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Private Credit Funds With No Skin in Game a Worry: Credit Weekly
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1y ago
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Almost 40% of private credit funds do not have "skin in the game," raising concerns among watchdogs about the risk to investors. The Bank of International Settlements warned that the lack of capital commitment from managers creates an incentive misalignment and may prioritize profits over investors' returns. The private credit market, now valued at $2.1 trillion, has grown rapidly as traditional lenders pulled back from certain types of lending. Watchdogs are also worried about the lack of transparency in valuations and the risks posed by shadow banking to the financial system.
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RBI rate cut to support growth; when credit offtake rises, so will deposits: Axis Bank CEO Amitabh Chaudhry
Economic Times
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1m ago
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Axis Bank CEO Amitabh Chaudhry sees India’s growth largely unaffected by global challenges, with rate cuts expected to boost credit demand and, in turn, deposits. He's optimistic about Indian entrepreneurship, dismissing concerns over new generations favoring investments over business operations. The influx of Japanese banks in India doesn’t worry him, and he projects cautious optimism regarding deposit mobilization, credit growth, and private capital expenditure, underscoring that new entrepreneurs will drive growth in the coming years.
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Why is Swiss DFI SIFEM bullish on private credit in India?
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Swiss Investment Fund for Emerging Markets (SIFEM) is interested in investing in private credit funds in India. SIFEM has been investing in the country since 2006 and is now looking to allocate funds to private credit as well as private equity. The move comes as SIFEM believes that the private credit sector in India offers significant growth potential. The focus on private credit is part of SIFEM's strategy to diversify its portfolio and capture opportunities in emerging markets.
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Private credit to real estate, UTI Alternatives embarks on a fundraising spree
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1y ago
Medial
UTI Alternatives plans to launch its largest ever private credit fund worth ₹1,000 crore. The alternative investment platform is also developing a series of multi-asset funds with commitments of $200 million. UTI will invest in structured equity, performing credit, distressed assets, and real estate. The firm aims to cater to mid-market companies with capital requirements under $25 million. Its previous funds have generated high returns, with the second series of the performing private credit fund currently tracking an IRR of 17%. UTI has completed close to 40 transactions overall across its funds.
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HSBC to inject $4 bn into its private credit funds
VCCircle
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2m ago
Medial
HSBC plans to inject $4 billion into its private credit funds as part of its strategy to capitalize on the growing $2 trillion global private credit market. The initiative aims to build a $50 billion credit fund within five years, attracting external investors. This move reflects HSBC’s strategy to boost revenue in higher-returning areas like private credit, as traditional lending profits face pressure. The company seeks to compete with established private equity firms and enhance its market presence.
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Oister Global to invest ₹4,500 crore in PE/VC funds in next two years
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Oister Global, an investor in private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) funds, plans to deploy INR 4,500 crore ($600 million) in private market funds over the next two years. The Gurugram-based firm will invest around INR 1,000 crore ($134 million) by the end of this year and an additional INR 3,500 crore ($466 million) in the following year. The investments will be allocated across a range of asset categories including VC, growth equity, private equity, venture debt, and private credit. Oister Global aims to launch a private credit fund in the next few months.
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Why are late-stage startups relying on private credit before their IPOs?
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
Late-stage startups like InMobi, Zepto, and Zetwerk are turning to private credit before their IPOs to buy out early investors, presenting cleaner capital structures and boosting valuations. These companies seek to raise significant funds with interest rates of 14-18%, which will be repaid through IPO proceeds. Private credit offers them flexible, structured capital solutions. Startups aim to increase founder stakes, while private credit providers benefit from downside risk protection and potential equity upside amidst strong IPO prospects in India.
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LP Summit Dubai 2024: UAE's institutional LPs keen on Sharia-based credit financing
VCCircle
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10m ago
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- LP Summit Dubai 2024: UAE's institutional LPs interested in Sharia-based credit financing - Institutional limited partners in UAE prefer backing Sharia-compliant private credit lenders - Endowment funds, family office investors, and banks among the interested investors - Middle East market for Sharia-based private credit lending shows strength - Omar Al Yawer from Ruya Partners discusses the potential of Sharia-based lending in UAE.
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Vivriti Asset Management exits second private credit fund
VCCircle
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6m ago
Medial
Vivriti Asset Management, part of the Chennai-based Vivriti Group, has successfully exited its second private credit fund. This development is a significant milestone for the debt-focused financier, which introduced this credit vehicle shortly after its inception. The exit highlights the company's growing presence and strategic execution in the private credit market, underlining its ability to successfully manage and divest funds, as detailed by a top executive to VCCircle.
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[Weekly funding roundup July 5-11] Uncertainity looms large over venture capital
YourStory
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29d ago
Medial
In July's second week, venture capital funding for Indian startups fell sharply to $100 million across 18 deals, continuing a downward trend. This marked one of the lowest weekly funding totals this year, contrasting with previous highs. Early-stage investments topped the list, with the fintech sector attracting the most funds. Notable transactions included Credit Wise Capital's $23.3 million and Varthana Finance's $18.5 million raises. Given current conditions, future VC funding increases seem uncertain.
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LPs commit record sum to Indian PE-VC funds last quarter
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
In the last quarter, limited partners (LPs) made a record amount of fresh commitments to Indian private equity, private credit, and venture capital funds. After taking a break earlier in the year, the LPs returned with enthusiasm and opened their purse strings. This surge in commitments reflects the growing investor interest in the Indian market.
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