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    Premier Energies Limited

    PREMIERENE
    Capital Goods·23 Jan 2026
    Management Summary

    Premier Energies reported record revenue and profit in Q3 FY26, driven by strong utilization levels and a healthy order book of INR 13,723 crores. The company is aggressively expanding its cell and module capacities, with significant new lines scheduled for completion through September 2026, aiming for 10.6 GW cell and 11.1 GW module capacity. Strategic acquisitions in transformers and planned investments in ingot wafers and BESS are set to diversify and integrate operations, despite volatile input costs and a cautious approach to full backward integration in BESS.

    Highlights

    5

    • Achieved record revenue and profit numbers, indicating strong operational performance.

    • Order book of INR 13,723 crores provides healthy top-line and bottom-line visibility through FY28.

    • Successfully completed brownfield expansion, adding 400 MW cell and 350 MW module capacity with low capex.

    • 1.2 GW G12R TOPCon cell line is operating at 80% utilization and is expected to reach full utilization by February 2026.

    • Targeting improved cell efficiency from 25.2% to 25.8% by the end of the year using advanced process technologies.

    Concerns

    3

    • Depreciation expense has halved YoY due to accelerated depreciation on older Mono PERC lines, which are now fully depreciated, potentially increasing in future quarters as new lines commission.

    • Cost environment is volatile with some input costs rising sharply, though managed through hedging and cost pass-through.

    • Delay in full backward integration into BESS cell manufacturing due to lack of clarity on ALMM protection from the government.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    06 metrics
    1. 01Revenue & Profit—
    2. 02Depreciation (YoY)—-50%YoY
    3. 03Cell Realization0.14 $
    4. 04DCR Module Realization0.23 $
    5. 05Non-DCR Module Realization0.165 $

    Order Book

    high confidence

    Total Value

    ₹ 13,723 crores

    as of 2026-01-23

    quantified

    Execution

    70% to 75% of total order book due for execution over the next 12 months.

    Composition

    Mix2 products
    • Cells49.5%
    • Modules50.9%

    Share of order book by product

    Pipeline

    deal pipeline tcv

    Discussion pipeline is at the highest number of all times, indicating strong future demand.

    "The order book remains healthy, providing strong top-line and bottom-line visibility. All disclosed order books are signed and confirmed with advances received, not just framework agreements."

    Source:
    Prepared remarks

    Capital allocation

    3
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    ₹3,000 crores

    new plan — Total capex for the current calendar year across all segments.

    M&A

    Transcon

    acquisition · closed · Consideration ₹NaN (cash)

    M&A

    KSolare

    acquisition · pending regulatory

    Guidance & targets

    16
    CategoryTargetPriority
    Capacity Expansion
    1.2 GW G12R TOPCon cell line utilization
    100%
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    5.6 GW module line completion
    Completion
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    4.8 GW cell line completion
    Completion
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    2.2 GW cell line completion
    Completion
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    10 GW ingot wafer line construction
    Commencement
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    Transcon total capacity
    16.75 GVA
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    Aluminum frames commissioning
    Commissioning
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    BESS capacity
    6 GWh per phase
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    5 GW ingot wafer implementation (first phase)
    Completion
    		High
    Capacity Expansion
    5 GW ingot wafer implementation (second phase)
    Completion
    		Medium
    Efficiency Improvement
    Cell efficiency
    25.8%
    		High
    Total Capacity
    Total integrated cell and module capacity
    10.6 GW (cell), 11.1 GW (module)
    		High
    Revenue
    Transcon top line
    >INR 1000 crores
    		Medium
    Market Demand
    DCR market demand
    >30 GW
    		High
    Market Demand
    Total market demand (DCR + non-DCR)
    >50 GW (FY26), 60-65 GW (FY28)
    		High
    Aluminum Anodizing
    India's self-sufficiency in anodizing
    Self-sufficient
    		Medium

    What to watch in Q4 FY26

    5

    1.2 GW TOPCon Cell Line Utilization

    February 2026
    Current80%
    Target100%

    Why it matters

    Achieving full utilization of this new capacity is crucial for operational efficiency and revenue generation.

    Our 1.2 gigawatt G12R TOPCon cell line has ramped up in relatively short time, currently operating at 80% utilization and expected to reach full utilization by February 2026.

