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The rise of conviction investing in India’s private markets - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

The rise of conviction investing in India’s private markets - The Economic Times

India's private markets are increasingly adopting a conviction-led investing approach, emphasizing disciplined capital deployment, clear unit economics, and long-term growth alignment. While private equity and venture capital landscapes evolve, domestic participation grows, particularly from family offices post-tax parity reforms. Even as early-stage foreign capital wanes, domestic investments ensure sustainable momentum. The market shift prioritizes quality over quantity, favoring sectors like Information Technology, Industrials, and Consumer Staples, aligning capital with resilience and sustainable growth models.

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SoftBank earnings set for OpenAI boost, with focus on future funding - The Economic Times

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Economic Times · 1m ago

SoftBank earnings set for OpenAI boost, with focus on future funding - The Economic Times

SoftBank's investment in OpenAI, totaling over $30 billion, has made it a significant player in the AI space, owning about 11% of the company. The firm is considering investing an additional $30 billion in OpenAI’s latest funding round. Analysts suggest SoftBank is increasingly seen as a proxy for OpenAI, raising concerns over concentration risk and financial implications. SoftBank's strategy follows its founder Masayoshi Son’s pattern of high-conviction bets in emerging tech companies.

Next trillion-dollar idea: Indians bet big on overseas unicorns despite valuation uncertainty - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Next trillion-dollar idea: Indians bet big on overseas unicorns despite valuation uncertainty - The Economic Times

Wealthy Indian investors are increasingly investing in overseas startups, specifically in AI-driven companies like SpaceX and OpenAI. Platforms and SPVs facilitate access to these opportunities, as private companies stay private longer, increasing IPO valuation. Indians are drawn to global markets due to limited AI tech domestically. Various routes like SPVs, direct investments, and GIFT City options exist, each with specific requirements and risks. Investors are advised to cautiously approach these long-term, high-stake opportunities.

Former Google engineer convicted in AI espionage case - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Former Google engineer convicted in AI espionage case - The Economic Times

A former Google software engineer, Linwei Ding, was convicted by a federal jury in San Francisco for stealing AI trade secrets to benefit China, marking the first such conviction of economic espionage related to AI. Ding was found guilty on multiple charges, having taken over 2,000 pages of confidential data from Google's systems and aligning with Chinese tech companies. He faces significant prison time as part of the conviction.

Why is Swiss DFI SIFEM bullish on private credit in India?

VCCircle

VCCircle · 1y ago

Why is Swiss DFI SIFEM bullish on private credit in India?

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.

Why do most startups fail before they even begin?

Inshorts · 1y ago

Why do most startups fail before they even begin?

Many founders find themselves stuck in the -1 to 0 stage of starting up. They quit because they fail to develop a strong conviction in their startup idea. Conviction that comes from the right feedback, guidance and mentorship. This is why Inc42 collaborated with India’s top investors to bring them as faculty in FounderX.

Private markets seem out of reach for individual investors. Enter BlackRock.

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Private markets seem out of reach for individual investors. Enter BlackRock.

BlackRock and private-equity firm Partners Group have teamed up to provide wealthy investors with access to private markets such as private equity and private credit. The move is part of BlackRock's expansion into the more profitable private investments sector. The firms aim to simplify the process of investing in private markets for individuals and wealth advisers. Model portfolios, or preset investment templates, have grown in popularity in recent years, and BlackRock currently manages $131bn worth of such portfolios. BlackRock's private-markets model portfolio is set to be available from early 2022 to qualified individuals and advisers.

IBM aims to debut Andhra quantum computer by March 2026 - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

IBM aims to debut Andhra quantum computer by March 2026 - The Economic Times

IBM plans to open a quantum computer in Andhra Pradesh's Amaravati by March 2026, featuring a 156-qubit Heron processor. In collaboration with TCS, IITs, and India’s National Quantum Mission, IBM aims to strengthen India's quantum ecosystem. The initiative focuses on developing quantum computing applications in sectors like healthcare and finance. Scott Crowder emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure, software, and application research to foster future quantum software startups.

JM Financial Asset Management launches maiden Rs 1,500 Cr pre-IPO AIF

Entrackr

Entrackr · 27d ago

JM Financial Asset Management launches maiden Rs 1,500 Cr pre-IPO AIF

JM Financial Asset Management has announced the launch of its first pre-IPO Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), “The Pre-IPO Fund,” under Category II. Approval for the fund was recently granted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), marking a strategic expansion of the firm’s AIF division into the fast-growing pre-IPO investment space. The launch of the Pre-IPO Fund aims to build a comprehensive AIF ecosystem to support India’s next wave of enterprise growth. The platform is structured to provide specialised capital solutions across credit, real estate, and pre-IPO opportunities. The Pre-IPO Fund will focus on investing in companies expected to list within 18 months. Pre-IPO investments have emerged as an important avenue for generating superior risk-adjusted returns, particularly as India’s startup and private markets continue to mature. The fund will be managed by Jaisinh Suchak, Managing Director – Alternative Investment Funds at JM Financial Asset Management, who brings over 23 years of experience in financial services and more than a decade of buy-side expertise. With the introduction of its first Pre-IPO AIF, JM Financial Group continues to diversify its private equity offerings and strengthen its position as a trusted investment partner. The firm aims to leverage its deep market insights, strong governance practices, and proven fund management capabilities to unlock differentiated opportunities for investors in India’s evolving private markets landscape.

Hospitals, insurers rejig operations as DPDP kicks in next year - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Hospitals, insurers rejig operations as DPDP kicks in next year - The Economic Times

India’s healthcare and insurance sectors are enhancing data protection in preparation for the DPDP Act, effective May 2027. Hospitals and insurers are embedding privacy in operations, updating policies, and investing in compliance tools to handle increased personal data. Both Narayana Health and ManipalCigna Health Insurance are aligning with global data protection standards, seeing this as an opportunity for modernizing systems and building trust, beyond regulatory compliance.

Investments in private markets, firms fetch better returns than public markets: report

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

Investments in private markets, firms fetch better returns than public markets: report

According to a report by CRISIL and Oister Global, investments in private markets and startups in India have delivered higher returns compared to public markets. The report reveals that alternate investment funds (AIFs) investing in private markets generated an alpha of 13.5% over the S&P BSE Sensex. This comes at a time when Indian technology startups saw a decline in funding, with only $7 billion raised in equity funding in 2023. However, experts believe that investments in private technology companies are expected to grow to $600 billion in the next five years.

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