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Blackstone holds initial talks with Disney for stake in India arm
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1y ago
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Blackstone, a private equity company, is reportedly in preliminary discussions with Walt Disney to acquire a stake in Disney's Indian arm. The Indian market is highly competitive, and Disney has been exploring options to sell or form joint ventures for its digital and TV business in the region. Both Blackstone and Disney have declined to comment on the matter.
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Nippon Life may buy into IndusInd; Blackstone eyes seaplane operator
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5m ago
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Nippon Life Insurance's India unit is reportedly interested in acquiring a minority stake in IndusInd Bank, aiming for up to 9.9%, with an initial purchase of 4.9%, according to Bloomberg. Additionally, Blackstone is exploring investments in a seaplane operator.
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RIL Tata JV: Mukesh Ambani's Reliance mulls buying 29% stake in Tata Play
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1y ago
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Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries (RIL) is reportedly in talks to acquire a 29.8% stake in Tata Play, the satellite TV and streaming service owned by Walt Disney. This potential deal would expand RIL's presence in the television distribution sector, potentially creating a major media powerhouse in India. RIL is also in merger talks with Disney to create a media behemoth, with Reliance potentially investing $1.5 billion for a 60% stake. RIL's share price recently hit a record high, propelling its market capitalization to nearly ₹20 lakh crore.
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ADIA, HarbourVest, Blackstone REIT eye deals; Sabre Partners raises new fund
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1y ago
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ADIA and HarbourVest are reportedly in talks to acquire a minority stake in Cohance Lifesciences, with a potential investment of $350-400 million. Meanwhile, Blackstone REIT is also eyeing deals in India. In other news, Sabre Partners has raised a new fund.
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Grapevine: Blackstone, Horizon Industrial, Goldman Sachs, PeopleStrong in news
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Blackstone is reportedly planning to launch an IPO for Horizon Industrial Parks, while Goldman Sachs is in talks to acquire a majority stake in PeopleStrong.
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Reliance, Disney working on terms to merge media operations in India: Report
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1y ago
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Reliance Industries, headed by Mukesh Ambani, is reportedly in talks with Walt Disney Co to merge their media operations in India. Reliance's Viacom18 unit would absorb Disney's Star India through a share swap deal, with Reliance owning a 51% stake and Disney owning 49%. The unit's board is expected to have equal representation from both parties. This merger comes after Disney explored options to sell or find a partner for its India assets. Reliance has been increasing competition in the streaming market by marketing its platform, JioCinema, with free access to the IPL cricket tournament.
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HDFC Bank restarts talks with Mitsubishi UFJ for HDB Financial stake sale ahead of IPO: Report | Company Business News
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7m ago
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HDFC Bank is reportedly in discussions with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) for a stake sale in its subsidiary HDB Financial before its planned initial public offering (IPO). Talks between the two companies began earlier in the year but fell through due to conflicting valuations. HDFC Bank is said to be more flexible this time in negotiating valuations. The discussions aim to address RBI regulations that require banks to reduce their stake in subsidiaries within two years. HDFC Bank currently holds a 94.36% stake in HDB Financial.
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Temasek picks 17-18% stake in VFS Global for $950 million
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9m ago
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Singapore's Temasek Holdings has reportedly agreed to acquire a 17-18% stake in VFS Global Services for $950 million. VFS Global, a visa outsourcing and technology services company, is valued at $5 billion in equity and $7 billion in enterprise value. The deal comes after Blackstone, which currently holds a 75% stake in VFS Global, explored various options to monetize its investment, including a potential IPO. Temasek's investment allows Blackstone to de-risk its position while providing Temasek with exposure to a profitable and well-managed company.
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Disney, Reliance sign binding pact to merge media operations in India: Report
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1y ago
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Walt Disney and Reliance Industries have reportedly signed a binding agreement to merge their media operations in India. Under the deal, Reliance will own a 61% stake in the merged entity as Disney reassesses its strategy in the country amid intense competition. The distribution of shares may change based on the inclusion of Disney's additional local assets. Reliance Industries is also considering acquiring Tata Play, a broadcast service provider in which Disney holds a minority stake. The merger aims to create a powerful media giant in India's rapidly growing entertainment market.
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Blackstone scores another hit after India blockbuster
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1y ago
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Blackstone, a leading private equity firm, has made a successful exit from one of its major investments in India. The firm, which had a strong performance in the country last year, recently sold its stake in Aadhar Housing Finance. This move comes as Blackstone prepares for a potential initial public offering (IPO) of two more Indian companies. The firm's success in India reflects its strategy of monetizing investments and reinforcing its position as the world's largest private equity firm.
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Mukesh Ambani's Reliance to acquire over 50% stake in Disney India
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1y ago
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Reliance Industries is reportedly in talks to acquire a majority stake, between 51% and 54%, in Disney India's media businesses, valuing it at $3.5 billion. Additionally, Bodhi Tree, a joint venture between James Murdoch and Uday Shankar, may also acquire a 9% stake in the merged entity. Reliance aims to merge its broadcast division Viacom 18 with Disney India's businesses to create an entertainment powerhouse in India. The deal is expected to be finalized in February.
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