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Accion, Leapfrog minting money from India bet but IFC sitting on a loss
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11m ago
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Accion and Leapfrog Investments, global impact investors, are seeing significant returns on their investment in an Indian non-bank lender. However, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is facing a loss. Alongside Accion and Leapfrog, other investors such as Eight Roads Ventures, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and alternative investment funds in India have also invested in the non-bank lender.
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Leapfrog, Accion set for bumper India BFSI exit; PE firms too eye harvest
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1y ago
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Leapfrog and Accion, global impact investors, are poised for substantial returns from their investment in an Indian financial services portfolio company. Other private equity firms involved are also looking to profit from a reworked exit plan.
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IPO-bound Northern Arc set to secure capital from offshore backer
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1y ago
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Northern Arc Capital, a non-banking finance company, is reportedly set to secure additional capital from a foreign institution that has previously backed the company. The Chennai-based company, whose shareholders include LeapFrog and Accion, has filed draft documents for an initial public offering (IPO) and is looking to raise capital. Northern Arc focuses on providing financial services to underserved segments in India. The new capital infusion from the offshore backer is expected to support the company's growth plans.
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IFC, AIIB seek to exit six-year-old Indian highways bet
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4m ago
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AIIB and IFC, associated with the World Bank, plan to exit their investment in an Indian infrastructure investment trust focused on roads. This decision comes six years after they initially invested in the project. The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), based in Beijing, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) aim to divest from the trust, seeking different opportunities or returns on their investments. Details on potential buyers or the financial implications have not been disclosed.
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PE-backed Northern Arc sets sight on new performing credit fund's final close
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10m ago
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- Non-banking finance company Northern Arc Capital aims to finalize the close of its new performing credit fund within the next year. - The company has prominent investors such as International Finance Corporation, Eight Roads, Accion, and LeapFrog on its cap table. - Northern Arc Capital recently went public and is listed on the stock exchange. - The new performing credit fund aims to provide financing solutions for various sectors and businesses. - Northern Arc Capital is known for its focus on inclusive finance and has a strong track record in the market.
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TPG Growth virtually writes off a legacy India bet with deep haircut
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1y ago
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TPG Growth, the growth capital investment arm of TPG, has decided to write off a legacy investment in India. The private equity firm had made a $30 million investment in a company over a decade ago but has now signed off from the deal. This move indicates a substantial loss for TPG Growth in relation to its initial investment.
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Exclusive: NeoGrowth backer LeapFrog set to bet on another Indian lender
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1y ago
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LeapFrog Investments, a private equity investment firm focused on social impact, is planning to invest in another Indian financial services company. The firm already has a portfolio of Indian investments, including Electronica Finance, Dvara KGFS, Northern Arc Capital, and Shubham Housing Development Finance. This move aligns with LeapFrog's strategy to provide growth capital to companies in Asia and Africa.
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LeapFrog pushes timeline for final close of fourth consumer fund
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1y ago
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Emerging markets private equity firm LeapFrog Investments has delayed the timeline for closing its fourth consumer fund, which includes Indian companies like Redcliffe, BatterySmart, and HealthifyMe. The firm had set a target closing date of 29 February 2024, but has now pushed it back. LeapFrog Investments specializes in impact investing and has a focus on financial services and healthcare sectors in emerging markets.
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IFC lifts India exposure for second year in a row as local portfolio nears $9 bn
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8m ago
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The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has increased its investments in India for the second year in a row, nearing a total portfolio of $9 billion. The IFC is focusing on private equity and venture capital funds, as well as making direct investments in local companies. Wendy Werner, the India Country Head for IFC, is leading this effort to expand the organization's exposure in the Indian market.
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KKR turns second time unlucky as it signs off an India bet with huge loss
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1y ago
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Private equity firm KKR has decided to exit a seven-year-old investment in India, resulting in a significant loss. The firm recently made a $1.1 billion deal in the country's infrastructure investment trust, but is now cutting ties. KKR had also made a smaller investment in the solar energy sector.
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KKR eyes nearly billion-dollar exit from India portfolio bet
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1y ago
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KKR, a global private equity major, is reportedly considering an exit from its control-oriented investment in India. This follows the company's recent loss from an infrastructure play in the country. KKR has sold its complete 4.8% stake in the investment, which could result in a nearly billion-dollar exit. The move reflects the company's strategy to realign its portfolio and capitalize on profitable opportunities in the market.
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