs 842.53 crore.
The renewable energy company's shares closed at Rs 1,077.20 on the NSE, declining by Rs 11.40 or 1.05%. Prior to this transaction, GQG held a 2.46% stake in Adani Green Energy, representing over 4.04 crore shares as of September 30, 2025.
4. Adani Energy Solutions: Rs 551.08 Crore
GQG acquired over 53.94 lakh shares in Adani Energy Solutions through two tranches at a price of Rs 1,021.55 per share, totaling Rs 551.08 crore.
As of September 30, 2025, GQG held a 1.86% stake in the power transmission and distribution company, representing over 2.23 crore shares.
5. Adani Power: Rs 1,281.57 Crore
The investment firm purchased over 83.61 lakh shares in Adani Power across three tranches at Rs 153.28 per share, representing a deal size of Rs 1,281.57 crore. This marked the second-largest transaction among the five companies.
GQG's existing holding in Adani Power as of September 30, 2025, stood at 1.54%, equivalent to over 29.23 crore shares.
About GQG Partners
GQG Partners is a specialized investment boutique that manages global and emerging market equity portfolios for institutional investors, financial advisors, and individual clients worldwide. The firm, led by veteran investor Rajiv Jain, has established a notable presence in Indian markets through strategic investments in various large-cap companies.
GQG's Commitment to Adani Group
GQG Partners has emerged as a significant institutional investor in the Adani Group, consistently demonstrating confidence in the conglomerate's business model and growth prospects. The firm's latest investment further solidifies its long-term commitment to the group's diverse portfolio spanning infrastructure, energy, and logistics sectors.
Market Context and Implications
The substantial investment comes at a time when institutional participation remains crucial for market confidence in large conglomerates. GQG's decision to deploy over Rs 5,000 crore across multiple Adani entities signals:
- Strong institutional confidence in the group's operational performance
- Long-term growth potential in India's infrastructure and energy sectors
- Strategic positioning in businesses with monopolistic or near-monopolistic characteristics
- Diversification across renewable energy, traditional power, ports, and transmission infrastructure
Transaction Structure
All transactions were executed as block deals, which are large-volume trades negotiated privately between parties and executed on the exchange in a single transaction. The seller across all five deals was Reliance Trust Institutional Retirement Trust Series Eleven, indicating a potential portfolio rebalancing or allocation adjustment by the trust.
The block deal mechanism allowed for efficient execution of large volumes without significantly impacting market prices, though all five stocks experienced modest declines on the day of the transaction.
Sector-wise Investment Distribution
GQG's investment strategy demonstrates diversification across the Adani Group's key business verticals:
- Infrastructure and Conglomerate: Adani Enterprises (Rs 1,315.20 crore)
- Ports and Logistics: Adani Ports (Rs 1,103.14 crore)
- Thermal Power: Adani Power (Rs 1,281.57 crore)
- Renewable Energy: Adani Green Energy (Rs 842.53 crore)
- Power Transmission: Adani Energy Solutions (Rs 551.08 crore)
This allocation reflects a balanced approach across traditional and renewable energy assets, while maintaining exposure to critical infrastructure through ports and the flagship enterprise.
Future Outlook
GQG Partners' continued investment in the Adani Group underscores the firm's positive long-term outlook on India's infrastructure development story. As these companies execute their expansion plans and capitalize on India's growing energy and logistics needs, institutional investors like GQG are positioning themselves to benefit from the anticipated growth trajectory.
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