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Temasek’s focus in India will be minority stakes, growth investing
The Singapore state investor has deployed nearly $37 billion in India over the past two decades. That figure is set to rise sharply, with the company saying last year it planned to commit billions more.
Goldman Sachs appoints Sudarshan Ramakrishnan and Devarajan Nambakam as the co-heads of Investment Banking in India
Goldman Sachs has named Sudarshan Ramakrishnan and Devarajan Nambakam as co-heads of its investment banking business in India. Sunil Khaitan has also joined as managing director. Ramakrishnan and Nambakam will drive growth strategy, reporting to Sonjoy Chatterjee. The firm aims to leverage global expertise to deepen client relationships amidst India's economic growth.
Gold eases as dollar firms, investors seek more cues on Fed's rate path
Gold prices dropped amid firm dollar; investors focus on Fed comments, economic data. Spot gold at $2,407.29, futures at $2,411.20. Bond futures down on Trump-related uncertainty. Powell to speak; June consumer price drop suggests September rate cut. Key data: retail sales, industrial output, jobless claims. Physical gold demand in Asia weak due to high prices.
Wall Street closes higher on bets for Fed rate cut
Wall Street closed higher on Friday with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones hitting intraday record highs, driven by expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September. Major tech stocks like Apple and Nvidia rebounded, while big banks reported mixed results, causing sector declines. The small-cap Russell 2000 and mid-cap indexes continued their rally, signaling a positive market rotation.
HSBC reshapes investment banking to look more like rivals
HSBC Holdings Plc is restructuring its investment bank to align more closely with competitors like Citigroup Inc. The revamp involves consolidating sector teams, increasing focus on innovation and sustainability. Executives aim to enhance efficiency and flexibility for growth. As global interest rates decline, HSBC is adjusting its investment banking division strategies, including cost-cutting measures and emphasizing client service.
Paytm gets government panel nod to invest in payments arm, sources say
The approval still has to be vetted by the finance ministry, which will remove the main stumbling block to the unit, Paytm Payment Services, resuming normal business operations. Paytm Payment Services is one of the biggest remaining parts of the fintech firm's business.
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Dealmaker DAM Capital Advisors plans public issue
DAM Capital, led by Dharmesh Mehta, targets an IPO within six months, highlighting Mumbai's investment-banking growth. Managed by Nuvama Investment Banking, the IPO includes fresh capital and an offer for sale. DAM Capital, with significant public issues, QIPs, and secondary-market block deals, plans wealth management, PMS, AIF, retail broking to rival ICICI Securities and Motilal Oswal.
India needs to take advantage of global pushback, inefficiencies due to Beijing’s over-investment
The 'China+1' strategy has gained momentum over the last few years as the US-China strategic conflict has heightened. Countries, including India, have been competing to be the '+1' by easing policies and providing incentives to attract foreign firms. These firms are looking to reduce their dependence on China for manufacturing. Despite these efforts, China's global share of manufacturing has not decreased. It has actually increased from 35% in 2020 to an estimated 38% now.
Block deals worth over Rs 9,947 crore this week. HDFC Bank, Infosys, Adani Ports among stocks with major action
In the large cap segment, 15 companies witnessed significant block deals worth Rs 5,725 crore led by HDFC Bank with 43 block counts totalling to Rs 2,446 crore. The next in line were Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (Rs 469 crore), Godrej Consumer (Rs 421 crore), TVS Motor Company (358 crore), Infosys (Rs 339 crore), Interglobe Aviation (Indigo, Rs 288 crore) and Maruti Suzuki (Rs 218 crore).
PE, VC funding slows in first half of 2024; secondary deals become prominent
Secondary stake sales and buyouts are driving most of the larger deals being made by private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) funds in new-age firms, data from investment banking firm DC Advisory showed. In the first six months of 2024, when 37 deals took place in the $50-500 million range, 62% were secondary transactions or buyouts, with external primary investment rounds making up only 13%.
ONDC to add banks, fintechs to take credit services to last mile
The homegrown Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) will soon integrate banks such as HDFC Bank, IDFC First Bank and Karnataka Bank, alongside fintech companies like Fibe, sources told us. This comes as the network began early pilots for credit disbursal through its platform, by partnering with Tata Group superapp Tata Neu and Paisabazaar.
Global firms buy PB Fintech stakes from early backers
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have lapped up shares in Gurugram-based listed fintech firm PB Fintech, as its founders and early investors sold their shares, in full or in part, in multiple tranches. These transactions happened through bulk deals when several early-stage investors of the company exited the firm fully or partly after 2021, when it went public.
Hindenburg has never been a client of the firm, Kotak Mahindra International says
Kotak Mahindra International Limited (KMIL) clarified on Tuesday that Hindenburg has never been a client or investor of the firm. The company made the statement to address any confusion regarding their relationship with Hindenburg.
SoftBank trades above record-high close in win for Masayoshi Son
SoftBank's shares surge on AI and chip investments, led by Masayoshi Son's strategic moves with key partnerships and focus on energy-efficient architecture. Despite market volatility and past setbacks, the company remains a prominent player in the global tech landscape.
