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General Atlantic, KKR, EQT eye PE deals; FirstCry, Anthem in IPO news

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VCCircle · 1y ago

General Atlantic, KKR, EQT eye PE deals; FirstCry, Anthem in IPO news

General Atlantic and KKR are competing for a majority stake in Asian Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), with the deal potentially valuing the hospital chain at $179 million. Alongside this, private equity firms EQT, General Atlantic, and KKR are also exploring deals in the Indian market. In IPO news, FirstCry and Anthem are reported to be considering initial public offerings (IPOs).

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PE-backed ASG Hospital acquires another eye care firm amid M&A push

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VCCircle · 4m ago

PE-backed ASG Hospital acquires another eye care firm amid M&A push

ASG Hospital Pvt Ltd, backed by private equity firms General Atlantic and Kedaara Capital, has acquired a super-specialty eye hospital in Mumbai. This acquisition is ASG's third in two months, indicating a renewed push in mergers and acquisitions after a brief pause. Headquartered in Jodhpur, ASG is expanding its footprint and capabilities in the eye care sector through these strategic acquisitions.

General Atlantic in talks to buy PE firm Actis: Report

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VCCircle · 1y ago

General Atlantic in talks to buy PE firm Actis: Report

According to a report, General Atlantic is in talks to acquire Actis, a private equity firm focused on infrastructure investments. If the deal is finalized, it will add $12.7 billion to General Atlantic's existing $77 billion assets under management. General Atlantic recently filed for an initial public offering, and Actis also filed for an IPO earlier this month. Neither party has commented on the potential acquisition yet.

Bottomline: Is PE-backed ASG Hospital's M&A-led growth strategy bearing fruit?

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Bottomline: Is PE-backed ASG Hospital's M&A-led growth strategy bearing fruit?

ASG Hospital, an eye-care chain backed by private equity firms General Atlantic and Kedaara Capital, is expected to see significant growth in revenue and profit due to its acquisition strategy. The company has made several acquisitions in recent years, which is likely to contribute to its financial performance for the year ending March 2024.

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

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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.

Bottomline: Is PE-backed ASG Hospital's M&A-led growth strategy bearing fruit?

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Bottomline: Is PE-backed ASG Hospital's M&A-led growth strategy bearing fruit?

ASG Hospital Pvt Ltd, an eye-care chain, is expected to see a significant increase in revenue and profit due to several acquisitions it has made in recent years. Private equity firms General Atlantic and Kedaara Capital are among the investors in the company. The M&A-led growth strategy appears to be paying off for the hospital, with positive financial results projected for the financial year ending in March 2024.

Crest Data promoters tap PE funds for first stake sale

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Livemint · 1y ago

Crest Data promoters tap PE funds for first stake sale

Promoters of Ahmedabad-based Crest Data Systems are seeking to sell a 25-30% stake, valued at $500-600 million, to private equity funds including Carlyle Group, Kedaara, General Atlantic, and KKR. The company, which offers data analytics and cyber security solutions, was founded in 2013 and is profitable. If the deal goes through, it will be Crest Data's first institutional fundraise. India's data analytics industry is expected to reach $118.7 billion by 2026, driven by digitization efforts and the establishment of new data centers.

General Atlantic makes fourth exit move of the year from India portfolio

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VCCircle · 1y ago

General Atlantic makes fourth exit move of the year from India portfolio

Private equity firm General Atlantic is planning to monetize another investment from its India portfolio. This move marks the fourth monetization activity by the firm this year. General Atlantic has been active in making both late-stage venture capital and growth equity deals in the Indian healthcare sector. The specific healthcare company that will be monetized has not been disclosed. General Atlantic has previously made successful exits from its Indian investments, indicating a positive track record in the region.

General Atlantic takes a haircut from one of its biggest India PE bets

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VCCircle · 1y ago

General Atlantic takes a haircut from one of its biggest India PE bets

Private equity firm General Atlantic has made its second full exit of the year in India. The company, which focuses on making late-stage venture capital and growth equity investments, has been actively selling off its holdings over the past 12-18 months. The latest exit comes as General Atlantic continues to monetize its investments in the region.

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.

AGS Health gets PE suitors; Fireside, ChrysCap in fund news

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VCCircle · 5m ago

AGS Health gets PE suitors; Fireside, ChrysCap in fund news

Several private equity firms, including Blackstone, TPG Capital, and General Atlantic, are vying to acquire AGS Health, a healthcare IT company. Reports suggest the deal could value AGS Health at approximately $1 billion. This indicates a strong interest in the healthcare IT sector from major investment players, underscoring the company's growth potential and strategic importance. AGS Health could become a significant acquisition target in the industry.

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