Adani Group to slow down on dealmaking to focus on existing projects

India’s ports-to-power giant Adani Group will go slower on acquisitions this year as cost of capital has risen globally, the company said, signaling reduced dealmaking at the conglomerate which has rapidly grown by acquiring assets.

Adani’s listed shares in India have clawed back some $50 billion in its market capital after a rout triggered by U.S. short-seller Hindenburg’s report alleging improper use of tax havens and flagging concerns over its debt levels. Adani called the report baseless, and has since garnered investor support and repaid debt.