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Disha Eye Hospitals may tap foreign investor for maiden PE fundraise

VCCircle

VCCircle · 10m ago

Disha Eye Hospitals may tap foreign investor for maiden PE fundraise

Disha Eye Hospitals Pvt Ltd, an eyecare center based in Kolkata, is considering raising equity funds for the first time. The hospital is looking to dilute a minority stake and has attracted interest from both global investors and domestic private equity firms. The funds raised will be used to further develop and expand the hospital's services.

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Grapevine: PE-backed firms eye Sharp Sight; KKR pauses Lighthouse Learning sale

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Grapevine: PE-backed firms eye Sharp Sight; KKR pauses Lighthouse Learning sale

The founders of Sharp Sight Eye Hospitals are considering selling a controlling stake, which would allow private equity investor InvAscent to exit the company. Investment bankers have been invited to bid for the opportunity to raise fresh capital and facilitate the exit. This comes as PE-backed eyecare chains ASG Eye Hospital and Eye-Q Vision plan to merge, eyeing potential consolidation in the industry. In other news, KKR has decided to temporarily pause the sale of Lighthouse Learning, a move that may have been influenced by the current market conditions.

InvAscent-backed Sharp Sight draws interest from PE investors, healthcare firms

VCCircle

VCCircle · 6m ago

InvAscent-backed Sharp Sight draws interest from PE investors, healthcare firms

Indian eye-care chain Sharp Sight Group of Eye Hospitals has attracted interest from both global and domestic private equity firms, as well as local strategic suitors. This comes as its current investor, InvAscent, a healthcare-focused private equity firm, considers potential investments. At least two sources confirmed the increased interest, reflecting the ongoing attractiveness of the healthcare sector. The development is significant for Sharp Sight as it looks to expand and enhance its services.

Quadria Capital sets sight on PE-backed dialysis chain; WizFreight raises funding

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Quadria Capital sets sight on PE-backed dialysis chain; WizFreight raises funding

Asia healthcare-focused private equity firm Quadria Capital is reportedly considering investing in a local dialysis chain. With a portfolio that includes Maxivision Eye Hospitals and MediBuddy, Quadria Capital manages over $1.5 billion in assets and is known for backing healthcare companies in Asia. This potential investment aligns with their strategy in the healthcare sector.

PE-backed eyecare chain ASG Hospital strikes fourth M&A within three months

VCCircle

VCCircle · 3m ago

PE-backed eyecare chain ASG Hospital strikes fourth M&A within three months

ASG Hospital Pvt. Ltd, an eyecare chain backed by Kedaara Capital and General Atlantic, has completed its fourth acquisition in three months to expand its presence in India. Based in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, ASG Eye Hospitals has acquired a majority stake in a Thane-based hospital. This strategic move aligns with their ongoing efforts to strengthen their network and offerings in the eyecare sector.

Beams Fintech Fund marks final close of maiden PE fund

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VCCircle · 7m ago

Beams Fintech Fund marks final close of maiden PE fund

Beams Fintech Fund, a Mumbai-based private equity firm, has finalized its maiden investment vehicle, aimed at growth-stage financial services and software companies. The fund successfully closed in October last year, raising approximately $100 million. This marks a significant milestone for the firm, indicating strong investor interest and support for its strategic focus in the fintech sector. Co-founder and partner Sagar Agarwal shared the details with VCCircle, highlighting the achievement.

Multi-asset investor Artal Capital secures another Saudi LP for maiden PE fund

VCCircle

VCCircle · 5m ago

Multi-asset investor Artal Capital secures another Saudi LP for maiden PE fund

Artal Capital, a Riyadh-based multi-asset investment firm with $600 million in assets, has secured a new Saudi state-owned investor as a limited partner for its first private equity fund. The firm received a commitment from Saudi Venture Capital (SVC) for its $133-million target.

InCred nears final close of maiden PE fund exceeding target

VCCircle

VCCircle · 7m ago

InCred nears final close of maiden PE fund exceeding target

InCred Alternative Investments is approaching the final close of its maiden private equity fund, which was launched in February of the previous year. This fund, backed by KKR, may surpass its initial target corpus, according to a source familiar with the matter. InCred is part of a financial services group and this development marks a significant milestone for its growth and investment strategy.

Sensex succumbs to uncertainty over Trump's tariff plans; Zomato slumps over 10%

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VCCircle · 7m ago

Sensex succumbs to uncertainty over Trump's tariff plans; Zomato slumps over 10%

India's stock market declined due to concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's trade policies, with the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex dropping significantly. Trump's proposed tariffs on countries like India caused market volatility, affecting investor confidence. Major sectors faced losses, with smallcaps and midcaps dropping approximately 2.3%. The uncertainty impacted foreign investments, prompting $6.7 billion in stock and bond sales by foreign investors. Zomato's shares fell sharply, while Apollo Hospitals experienced gains.

Gaming firm Krafton backs South Korean IMM Investment's maiden India fund

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Gaming firm Krafton backs South Korean IMM Investment's maiden India fund

Krafton India, the local unit of the South Korean maker of Battlegrounds Mobile India, has become the anchor investor in IMM Investment's maiden India fund. The fund will focus on backing startups across sectors such as consumer tech, SaaS, fintech, gaming, media, and deep tech. Krafton India's strategy includes a fund-of-funds approach, allowing it to tap into high-potential sectors beyond its core focus. So far, Krafton has invested about $170 million in several Indian startups.

Startups not getting price they want may pause IPOs amid Trump’s tariff turmoil

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Startups not getting price they want may pause IPOs amid Trump’s tariff turmoil

Amid global market volatility sparked by US tariff policies, several Indian startups are reconsidering their IPO plans due to compressed public market valuations. Founders, driven by investor caution for safer assets, may delay going public if pricing is unfavorable. Profitable firms may still proceed but with adjusted valuations. With public markets weak, some investors might seek private market liquidity, while others eye delays of 12-18 months for optimal market conditions and pricing.

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