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Grapevine: Advent International, Orra, Slice Bank, Meesho, Motilal Oswal in news
VCCircle
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6m ago
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Advent International is reportedly in discussions to acquire a controlling stake in Orra Fine Jewellery, while Slice Bank plans to raise funds. Meanwhile, Meesho has secured additional financial backing, and Motilal Oswal seeks to exit its home finance business. These developments highlight ongoing financial and strategic movements within the relevant industries, reflecting broader market trends and business strategies aimed at growth, consolidation, and realignment of resources within competitive environments.
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Advent set to acquire jewellery retailer Orra at nearly Rs 1,750 crore: sources
Economic Times
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6m ago
Medial
Advent International is nearing a deal to acquire a controlling stake (51-75%) in Orra Fine Jewellery from Rosy Blue Group, valuing Orra at Rs 1,500-1,750 crore. The deal, involving management transition to Advent, is expected to lead to Orra's public listing in a few years. Orra, launched in 2004, faced management changes since 2015 and recently increased revenue but reported losses. Advent's acquisition aligns with its global consumer investment strategy.
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Grapevine: Zepto, Quadria, TPG, Mensa Brands in news
VCCircle
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9m ago
Medial
Quick-commerce startup Zepto is reportedly in discussions to secure $100-150 million in funding from domestic family offices and high-net-worth individuals. The pre-investment valuation for Zepto is set at $4.6 billion. Meanwhile, Motilal Oswal Group's private wealth arm is leading the fundraising efforts, with Motilal Oswal Asset Management committing $40 million. This development was reported by The Economic Times.
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Exclusive: KreditBee Tops Up Series D Round With Additional $9.4 Mn From Premji Invest, Others
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
KreditBee, a Bengaluru-based lendingtech startup, has raised $9.4 million in funding from existing investors including Advent International, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Bank, Premji Invest, Motilal Oswal Alternates, NewQuest Capital Partners, and Mirae Asset Ventures. This brings KreditBee's series D round total to $209 million and values the company at around $700 million. The funds will be used for business expansion. KreditBee offers credit and personal finance services through its non-banking financial company and is looking to go public in the future. It has raised a total of $400 million in funding to date.
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Advent, TPG-backed KreditBee appoints lead bankers for IPO
VCCircle
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3m ago
Medial
KreditBee, a lending startup supported by firms like Advent, TPG, and PremjiInvest, has appointed lead bankers for a potential initial public offering (IPO). The move to explore going public signifies KreditBee's growth and strong backing from significant investors, including Motilal Oswal Alternates, Mirae Asset, and ICICI Bank. The decision comes amid the growing interest in financial technologies and digital lending platforms, making KreditBee one of the notable contenders in the IPO market.
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Advent, TPG-backed KreditBee plans $150 mn pre-IPO round
VCCircle
ยท
7m ago
Medial
Lending startup KreditBee, backed by investors including Advent, TPG, and Motilal Oswal Alternates, is aiming to raise over $150 million in its upcoming funding round. The company, which provides digital lending services, has seen significant support from investors and this round could be its last before an IPO. KreditBee's CEO, Madhusudan Ekambaram, shared the news and expressed optimism about the company's growth trajectory.
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IFC pledges $60 million to Motilal Oswalโs new fund targeting Indiaโs mid-market companies
Economic Times
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1m ago
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The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is committing $60 million to a new $750 million private equity fund by Motilal Oswal Alternates, aiming to support mid-market companies in India. The fund targets expanding business activity beyond major cities and promoting gender inclusion, focusing on less-developed regions. This marks IFC's third investment with Motilal Oswal. The initiative underscores the effort to boost economic growth, job creation, and private sector development in emerging markets.
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Motilal Oswal group evaluates sale of home finance arm
Livemint
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6m ago
Medial
Motilal Oswal Group is considering selling its home finance arm, Motilal Oswal Home Finance, amid heightened deal activity in the affordable housing sector. Initially launched as Aspire Home Finance in 2014, the firm has faced asset quality challenges but has seen improvements recently. With investment bank Avendus Capital pursuing potential buyers, the move aligns with a broader trend of private equity interest in the affordable housing market, supported by urbanization and increasing migration to cities.
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Grapevine: TA Associates, Haier, Advent International, Ola, and Everstone Capital in news
VCCircle
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9m ago
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US private equity firm TA Associates is planning to acquire a majority stake in a revenue cycle management services provider. Meanwhile, Haier's Indian unit has drawn interest from three investors for a minority stake. Advent International is reportedly considering a dual-track process for selling German online classifieds business, MeinAuto Group. Additionally, Indian ride-hailing company Ola has secured $100 million in funding from existing investor, Temasek. In other news, Everstone Capital is planning to invest $250 million in its new South Asia-focused fund.
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How did Motilal Oswal Altsโ second fund fare in exit as it backs NBFC from new vehicle?
VCCircle
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2m ago
Medial
Motilal Oswal Alternates, part of the Motilal Oswal Group, exited an investment in a non-banking finance company (NBFC) from its second fund, held for a decade. The private equity firm then reinvested in the same lender through its fourth fund. The second fund, active for years, had previously exited three other companies. This strategy highlights Motilal Oswal Alternates' continued focus and belief in the potential of the financial sector.
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How was Bengaluru-based sweets maker valued in PE deal with MO Alts?
VCCircle
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11m ago
Medial
Motilal Oswal Alternates (MO Alts), the private equity arm of Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, has acquired a stake in a Bengaluru-based sweets maker, Lal Sweets Pvt Ltd. MO Alts purchased a significant minority stake in the company, indicating the rising interest in the food retailing sector.
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