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Market Reaction on January 23, 2026
Adani Group stocks faced heavy selling pressure on January 23, 2026, wiping out nearly $12.5 billion in market capitalization. The sharp fall came amid fresh developments in the ongoing US SEC investigation and weaker-than-expected quarterly results from key group companies.
While the Nifty slipped just 0.95%, most Adani stocks significantly underperformed, reflecting heightened investor caution.
Major Adani Stock Declines
- Adani Enterprises: Fell 10.81% to Rs 1,861 amid high intraday volatility.
- Adani Energy Solutions: Dropped 10.57% to Rs 827.20 after Q3 results.
- Adani Green Energy: Slid 13–14%, leading losses within the group.
- Ambuja Cements: Declined nearly 6%.
- Adani Power: Lost over 5% during the session.
US SEC Probe: What Triggered the Sell-Off
The sell-off intensified after reports that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sought court approval to email summons directly to Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani.
The case relates to an alleged $265 million bribery and fraud scheme linked to solar power contracts involving Adani Green Energy. The allegations, unsealed in November 2024, accuse the group of violating US securities laws through misleading disclosures.
Adani Group has strongly denied the allegations, calling them baseless and stating it will pursue all legal remedies.
Key Financial Highlights
Adani Energy Solutions reported mixed Q3 FY26 results:
- Net profit declined 8% YoY to Rs 574 crore.
- Revenue grew 15.7% YoY to Rs 6,944 crore.
- EBITDA touched a record high.
- Profit before tax rose 43% YoY to Rs 801 crore.
However, higher tax expenses offset operational gains, adding to investor disappointment.
Analyst View & Outlook
Analysts believe that despite strong operational performance in several Adani businesses, regulatory uncertainty remains a key overhang. Year-to-date 2026, most Adani stocks have lagged broader benchmarks.
Market experts advise a cautious approach until greater clarity emerges on the US SEC probe, even as the group continues to highlight its long-term infrastructure and energy growth story.
Bottom Line: Until legal clouds clear, Adani stocks may remain volatile, with sentiment-driven moves outweighing fundamentals.