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Private equity firms at Svatantra Microfin's doorstep

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Livemint · 1y ago

Private equity firms at Svatantra Microfin's doorstep

Svatantra Microfin, India's second-largest microlender, is planning to raise ₹2,000 crore ($266 million) in a funding round led by Advent International and Multiples Private Equity. The Mumbai-based microfinance institution will utilize the funds to fuel its expansion and growth. This follows Svatantra's acquisition of Chaitanya Microfin last year, which boosted its assets under management to over ₹12,874 crore ($1.71 billion). Svatantra focuses on providing loans for agriculture and allied activities across 19 states in India and has become a key focus area for Ananya Birla, daughter of Aditya Birla Group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla.

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Ananya Birla's Svatantra Microfin receives $230M investment from Advent, Multiples

IndianStartupNews

IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

Ananya Birla's Svatantra Microfin receives $230M investment from Advent, Multiples

India-based microfinance company Svatantra Microfin has secured a $230m investment from private equity firms Advent International and Multiples Private Equity. The funding marks the largest private equity investment in India's microfinance sector to date. Ananya Birla, Chairperson of Svatantra, said the deal would help the company "become the foremost and most impactful microfinance institution." The investment is subject to regulatory approval from the Reserve Bank of India and Competition Commission of India.

Sector scan: Why microfinance firms are bracing for growth slowdown

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VCCircle · 11m ago

Sector scan: Why microfinance firms are bracing for growth slowdown

- India's microfinance sector experiences significant private equity transactions - Advent International and Multiples PE invest Rs 1,930 crore in Svatantra Microfin - Piramal Alternatives invests Rs 600 crore in Annapurna Finance - These investments reflect the growing interest in the microfinance sector - Microfinance firms are preparing for a potential growth slowdown - The sector is closely monitoring the impact of COVID-19 on borrower repayment capacity.

How Advent, Multiples PE-backed Svatantra Microfin fared in FY25

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VCCircle · 2m ago

How Advent, Multiples PE-backed Svatantra Microfin fared in FY25

Svatantra Microfin Pvt Ltd, led by Ananya Birla, reported a nearly 30% increase in consolidated net profit for the fiscal year ending March 2025. This growth was largely due to its acquisition of Chaitanya India Fin Credit Pvt Ltd from Sachin Bansal's Navi Group. Supported by private equity firms, this strategic move boosted the microfinance company's financial performance significantly during the reported period.

Repos Energy Plans To Raise Rs100-300 Crore By June Next Year

OutlookIndia

OutlookIndia · 1y ago

Repos Energy Plans To Raise Rs100-300 Crore By June Next Year

Indian energy distribution start-up Repos Energy intends to raise between INR 100-300 crore ($13.4-40.2 million) in a Series A funding round to expand its technology and reach. Repos Energy has already secured INR 50-60 crore ($6.7-8 million) in equity and debt. The Pune-based company provides doorstep delivery of diesel fuel to commercial buyers using its diesel-dispensing browsers. It aims to use the new funding to expand its geographical coverage and improve its technology. Repos Energy expects to raise the funds in the next 6-8 months through venture capitalists, private equity firms, high-net-worth individuals, or strategic partnerships.

Deals Digest: PE firms swing in action but M&As remain tepid

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VCCircle · 7m ago

Deals Digest: PE firms swing in action but M&As remain tepid

The recent week saw a surge in deal activity in India, primarily driven by private equity firms' transactions in healthcare, technology, and manufacturing sectors. While private equity and venture capital firms were active, securing at least 28 deals, the merger and acquisition landscape remained subdued. Notably, Amazon was at the forefront of corporate entities engaging in mergers and acquisitions. Despite the uptick in PE deals, M&A activity overall was lukewarm.

Why PE investors are eyeing a bigger pie of India’s financial services sector

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VCCircle · 9m ago

Why PE investors are eyeing a bigger pie of India’s financial services sector

Private equity investors, both international and domestic, are showing strong interest in India's financial services sector. Several major investments have taken place recently, with financial sponsors acquiring companies such as Shriram Housing Finance and Svatantra Microfin. Factors driving this surge in investments include the pursuit of scale, proven financial returns, synergies, and a focus on financial inclusion. The Indian government has also taken steps to liberalize investment policies in the sector, further attracting private equity funds. However, investors need to consider factors such as funding mix, exposure norms, and regulatory approvals before making investments in the sector.

Warburg, Carlyle, others in fray for stake in healthcare tech solutions provider

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VCCircle · 1y ago

Warburg, Carlyle, others in fray for stake in healthcare tech solutions provider

Several prominent global buyout firms, including Thoma Bravo, CVC Capital, Carlyle, Platinum Equity, and Warburg Pincus, are considering investing in a healthcare technology solutions provider. The company is supported by a major domestic private equity player. Various interested private equity firms are exploring the possibility of acquiring a stake in the healthcare firm.

Ananya Birla’s Svatantra Takes Over Sachin Bansal-Backed Chaitanya

Inc42 · 1y ago

Ananya Birla’s Svatantra Takes Over Sachin Bansal-Backed Chaitanya

Ananya Birla's Svatantra Microfin has completed its acquisition of Chaitanya India Fin Credit, a subsidiary of Sachin Bansal-backed fintech startup Navi. With assets under management worth INR 13,000 Cr, the deal valued at INR 1,479 Cr makes Svatantra the second-largest NBFC-MFI after CreditAccess Grameen. The acquisition allows Svatantra to expand its strategic reach in South India. Chaitanya reported strong financial performance, with its revenue growing over 55% to INR 361.1 Cr in FY22 from INR 233.7 Cr in FY21.

Flashback 2024: Most active private equity-style investors in India

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VCCircle · 8m ago

Flashback 2024: Most active private equity-style investors in India

India's private equity landscape in 2024 was led by homegrown alternative investment firms in terms of deal volume, while global buyout firms and sovereign wealth funds made the largest capital commitments. The year’s most active PE investors included seven domestic firms, three global sovereign investors, and four foreign entities. This highlights a dynamic blend of local and international players in India’s growing private equity market scene.

Gunender Kapur to turn $150 mn plus man as PE owners line up Vishal Mega Mart for IPO

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VCCircle · 10m ago

Gunender Kapur to turn $150 mn plus man as PE owners line up Vishal Mega Mart for IPO

Gunender Kapur, the CEO of Vishal Mega Mart, is set to become a multi-millionaire as private equity firms prepare for an IPO of the budget retail chain. Kapur will join the ranks of professionals with substantial net worth, thanks to lucrative stock options. Vishal Mega Mart was acquired by private equity firms six years ago.

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