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SEBI Tweaks Framework For Valuing Investment Portfolios Of AIFs

Inc42 · 11m ago

SEBI Tweaks Framework For Valuing Investment Portfolios Of AIFs

SEBI has announced new rules stating that securities, excluding unlisted, non-traded, or thinly-traded securities, will be evaluated based on existing mutual fund rules. Additionally, AIF associations have been given the responsibility to establish valuation rules for securities that are not thinly traded or non-traded. Valuers will need to possess appropriate qualifications and be a member of professional organizations like ICAI or CFA Institute, according to SEBI.

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India proposes rules to help alternate investment funds acquire bad loans

Reuters · 1y ago

India proposes rules to help alternate investment funds acquire bad loans

India's markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has proposed a framework to assist alternate investment funds (AIFs) in acquiring stressed assets. This framework aims to define the types of assets these funds can acquire, the investors eligible to invest in them, and the monitoring and supervision procedures. SEBI has invited comments from market participants on these proposed rules until December 27.

SEBI proposes relaxed rules for illiquid PE, VC investments

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VCCircle · 1y ago

SEBI proposes relaxed rules for illiquid PE, VC investments

India's market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has proposed a relaxed framework for alternative investment funds (AIFs) and venture capital funds (VCFs) to handle their unliquidated investments after the fund's tenure expires. SEBI suggested extending the tenure of the fund instead of launching a new scheme for liquidation. Currently, VCFs have three months to liquidate investments, while AIFs have a 12-month window. SEBI has sought comments from the market before finalizing the rules. The changes aim to address tax issues and reduce the cost and time involved in the current process.

AIFs, KMPs Need To Carry Out Due Diligence Of Investors, Investments

Inc42 · 1y ago

AIFs, KMPs Need To Carry Out Due Diligence Of Investors, Investments

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced that alternative investment funds (AIFs), AIF managers, and their key management personnel (KMPs) will be required to conduct due diligence on their investors and investments. This measure aims to prevent AIFs from evading regulatory requirements set by financial sector regulators. SEBI believes that implementing these due diligence requirements will ensure compliance and enable the introduction of other ease of doing business measures for AIFs. Additionally, SEBI approved a proposal allowing AIFs to handle unliquidated investments during the winding-up process.

SEBI moots lighter regulatory framework for AIFs with accredited investors

YourStory

YourStory · 18d ago

SEBI moots lighter regulatory framework for AIFs with accredited investors

India's Securities and Exchange Board (SEBI) proposed a lighter regulatory framework for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) catering to accredited investors. These investors are considered knowledgeable with the financial capacity to make informed decisions, requiring fewer regulatory safeguards. Exemptions could include maintaining pari-passu rights, NISM certification for team members, and current investor limits. This proposal aligns with SEBI's vision to shift criteria from a 'minimum commitment threshold' to 'accreditation status' for investor sophistication. Public comments are invited until August 29.

SEBI Issues Borrowing Guidelines For Category-I & II AIFs

Inc42 · 1y ago

SEBI Issues Borrowing Guidelines For Category-I & II AIFs

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced new rules allowing Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to obtain short-term loans for up to 30 days to meet temporary funding and operational needs. The move is aimed at providing flexibility and ease of doing business for AIFs. Managers will be required to disclose loan details, terms, and repayment to all investors periodically.

LPs may get easier access to co-investment with Indian PE-VC funds

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VCCircle · 3m ago

LPs may get easier access to co-investment with Indian PE-VC funds

Limited Partners (LPs) may soon have easier access to co-investment opportunities with Indian private equity and venture capital funds. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is considering changes to the existing regulations, which currently require Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to register separately for co-investments. This potential regulatory shift aims to streamline the process, enhancing collaboration between AIFs and their LPs in private market transactions.

SEBI lets AIFs borrow to meet drawdown gaps, issues rules for VCF migrating to AIF

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

SEBI lets AIFs borrow to meet drawdown gaps, issues rules for VCF migrating to AIF

India's Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has relaxed rules for borrowing by alternative investment funds (AIFs) and for migration of venture capital funds (VCFs) to the AIF structure. AIFs can now borrow to meet temporary shortfalls in drawdown amounts or amounts called from investors, up to a certain limit. VCFs can migrate to the AIF structure until July 2025, and will be registered as a sub-category of Venture Capital Fund under Category I AIFs, with investments and units now guided by AIF regulations.

New Rs 10,000-crore fund to boost startup ecosystem

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

New Rs 10,000-crore fund to boost startup ecosystem

The government has injected an additional Rs 10,000 crore into the Startup India Fund of Funds to enhance the startup ecosystem. By allowing reinvestment of alternate investment funds (AIFs), it aims for quicker exits, increased liquidity, and reinvestment potential. The fund supports SEBI-registered AIFs to bolster high-potential startups, with a focus on capital availability, private investment, and growth in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. As of September 2024, SIDBI supported 1,120 startups with Rs 19,992 crore investment.

Sebi considers providing flexibility to AIFs to offer co-investment opportunities to investors

YourStory

YourStory · 3m ago

Sebi considers providing flexibility to AIFs to offer co-investment opportunities to investors

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed allowing alternative investment funds (AIFs) to offer co-investment opportunities to investors within the AIF structure by using a co-investment vehicle (CIV). This change aims to provide additional investment chances in unlisted securities of investee companies, targeting qualified investors. Sebi suggests implementing conditions for the CIV model, including exemptions from certain requirements and establishing separate accounts for CIV schemes, to ensure proper use and prevent misuse.

SEBI probing three IPOs for alleged inflation of subscriptions

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

SEBI probing three IPOs for alleged inflation of subscriptions

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is investigating three IPOs for alleged inflation of subscriptions. SEBI is working on measures to address such malpractices and is also examining whether in-principle approval can be given in cases facing judicial or regulatory delays. Additionally, SEBI plans to ease capital and disclosure requirements for fund houses running passive investment schemes. The regulator will issue a discussion paper on the proposed rules by March. SEBI is also considering allowing alternative investment funds (AIFs) to pledge shares of the companies they invest in.

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