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Gulf Capital's El Solh on fourth fund's strategy, attracting Asian LPs and more

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Gulf Capital's El Solh on fourth fund's strategy, attracting Asian LPs and more

Gulf Capital, an Abu Dhabi-based private equity firm with over $2.4 billion in assets under management, is seeking investment opportunities for its upcoming fund. The firm is looking at sectors such as artificial intelligence, software, sustainability, fintech, healthtech, insurtech, and consumer tech, which it considers as "sectors of the future." Gulf Capital is also planning to attract Asian limited partners (LPs) to its fund. Karim El Solh, co-founder and CEO of Gulf Capital, provided insights into the firm's strategies and goals.

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How UAE's Gulf Capital is seeing a shift in its strategy

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VCCircle · 1y ago

How UAE's Gulf Capital is seeing a shift in its strategy

UAE private equity firm Gulf Capital is changing its exit strategy, moving away from its usual preference for strategic stake sales. The firm is exploring new options such as global buyout funds and local IPO listings as it monetizes its $750 million third investment vehicle. Gulf Capital's CEO, Karim El Solh, explained the shift in strategy as the firm seeks to adapt to changing market conditions.

Gulf Capital makes third exit move within five months

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Gulf Capital makes third exit move within five months

UAE-based private equity firm Gulf Capital has made its third exit move within five months by exiting a company that was part of its third buyout fund's portfolio. The firm manages over $2.4 billion in assets and is currently raising its fourth buyout fund. Gulf Capital has been actively making monetization moves to further expand its investment portfolio.

TVS Capital’s Srinivasan on tapping foreign LPs, emergence of family offices and more

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VCCircle · 4m ago

TVS Capital’s Srinivasan on tapping foreign LPs, emergence of family offices and more

TVS Capital is gearing up to finalize its fourth investment fund's closure soon, after a year-and-a-half of fundraising. The private equity firm, led by Gopal Srinivasan, has already raised three funds in the past and started deploying capital from the latest fund with two investments. The firm is focused on engaging foreign limited partners (LPs) and observing the rise of family offices in the investment landscape.

The energy firm in sights of a global consortium

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Livemint · 1y ago

The energy firm in sights of a global consortium

A consortium comprising the International Finance Corp (IFC), Asian Development Bank (ADB), and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is planning to invest approximately $250 million in Indian renewable energy company Fourth Partner Energy. The deal involves the sale of TPG Capital's 52% stake in the firm and a fresh equity investment of around $500 million. This investment comes as Fourth Partner Energy aims to expand its installed green energy capacity from 1.35 GW to 3.5 GW by 2025. India's commercial and industrial segment has attracted strong investor interest due to favorable regulations and the need for increased renewable energy capacity.

Grapevine: Fourth Partner Energy gets more suitors; ChrysCap weighs healthcare bet

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Grapevine: Fourth Partner Energy gets more suitors; ChrysCap weighs healthcare bet

London-based energy fund, Just Climate LLP, and a consortium led by International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Asian Development Bank (ADB) are in talks to acquire a majority stake in Fourth Partner Energy. These discussions involve the potential purchase of TPG Capital's shares in the renewable energy firm. In parallel, ChrysCap is considering a healthcare investment.

Offshore LPs looking at India via credit lens: Trifecta’s Rahul Khanna

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VCCircle · 5m ago

Offshore LPs looking at India via credit lens: Trifecta’s Rahul Khanna

Trifecta Capital, a venture debt fund led by managing partner Rahul Khanna, completed the first close of its fourth fund, achieving approximately half of its target corpus. The fund aims to raise up to Rs 2,000 crore (about $231 million), including a Rs 500 crore greenshoe option. Launched in August, the fund is focusing on investments within India's growing market, attracting offshore Limited Partners (LPs) who are increasingly interested in India through a credit-focused approach.

First Bridge nears halfway mark for second PE fund, gets new LP

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VCCircle · 8m ago

First Bridge nears halfway mark for second PE fund, gets new LP

Indian private equity firm First Bridge is nearing the halfway mark for its second fund and has added a new limited partner (LP) to its roster. Led by KK Rathi and Vishal Gupta, First Bridge is based in Mumbai and has been successful in attracting LPs for its investment vehicles. The firm's latest fund is making progress towards its target, highlighting the confidence of investors in First Bridge's investment strategy.

B Capital’s Narang on why it is betting big on India’s next wave of founders

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VCCircle · 3m ago

B Capital’s Narang on why it is betting big on India’s next wave of founders

B Capital's founding general partner, Kabir Narang, expresses optimism about the Indian startup landscape, highlighting it as an opportune moment for founders. He notes the advantage of efficiently scaling businesses, attracting strong talent, and innovating with advanced technology. This perspective underscores B Capital's faith in India's emerging entrepreneurs and reflects its strategic focus on supporting this new wave of founders poised to capitalize on the nation's dynamic and evolving market environment.

Quona Capital taps offshore investor in LP-style bet for fourth vehicle

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Quona Capital taps offshore investor in LP-style bet for fourth vehicle

Quona Capital, a fintech-focused venture capital firm, is seeking a financial institution as a limited partner (LP) for its fourth investment vehicle. The firm invests in various regions, including Latin America and Asia, and has invested in Indian startups such as Onsurity, NeoGrowth, and Arya. The move to tap an offshore investor reflects Quona Capital's strategy to attract diverse funding sources for its investments in the fintech sector.

In Charts: How True North’s LP mix changed through the years

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VCCircle · 8m ago

In Charts: How True North’s LP mix changed through the years

True North, a prominent Indian private equity firm, has witnessed significant changes in its investor base across its six funds raised over the past 25 years. As the firm gears up to raise its seventh fund, it has increasingly relied on offshore limited partners (LPs) while reducing its dependence on domestic LPs. This shift reflects True North's evolving fundraising strategy and its ability to attract international investors.

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