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UAE's Masdar eyes more market share in Iberian market after two deals
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10m ago
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UAE-based renewable energy company Masdar is planning to expand its presence in the Iberian market following two recent deals in the region. Masdar recently acquired Saeta Yield from Brookfield in a $1.4bn deal, as well as taking a minority stake in a 2 GW solar portfolio controlled by Endesa. Masdar aims to develop its Spanish platforms further and is in discussions with Endesa to develop up to 5 GW of capacity. The company will also explore new partnerships, but with a selective approach.
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NPCI eyes a more evenly sliced UPI pie
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1y ago
Medial
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is organizing a meeting with the executives of major payment apps to discuss strategies for increasing market share on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). This move comes after the recent regulatory crackdown on Paytm Payments Bank, which could benefit market leaders PhonePe and Google Pay even more. Currently, these two platforms dominate over 80% of the UPI market, with Paytm trailing behind with less than 12%. The NPCI has been aiming to limit the market share of these platforms to 30% to promote competition and reduce concentration risks.
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UAE's Masdar plans more European bets after $887 mn Spanish solar deal
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1y ago
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Masdar, the UAE's renewable energy company, plans to expand its investments in Europe's green energy sector. The company recently acquired a 49.99% stake in 48 solar plants in Spain, and is now looking for more opportunities in the region. It will consider both minority investments and controlling stakes. Masdar has already invested in renewable projects worldwide, with a total capacity of around 20 GW. The company expects Europe to be a significant contributor to its goal of reaching 100 GW capacity by 2030.
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UAE's Masdar launches facility to produce 1GW of uninterrupted renewable energy
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6m ago
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UAE's Masdar has launched a renewable energy facility capable of producing 1 gigawatt of uninterrupted clean power. Announced during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week by Sultan Al Jaber, the project marks a significant advancement in transforming renewable energy into consistent baseload power. Al Jaber highlighted the challenge of meeting rising energy demands, potentially increasing by 250% by 2050. This initiative addresses the need for diverse, reliable energy sources to support the future's energy-hungry applications like ChatGPT.
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Advent eyes benchmark returns from second portfolio exit in 2024
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11m ago
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Global private equity investor Advent International is planning to sell a portfolio company through a listing. This comes after the firm had a successful exit from Bharat Serums and invested in two more companies in India this year. Advent International has been active in the Indian market recently and is looking to capitalize on its investments.
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Honda eyes 30% share in Indian two-wheeler market, sees potential to grow sales among women
Economic Times
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19d ago
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Honda aims for a 30% share in the Indian two-wheeler market by 2030, focusing on increasing sales among women, who currently represent only 10% of the market. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India sees high potential in this demographic due to increasing female workforce participation. The company plans to transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles, though charging infrastructure remains a challenge. Honda envisions holding a major share of the global electric motorcycle market by 2030.
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Two-Wheeler EV Registrations Slip 18% MoM In Aug, Ola Electric Loses Market Share
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11m ago
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Two-wheeler electric vehicle (EV) registrations declined by about 18% in August after a significant rise in July. Ola Electric, the leading player in terms of market share, saw its registrations fall to below 30,000 units last month, with a market share of 31%. TVS held a 20% market share, while Bajaj Auto's market share increased to 19%. The growth in EV sales in July was attributed to discounts and the approaching deadline for the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024 scheme. In August, total EV two-wheeler registrations stood at 88,473 units, a 41% increase from August 2023.
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Motorola Aims To Double Export From India, Eyes 8-10% Market Share
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1y ago
Medial
Motorola, the Lenovo-owned smartphone brand, plans to double its manufacturing capacity and increase exports from India. The company aims to capture 8-10% market share in India's smartphone market within the next two years, intending to become the country's third-largest player by volume by the end of 2024. Motorola is also in discussions with suppliers to find local components for manufacturing chargers in India. The company has seen significant growth in recent years and aims to continue expanding its presence in the Indian market.
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UAE's Masdar buys Brookfield's Saeta Yield in $1.4 bn deal
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10m ago
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Masdar, the renewable energy company from the UAE, has agreed to acquire Spanish green energy firm Saeta Yield from Canada's Brookfield in a deal worth $1.4bn. The deal includes acquiring 745 MW of wind assets and 1.6 GW of projects in Spain and Portugal, making it one of the largest deals of its kind in the region. This follows Masdar's recent minority stake purchase in 48 solar plants controlled by Endesa in Spain. Masdar aims to grow its renewable energy capacity to 100 GW by 2030. The deal is expected to close by the end of the year.
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Acer India Eyes Expansion Of Its Consumer Electronics Portfolio By Early Next Year
Inc42
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1y ago
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Acer is planning to open more than 90 new stores in India in early 2022 to expand its consumer electronics offerings. The company aims to increase its market share by focusing on product and go-to-market strategies. Recently, Acer introduced its line of consumer electronics and appliances called Acerpure in India, including TVs, water and air purifiers, air circulator fans, and accessories.
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UAE renewables company Masdar to buy Greece's Terna Energy
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1y ago
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Renewable energy company Masdar, owned by TAQA, Mubadala, and the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, has agreed to purchase a 67% stake in Greek company Terna Energy for €20 ($21.45) per share. The acquisition values Terna Energy at €2.4bn ($2.57bn) on an equity basis and €3.2bn ($3.43bn) enterprise value. Masdar plans to make a mandatory offer for the remaining shares once the initial acquisition is complete. The deal is subject to regulatory approval.
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