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2021

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which company has announced to buy SoftBank-backed SB Energy in a $3.5 billion deal?
A
Reliance Power
B
Tata Power SED
C
Adani Green Energy
D
Rockwell Collins
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has completed the acquisition of SB Energy India for USD 3.5 billion, the company stated on Monday.

Detailed explanation-2: -With this deal, SB Energy India is now a 100% subsidiary of AGEL. Earlier, it was a 80:20 joint venture between Japan-based SoftBank Group Corp and Bharti Group.

Detailed explanation-3: -Adani Green Energy, part of the Gautam Adani-owned Adani group, has completed its deal to acquire SB Energy India for $3.5 billion, the largest acquisition yet in India’s renewable energy sector.

Detailed explanation-4: -This order is a repeat order from Adani Green Energy Ltd. and is in addition to the existing order of 226.8 MW as announced on 13th August 2021. Suzlon will execute the project with a scope of supply, installation, and commissioning. Additionally, Suzlon will offer post-commissioning operation and maintenance services.

Detailed explanation-5: -The transaction pegs SB Energy India at an enterprise valuation of $3.5 billion (approximately Rs 26, 000 crore) and marks the largest acquisition in the renewable energy sector in India, it stated.

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