DEG-IFC-ADB trio eyes renewable energy firm Fourth Partner
A group of German investor DEG, along with the World Bank's International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), are set to invest $300 million to acquire a controlling interest in Fourth Partner Energy, a renewable energy firm based in Hyderabad.
Ola Electric to invest $100 mn in first phase of Gigafactory, says Bhavish Aggarwal
Ola Electric, the electric vehicle manufacturer, plans to invest $100 million in the first phase of building its Gigafactory for producing lithium-ion battery cells. The investment will be used for 'phase 1A' of the Gigafactory, which will set up 1.5 GWh of cell manufacturing capacity. The aim is to expand capacity to 5 GWh in 'phase 1B'.
Ola Electric to invest $100 million in gigafactory
Ola Electric founder Bhavish Aggarwal said is developing a 4680 form of battery cells, which is more energy-dense and advanced than the 2170 form of battery cells it currently sources for its electric scooters.
IT firms chasing acquisitions to enhance their topline and skills
Indian information technology (IT) services are banking on acquisitions to fuel growth amid a dire need for investments in new capabilities, especially GenAI, as a slowdown in global demand keeps away opportunities for organic expansion.
Novavente raises $3 million from Highbrow Securities
The partnership with Highbrow Securities is also expected to enhance Novavente's market credibility as it prepares for a public listing on the London Stock Exchange. The sales consulting firm will use the fresh funds to fuel expansion plans and enhance offerings and services. Beyond its core business, Novaventa has also invested in developing generative AI products.
Best banking & PSU mutual funds to invest in June 2024
Mutual fund advisors say banking & PSU debt schemes are ‘relatively’ safe because these schemes invest only in bonds and papers of banks and public sector companies. Since most of these entities are government-backed, they don’t have the credit risk.
WestBridge Capital sells 1.7% stake in AU Small Fin Bank for Rs 845 crore
WestBridge Capital divested a 1.7% stake in AU Small Finance Bank for Rs 845 crore through an open market transaction, impacting its shareholding in the bank significantly. Goldman Sachs Investments Mauritius I acquired a substantial number of shares in the same bank.
Battery Smart raises $65 million at $340-million valuation
Battery Smart's funding round included investments from Blume Ventures, British International Investment, and Ecosystem Integrity Fund. These investors have shown increased interest in the company.
Hot Stocks: Brokerage view on Kaynes Technology, Zomato, Birlasoft and MGL
Global investment bank Morgan Stanley has maintained an overweight rating on Kaynes Technology but raised the target price to Rs 3,845 from Rs 2,440, while Macquarie maintained a sell rating on Zomato with a target price of Rs 100.
Hot Stocks: CLSA lists stocks that could benefit from the 100-day plan for Modi 3.0
Global brokerage CLSA lists out stocks such as L&T, IRB, and NCC, among others that can benefit from Modi 3.0's 100-day plan, while Goldman Sachs is positive on private banks, Jefferies prefers Aavas Financiers, Can Fin Homes as top housing finance companies and Morgan Stanley are overweight on HDFC Life.
Indian economy is on a firm footing: RBI annual report
The Reserve Bank of India's annual report highlights the Indian economy's firm footing, driven by improved external sector sustainability and robust corporate balance sheets. It projects 7% GDP growth for 2024-25, supported by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, production-linked incentive schemes, and an expected above-normal monsoon, despite global uncertainties and challenges.
Work overnight for FPI tax papers: Sebi tells big four firms
At a meeting on Tuesday, the Indian capital market regulator has told the accounting biggies in no uncertain terms to generate the mandatory 'confirmation certificate' overnight so that offshore funds managers can repatriate the money from the sale of stocks here to other international markets the very next day.
If Modi wins India's mammoth Lok Sabha elections, his third regime will need tough reforms to lure foreign firms
Lok Sabha Elections: As Modi gears up for a potential third term, global firms highlight challenges facing India's economy: policy inconsistencies, bureaucratic delays, and scarcity of land. Despite improved business sentiment, actual investment remains stagnant, with foreign direct investment dropping. Key priorities for the new government include policy coordination among states, labor law implementation, skills development, land reform, trade measures, and fulfilling BJP's promises for economic growth and global manufacturing hub status.
Apple supplier Foxconn among firms asked to cut power use in Vietnam
The request for energy-saving measures, which two other industry sources said was sent to multiple manufacturers, is precautionary and aimed at averting a repeat of last summer when power shortage led to over a billion dollars in lost output.
Britain attracts new £1 biliion AI investment
US tech firm CoreWeave, a provider of cloud computing services for artificial intelligence, said Friday it will plough £1.0 billion ($1.3 billion) into Britain, the country's latest major AI investment. "We're leaving no stone unturned to make the UK the best place for pioneering companies like CoreWeave to grow their roots," he noted, adding that Britain had the third highest number of AI companies and private investment in the world.
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