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Birla’s $1.8 bn bet to catch up in renewables comes with risks attached

The Sprng Energy acquisition gives Aditya Birla Renewables instant scale and diversification. But high leverage, execution delays and margin pressures point to a tough test ahead.

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Birla’s $1.8 bn bet to catch up in renewables comes with risks attached

The Sprng Energy acquisition gives Aditya Birla Renewables instant scale and diversification. But high leverage, execution delays and margin pressures point to a tough test ahead.

28 July, 2026•10 min

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28 July, 2026•10 min

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Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...

Birla’s $1.8 bn bet to catch up in renewables comes with risks attached

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