Adani Group Eyes E-Commerce and Payments Ventures: Report

Expanding Horizons in India’s Digital Payments Market

The Adani Group, a powerhouse in India’s ports-to-power sector, is making strategic moves to enter the booming digital payments and e-commerce markets. According to a recent report by the Financial Times, the conglomerate is seeking a license to operate on India’s public digital payments network and is in discussions with banks to launch a co-branded credit card.

So far, four of the seven group companies have surpassed pre-Hinderburg report levels, including Adani Enterprises' intraday recovery on Friday.

A Lucrative Market

The potential for growth in India’s digital payments sector is immense. A report by Mordor Intelligence projects that the market will surge from $357.51 billion in 2024 to a staggering $814.43 billion by 2029. Currently, PhonePe leads the market with a 48.9% share, followed by Google Pay at 37.7%.

Adani’s Strategic Moves

If successful in obtaining the necessary approvals, the Adani Group will compete with established players like Google Pay and Walmart-backed PhonePe. The group’s entry into this market is part of a broader strategy to enhance its consumer business offerings. This expansion plan aligns with Adani’s vision to invest $84 billion in infrastructure over the next decade.

E-Commerce Endeavors

In addition to digital payments, the Adani Group is exploring opportunities in e-commerce. The conglomerate is in talks to leverage India’s government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) platform. These services would be integrated into Adani’s consumer app, Adani One, which launched in December 2022.

Navigating Challenges

The Adani Group’s recent ventures come in the wake of overcoming significant challenges. In January 2023, a report by US short-seller Hindenburg accused the group of stock manipulation and misuse of tax havens, causing a significant sell-off in its listed shares. The group denied these allegations, and subsequent investigations by India’s markets watchdog and top court found no further action was needed.

Despite these hurdles, four of the seven Adani Group companies have surpassed their pre-Hindenburg report levels, showcasing resilience and recovery in the market. Adani Enterprises, the flagship firm, has seen a notable intraday recovery, with shares currently about 4% below pre-report levels.

Conclusion

As Adani Group embarks on its journey into digital payments and e-commerce, the conglomerate’s efforts signal a robust strategy to diversify and strengthen its consumer business portfolio. With significant investments and strategic collaborations, Adani is poised to become a formidable player in India’s digital economy.

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