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Suzlon is rising again. But for how long?

Big order wins, improving profits and rising investor interest--but it's still not a smooth ride

Big order wins, improving profits and rising investor interest--but it's still not a smooth rideAdobe Stock

Suzlon Energy is back in the headlines.

After years of being the poster child for debt-ridden green dreams, the company has pulled off a series of strong order wins, a visible profit turnaround and a growing pipeline that's catching investor attention.

The stock is up 6 per cent over the past week and has seen nearly Rs 1,000 crore in retail inflows in the last quarter. But hold the optimism—2025 hasn't exactly been kind. The stock is still down ~16 per cent for the year, and the road ahead isn't bump-free.

Big orders, bigger signals

The latest push came from a fresh 378 MW order from NTPC Green Energy , taking the total order volume from NTPC to 1,544 MW. Add that to earlier wins—like a 100.8 MW project from Sunsure Energy—and you get a company that's finally building visibility.

Suzlon's total order book now stands at 5,622 MW, a strong pipeline in a country that's scaling up renewables at breakneck speed.

The numbers look better—finally

In Q3 FY25, Suzlon posted a net profit of Rs 388 crore, up 91 per cent YoY. Margins are improving, cash flows are healthier, and its once-crushing debt burden is now more manageable.

But let's be clear—this isn't a margin-rich business. Wind turbine manufacturing is capital-intensive and even small delays or regulatory curveballs can derail earnings.

The valuation point

Suzlon Energy is currently trading at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 71—higher than most traditional energy stocks and even some well-known names in the sector.

Here's how Suzlon stacks up:

Company Sector P/E Ratio
Suzlon Energy Wind turbine/green energy 71
Triveni Turbine Industrial turbines 49
Tata Power Integrated energy 32
Adani Green Energy Solar/wind generation 109

Clearly, Suzlon sits in the upper mid-range of green energy valuations—more expensive than Tata Power and Triveni , but cheaper than Adani Green .

What does this tell us? The market is factoring in continued profit growth and flawless execution. But at 71x earnings, there's little room for safety—any slip in margins, delays, or regulatory hiccups could trigger sharp corrections

In the last five days, the stock rallied ~6 per cent. But YTD, it's still in the red.

Retail investors love it. Shareholding data shows retail ownership rose in Q4, despite the stock's volatility.

Value Research Online Ratings

Value Research Stock Rating gives Suzlon Energy an overall rating of 3 stars. The company's specific scores are as follows:

  • Quality Score: 6/10
  • Growth Score: 6/10
  • Valuation Score: 3/10
  • Momentum Score: 7/10

- Compare Suzlon with other renewable plays using our Stock Screener
- Download the Suzlon Stock Card for financials, earnings history and peer comparisons

Final take

Suzlon isn't the punchline it used to be—it's rebuilding and doing it visibly. But this is still a high-risk, high-beta story. The business has turned a corner. Whether the stock has, depends on how long the tailwind lasts—and how well it's managed.

Disclaimer: This content is for information only and should not be considered investment advice or a recommendation.

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