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Bajaj Finserv to invest up to Rs 2,000 crore in AI, quantum and cybersecurity startups
IndianStartupNews
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25d ago
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Bajaj Finserv has launched a new venture to invest in next-generation technology startups, committing between Rs 1,500 crore and Rs 2,000 crore over the next five years.
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Bajaj Finserv-owned Bajaj Finance raises Rs 10,000 crore via QIP, preferential issue
IndianStartupNews
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2y ago
Medial
Bajaj Finance, a subsidiary of Bajaj Finserv, plans to raise Rs 10,000 crore through a combination of Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) and Preferential Issue (PI). The company will raise up to Rs 8,800 crore through equity shares via QIP and an additional Rs 1,200 crore through a preferential issue of warrants. The funds will be used for business expansion and to strengthen the company's capital base. After the preferential issue, Bajaj Finserv's holding in Bajaj Finance will increase to 52.57%.
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Bajaj to buy Allianz’s 26% stake in insurance arms for ₹24,180 crore in landmark split
Business Today
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1y ago
Medial
Bajaj Finserv plans to acquire Allianz's 26% stake in its insurance subsidiaries, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, for ₹24,180 crore. The stake acquisition involves Bajaj Holdings & Investment Ltd and Jamnalal Sons Pvt. Ltd, along with Bajaj Finserv, bringing their collective stake to 100%. The acquisition values Allianz's stake in the general insurance arm at ₹13,780 crore and the life insurance arm at ₹10,400 crore, marking the end of a 24-year partnership.
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HexaHealth, SatLeo Labs, Stimuler, others secure early-stage funding
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Several startups have secured early-stage funding from various investors. HexaHealth raised $12 million to expand its surgery care platform. SatLeo Labs received $3.3 million to develop thermal and optical imaging payloads for satellites. Stimuler secured $3.75 million to enhance its AI-powered voice tutoring platform. QNu Labs obtained Rs 60 crore for quantum cybersecurity solutions. Vividobots was funded Rs 1.47 crore for robotic automation development, and Anveshan raised Rs 48 crore for its food products business.
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Agraga raises Rs 100 Cr in pre-Series B led by Bajaj Finserv Group
Entrackr
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7m ago
Medial
Agraga raises Rs 100 Cr in pre-Series B led by Bajaj Finserv Group Digital freight forwarder Agraga has raised Rs 100 crore (around $12 million) in its pre-Series B round led by Bajaj Finserv Group, with participation from existing investor IvyCap Ventures and select global angel backers. Agraga had earlier raised Rs 70 crore in its Series A round in May 2023, led by IvyCap Ventures with participation from Alteria. The proceeds will be used to expand its cross-border logistics platform, strengthen its LCL (Less-than-Container Load) vertical, scale automation and visibility tools, and deepen its presence across major export hubs. Founded in 2021, Agraga provides a unified platform that integrates freight booking, customs, warehousing, and embedded financial services. The firm aims to simplify cross-border logistics for MSMEs and mid-market enterprises by offering real-time pricing, tracking, and compliance workflows. Agraga claims to have built its stack around four layers which includes discovery, tracking, execution, and data-driven decision-making. Agraga serves more than 700 customers and 1,000 vendors across 40 global trade lanes. It also partners with financial institutions including ICICI Bank and IDFC First Bank. Its subsidiary Byteport Logistics focuses on channel-partner aggregation for MSME and LCL customers. Bajaj Finserv backs Indian startups through its corporate venture arm, Bajaj Finserv Ventures, and its newer alternative investment subsidiary, with a focus on fintech, healthcare and technology.
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Bajaj Finserv appoints former Kotak executive Lakshmi Iyer to lead investments
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Bajaj Finserv appointed Lakshmi Iyer as group president for investments, effective August 1. Previously with Kotak Alternate Asset Managers, Iyer brings 27 years of expertise in financial services, wealth advisory, strategy, and alternative assets. Holding an MBA from Narsee Monjee Institute, she is recognized as one of Asia’s top women in asset management. At Bajaj Finserv, she will shape the investment strategy, enhancing leadership in the investment sector. The company saw a net profit rise to Rs 8,872 crore for FY25.
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Bajaj Finserv block deal worth Rs 4,750 crore likely Friday; floor price set at Rs 1,880 - BusinessToday
Business Today
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1y ago
Medial
Promoter entities Bajaj Holdings & Investment and Jamnalal Sons plan to sell a 1.6% stake in Bajaj Finserv through block deals. This transaction, scheduled for Friday, is expected to raise approximately ₹4,750 crore. The sale underscores the promoters' strategy to reduce their holdings in Bajaj Finserv, aligning with their broader financial plans. This move is anticipated to have significant implications for the company's market position and future investor interest.
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BFSI Entering a Multi-Year Growth Cycle: Bajaj Finserv Asset Management Limited Launches New Sectoral Fund
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Bajaj Finserv Asset Management Limited has launched the Bajaj Finserv Banking and Financial Services Fund, aiming to capture growth in the BFSI sector amid favorable economic conditions. The fund focuses on four megatrends: rising aspirations, increased insurance awareness, growing financialization of savings, and digitization. As India's economy is poised for growth, the fund offers investors a chance to invest in a sector expected to benefit disproportionately from economic upturns. The New Fund Offer is open until November 24, 2025.
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Fintech startup Care.fi secures Rs 8 Cr in debt
Entrackr
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1y ago
Medial
Healthcare-focused fintech startup Care.fi has raised Rs 8 crore in debt capital, securing Rs 5 crore from Wint Wealth and Rs 3 crore in impact debt capital from Caspian The Gurugram-based company had previously raised $2 million (Rs 16 crore) in debt capital from Trifecta Capital, along with an additional $0.6 million (Rs 5 crore) from UC Inclusive Credit three months ago. The fresh funds will be used to ramp up its presence in the market and invest in the betterment of healthcare fintech especially for optimizing the operational end of hospital management, Care.fi said in a press release. Co-founded in 2021 by Sidak Singh and Vikrant Agarwal, Care.fi is a fintech company offering smart financing solutions to hospitals, doctors, and allied suppliers. It bridges the gaps in funding within the healthcare industry. The company addresses the financial needs of healthcare professionals and institutions, facilitating smoother operations and accelerated growth. According to Care.fi, it is currently working with more than 50 hospitals and has helped over 2,000 patients. It claims that its total disbursals increased by 4x, with cumulative disbursals of $48 million (Rs 400 crore) last year. Care.fi has also received an NBFC license within two years of operation. Other major players in this space are CarePay, SaveIn, and Bajaj Finserv Health.
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Hyderabad Angels Fund launches Rs 150 Cr VC fund
Inshorts
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2y ago
Medial
Hyderabad Angels Fund has launched its inaugural venture capital fund, classified as a Category 1 AIF, with an initial investment pool of Rs 100 crore along with an optional additional greenshoe of Rs 50 crore. The fund will be tailored for tech and AI-driven startups prioritising scalability. It aims to invest up to Rs 5 crore each in 20 startups.
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India's Bajaj Finserv hikes customer target to 250 million
Economic Times
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11m ago
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Bajaj Finserv aims to increase its customer base to 250 million within four years, capitalizing on robust growth in India. The company, part of the century-old Bajaj Group, has seen rapid customer acquisition, already reaching 92 million active users across lending, asset management, and insurance sectors. With significant expansion potential, Bajaj Finserv plans to target India's growing middle class, employing AI for customer service and loan processing, while remaining vigilant about economic challenges.
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