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US fund house looking to inject $50 Bn into India over next decade: Goyal
Inc42
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1y ago
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US fund house is planning to invest $50 Bn in India over the next 10 years, with $13 Bn already invested. The investment firm anticipates doubling the investment in the next four years. India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, highlighted that India is now the world's fifth-largest economy and is recognized as an emerging and reliable partner in trade. Goyal met with Henry R Kravis, co-founder and co-executive chairman of KKR, to discuss the "India opportunity."
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HSBC to inject $4 bn into its private credit funds
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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 Rolls Out INR 440 Cr Fund To Back VC/PE Funds
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Homegrown investment firm Oister Global has launched a fund, Oister India Pinnacle Fund (OIPF), worth INR 440 crore (approximately $59 million), to invest in early-stage, growth-stage, and late-stage venture capital and private equity funds. The fund aims to support emerging technology-led innovations and sunrise sectors in India. Oister plans to inject INR 4,500 crore (approximately $606 million) into the Indian VC/PE ecosystem over the next two years and also intends to launch a private credit fund in the next quarter. The move comes as the number of PE and VC firms in India is expected to exceed 5,000 by 2030, according to a report by Inc42.
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Sheela Foam eyes further investment in Furlenco as furniture rental market grows
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1m ago
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Sheela Foam Ltd plans to inject capital into House of Kieraya Ltd, which operates the furniture rental company Furlenco, amid its efforts to raise $10-15 million. With a presence in major Indian cities, Furlenco is part of the over $5 billion rental furniture and appliances market. Sheela Foam has already invested approximately ₹400 crore, acquiring about a 45% stake in House of Kieraya, becoming its largest shareholder.
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Hoping to increase government-registered startups to 10 lakh in 10 years: Piyush Goyal
Economic Times
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5m ago
Medial
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal hopes to increase government-registered startups in India to 10 lakh over the next decade, up from the current 1.57 lakh, due to initiatives promoting entrepreneurship, like Startup India. The third-largest startup ecosystem globally, India offers tax incentives and financial assistance for startups. At the India-Israel Business Forum, Goyal invited Israeli investments to explore economic cooperation, with bilateral trade decreasing and ongoing discussions to enhance trade and investments.
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Decoding The $112 Bn+ Indian Fashion Ecommerce Market Opportunity
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
According to a report, Delhi NCR has emerged as the fashion capital of India, raising over $1.4 billion in funding for fashion startups. The Indian fashion e-commerce space is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25%, surpassing $112 billion by the end of the decade. The report also highlights that women's apparel and accessories are projected to have a market share of 50% by 2030, followed by men's and kids' fashion. AI and machine learning are also being integrated into the Indian e-commerce sector, enhancing customer experiences and driving growth.
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Investcorp Mulls Wrapping Up Second India Fund By 2024
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Bahrain-based investment manager Investcorp is looking to close its second India-focused investment fund by the end of 2024. The firm, which manages over $50 billion in assets, has already secured more than half of the targeted corpus for the India private equity fund. Investcorp entered the Indian market in 2019 and aims to support 10-15 companies over the next three years with deal sizes ranging from $30 million to $50 million. Despite recent funding declines in the Indian startup ecosystem, Investcorp remains optimistic about the future prospects of IPOs for startups in 2024.
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SpiceJet founder Ajay Singh to infuse Rs 294 Cr in airline through promoter group entity
YourStory
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4m ago
Medial
Ajay Singh, founder of SpiceJet, plans to inject Rs 294 crore into the airline by converting warrants into equity shares via Spice Healthcare Pvt Ltd. This move will increase the promoter group's stake to over 33% from 29.11%. Singh will sell up to 3.15 crore shares to fund the conversion. The investment aims to bolster SpiceJet's financial position and support its turnaround strategy. Shares of SpiceJet rose by over 4% after this announcement.
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Advent may invest up to $10 bn in India; Mizuho to buy stake in lender
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
US private equity firm Advent International plans to invest $5-10 billion in India over the next five years. Despite concerns about high valuations, Advent remains optimistic about the Indian market. Advent International Chairman David Mussafer stated that the firm has already invested $5.8 billion in India since 2009 and is looking to make further significant investments. In another development, Mizuho is set to acquire a stake in an Indian lender.
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The Future Of Work: Analysing Trends For Careers In The Next Ten Years
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Technology has opened up new possibilities in various fields, including digital marketing, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. While there were concerns about technology replacing humans, people have now learned to harness its potential for their benefit. Looking ahead, these trends are anticipated to continue evolving and shaping industries over the next decade.
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Colour and bling: Aditya Birla Group eyes $25 bn rev from consumer ops in 5 years as it enters crowded jewelley market | Mint
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
The Aditya Birla Group plans to expand its consumer business to $25 billion within the next five years, with a focus on new segments such as paints and jewellery. The group recently entered the branded jewellery business with an investment of ₹5,000 crore. Aditya Birla Group expects to become one of the top three national jewellery retailers and aims for a 50% compounded annual growth rate. The expansion into jewellery and paints is part of the group's strategy to increase its revenue from consumer businesses to over 25% in the next five years.
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