    Risks & concerns

    5
    RiskSeverity

    Volatile input costs

    Cost environment is becoming more volatile with some input costs rising sharply, but managed through hedging, advanced planning, and passing incremental costs to customers. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Unsigned PPAs and transmission delays

    These issues exist but are mitigated by a large pipeline of signed PPAs providing strong demand visibility. — Management acknowledged

    low

    Lack of ALMM protection for backward integration into BESS cell manufacturing

    The company is delaying core BESS cell manufacturing investment until clarity on ALMM-like protection from the government, as the market is currently open to China. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Industry overcapacity

    Management believes concerns about overcapacity are overdone, citing financial discipline, time required for execution, and technical expertise needed for new capacities. — Management downplayed

    low

    Competition from newer, smaller players

    Newer players with smaller capacities, high debt, and less technical competence are expected to struggle with technology upgrades and backward integration, giving Premier a competitive advantage. — Management downplayed

    low

    Q&A highlights

    8

    “So I think basically what has happened is that we did see an increase in depreciation over the last three quarters because of accelerated depreciation on our old cell and module lines. Now that came to an end in the last quarter. So what you're seeing in this quarter is only the depreciation on our new lines, which got operational in the middle of last year.”

    Clarifies the reason for the significant YoY drop in depreciation, attributing it to the full depreciation of older assets and the start of depreciation on newer assets, indicating future changes.

    asked by Nidhi Shah

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q3 FY26 Performance & Operational Highlights

    Premier Energies reported another quarter of record revenue and profit numbers, with consistent utilization levels across its lines. The 1.2 GW G12R TOPCon cell line is currently operating at 80% utilization and is projected to reach full utilization by February 2026. The company is also focused on improving cell efficiency from 25.2% to 25.8% by the end of the year, leveraging the latest process technologies.

    02

    Capacity Expansion & Technology Roadmap

    The company completed a brownfield expansion, adding 400 MW of cell and 350 MW of module capacity with relatively low capital expenditure. New capacity additions include a 5.6 GW module line set for completion in March 2026, a 4.8 GW cell line by June 2026, and a 2.2 GW cell line by September 2026. These expansions will bring total integrated cell capacity to 10.6 GW and module capacity to 11.1 GW, marking a significant growth inflection point. Construction has also commenced on a 10 GW ingot wafer line in Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh.

    03

    Order Book & Market Demand Outlook

    Premier Energies boasts a healthy order book totaling INR 13,723 crores, with 70-75% expected to be executed within the next 12 months, providing strong revenue visibility through FY28. The order book is split between approximately INR 6,800 crores for cells and INR 7,000 crores for modules. Management anticipates robust demand for the DCR market, projecting over 30 GW in FY27, and expects the total market demand (DCR + non-DCR) to reach over 50 GW by FY26 and 60-65 GW by FY28.

    04

    Strategic Acquisitions & Diversification

    The acquisition of Transcon, a transformer manufacturer, was completed in December 2025, with INR 250 crores paid for the first tranche. Transcon's capacity is expected to increase to 16.75 GVA by July 2026, aiming for a top line exceeding INR 1000 crores within 2-2.5 years. The KSolare acquisition is also slated for closure in the next month. Additionally, the company is venturing into Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with a 6 GWh per phase cell-to-pack and containerized solution line, involving a capex of INR 280 crores, with commissioning expected by December 2026 for aluminum frames.

    05

    Capital Expenditure Plans

    Total capex for the current calendar year (CY26) is projected at INR 3,000 crores, covering new cell lines, remaining capex for Transcon and KSolare acquisitions, BESS, and aluminum products. The total expected capex for the 10 GW ingot wafer line is around INR 5,900 crores, with the first 5 GW phase anticipated to be completed by December 2026 and the second 5 GW phase by December 2028.

    06

    Cost Management & Industry Dynamics

    The company acknowledges a volatile cost environment but manages risks through hedging, advanced planning, strong supplier relationships, and passing incremental costs to customers. Premier maintains a strong hedging policy for silver, covering almost six months, and is exploring copper-based alternatives for silver paste. Management believes concerns about industry overcapacity are overdone, citing financial discipline, execution timelines, and technical expertise as key differentiators, especially against newer, smaller players.

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