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Advent International Offers £3.7 Billion ($5.06 Billion) for Spectris as Shares Surge 70%, Amid UK Market Challenges | DeepNewz Economics
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Two UK-listed companies have been acquired recently, contributing to a total of 30 bids and one IPO in 2023. This acquisition trend highlights concerns about the state of the UK equity market, prompting calls for government attention. Advent International's significant offer of £3.7 billion for Spectris shares, resulting in a 70% stock surge, exemplifies this trend. The situation underscores the dynamic changes and challenges within the UK's financial landscape this year.
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US private equity firm Advent International plans to invest $5-10 billion in India over the next five years. Despite concerns about high valuations, Advent remains optimistic about the Indian market. Advent International Chairman David Mussafer stated that the firm has already invested $5.8 billion in India since 2009 and is looking to make further significant investments. In another development, Mizuho is set to acquire a stake in an Indian lender.
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Fisher Sells Stake of Up to $3 Billion to Advent, Abu Dhabi Fund
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Private equity firm Advent International and a unit of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority have acquired a minority stake in Fisher Investments, the investment firm founded by billionaire Ken Fisher. The deal, valued at up to $3 billion, is seen as part of Fisher's estate planning and will allow the firm to maintain its independence. Fisher Investments currently manages $275 billion for over 150,000 clients. Advent International has a focus on financial services and has previously backed companies such as Worldpay and Vantiv. The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is a sovereign wealth fund.
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How Paytm, Zomato and other internet-related businesses are valued on stock markets
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Paytm, Zomato, and other Indian internet-related businesses have seen a surge in their valuations on the stock markets amid a boom in technology stocks. Despite the companies' deep losses and weak unit economics, the IPOs have allowed private equity and venture capital investors to sell their holdings at high valuations. This trend reflects investors' optimism and market speculation about the potential growth and profitability of these internet-based businesses in the post-pandemic era.
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Sensex, Nifty Close in Green as Markets Brush Off India-Pakistan Conflict Fears
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Sensex and Nifty closed positively despite heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. The stock market was resilient, with Sensex rising over 100 points to 80,746 and Nifty surpassing 24,400. Small-cap and mid-cap stocks gained traction amidst market stability due to a finalized India-UK Free Trade Agreement, slashing import duties on UK automotive products and spirits. Meanwhile, international investors continue buying Indian equities, providing some support amid geopolitical uncertainties.
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Investcorp creating packaging platform in India, strikes first deal
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1y ago
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Investcorp, a Bahrain-based alternative asset management firm, has made its first investment in India's consumer packaging sector and is now planning to create a pan-India platform. With over $50 billion in assets, the firm joins other prominent investment firms like Blackstone and Advent International in expanding its presence in India. This move highlights the growing interest of global players in the Indian market.
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Advent International eyes Apollo 24/7 stake ; Lohum mulls fresh capital
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1y ago
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Advent International is reportedly in discussions to acquire a minority stake in Apollo 24/7, the digital healthcare platform of Apollo Hospitals. The private equity firm is expected to invest approximately $250 million, valuing Apollo 24/7 at around $2 billion. In another development, Lohum, an Indian lithium-ion battery manufacturer, is considering raising fresh capital to support its expansion plans. Further details were not provided.
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Scale AI's bigger rival Surge AI seeks up to $1 billion capital raise, sources say - The Economic Times
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Surge AI, a data-labeling firm founded by former Google and Meta engineer Edwin Chen, is seeking to raise up to $1 billion, aiming for a valuation over $15 billion. Unlike its competitor Scale AI, Surge has been profitable and has reported higher revenues last year. Demand for its high-quality data-labeling services is rising amid Scale AI’s customer losses and concerns over data privacy. The funding will include both primary and secondary capital.
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Apple prices first bond offering in 2 years
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Apple raised $4.5 billion through bond offerings, its first in two years, to fund stock buybacks and debt repayment. The issuance included various bond maturities and attracted substantial demand, with orders hitting $10 billion. This activity is part of a broader surge in new debt offerings amid improving credit spreads and market conditions post-tariff relief announcements. High demand for investment-grade bonds reflects investor preference for stable returns amid economic uncertainties.
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Mankind Pharma in talks with PE for consortium bid of Bharat Serums: Report
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1y ago
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Pharmaceutical company Mankind Pharma is reportedly in talks with private equity firms, including Bain Capital, Blackstone, Carlyle, and KKR, to form a consortium bid to acquire Bharat Serums and Vaccines (BSV). BSV is being sold by its current owner, Advent International, with a price tag of over $2 billion. However, sources suggest that the final transaction may range between $1.5 - 1.8 billion. Mankind Pharma is looking to gather funds for the potential acquisition, either independently or by partnering with another investor. The company is also planning to raise funds through a qualified institutional placement.
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Advent to buy Ryan Reynolds-backed fintech Nuvei in $6.3 bln deal
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Private equity firm Advent International has agreed to acquire Canada's payments technology firm Nuvei for $6.3 billion. Nuvei provides businesses with payments technology solutions, allowing them to accept payments from customers globally. The deal represents a premium of 56% to Nuvei's closing price on Nasdaq. CEO Philip Fayer will continue to lead the company, and Nuvei will remain headquartered in Montreal. The deal is expected to close in late 2024 or the first quarter of 2025.
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