PRIVATE PLAYERS
Sit & take the ride; don’t be too impatient to get off the real estate train: Anshul Saigal
If you are a safe investor and do not like volatility, then clearly the high-quality private banking space is well-suited for you the reason being that some of those private sector banks have also not performed in recent times and price action has been adverse, says Anshul Saigal of Saigal Capital.
Carlyle, CVC & Hillhouse in the fray for GeBBS
Global private equity firms including Carlyle Group, Hillhouse Investment and CVC Capital Partners have been shortlisted to acquire ChrysCapital-owned GeBBS Healthcare Solutions, said people familiar with the development. The deal proposes to value the Los Angeles-based healthcare business process outsourcing firm at $800 million. The firms, shortlisted after the initial round, will submit a binding offer by mid-July, said one of the persons, who did not wish to be identified.
Industry needs to boost capital investments to capitalise on growth opportunities: Anand Mahindra
Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group, emphasized the need for Indian companies to increase capital investment to leverage growth opportunities domestically and globally. In the company's annual report for 2023-24, Mahindra highlighted India's strengthened position in global supply chains post-COVID, urging private industry to seize this momentum. He stressed that private investment is crucial for driving economic growth, creating jobs, and stimulating demand.
What should investors do with HDFC Bank stocks? Rahul Shah answers
So, a good IPO and the way they have priced it also, as you rightly said, that very reasonably priced and some money to be made on the table for the investors and in a pharma pack when we are seeing that most of the pharma packs are doing quite well and the way the segment which has been into Emcure is into, so all the front they have been firing at this point of time.
Who are the main players in the UK's upcoming national election?
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives are widely expected to lose to the main opposition party, the left-of-center Labour, after 14 years in power under five different prime ministers. The Conservatives and Labour traditionally dominate British politics under the U.K.'s "first past the post" electoral system, which makes it difficult for smaller parties to win representation in Parliament.
Could IT make a meaningful comeback in Q1? Deven Choksey explains
Deven Choksey highlights the importance of sticking with larger banks for business growth and emphasizes the positive outlook for IT companies. Additionally, L&T's promising future is underlined by margin expansion and improved execution. Choksey further says that one shouldn't expect too big a rally in IT and that one should stay focused on some of the larger banks as far as the portfolio investment is concerned
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PSBs on the margins in credit cards, but NPAs ahead by a wide margin
Public sector banks in India are navigating the credit card market, facing challenges with high NPAs. The focus on tier-II and tier-III cities is driving credit card sales, with State Bank of India and Bank of Baroda leading in card spending through subsidiaries. Specialized skills and appealing features are crucial for success, particularly in attracting younger consumers with modern products and reward points.
Purplle closes Rs 1,000 crore funding deal led by Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
Purplle has also announced a Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Esop) liquidity programme and will offer liquidity of Rs 50 crore to its employees. Company cofounder and CEO said they will constantly innovate their technology to provide the best for their customer. Purplle is one of the fastest-growing retailers in the beauty and personal care (BPC) segment, having grown its GMV by four times over the last three years.
PSBs clock higher failure rates for UPI payments
In comparison, private players like HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Yes Bank and IDFC First have an average UPI technical decline of 0.04%. Among private players, Bandhan Bank has seen technical declines of over 1%.
Fresh capital raised via IPOs surges to a 9-year high, hints at private capex revival
Of the ₹33,610 crore raised by 37 companies so far in 2024, about 45%, or ₹15,190 crore, were through new shares, the highest proportion since 2015, when India Inc. raised nearly 48% fresh capital, according to data from primedatabase.com. The funds raised as fresh issues in 2024 were to either finance capital assets or retire existing debt obtained to build capacities, according to IPO documents.
Consolidation push to continue as key raw material gets scarce: 11 small cap cement stocks which fit the bill and may see some action
In less than a month, two cement majors clearly showed their intent. The intent is to grow through an inorganic route. One by complete acquisition, the other by taking a large stake in the company. Another common thing, both of them are focussed on the southern part of India, where the cement companies have a history of being under pressure. So why are they looking toward southern India? The answer lies in something else. It is one of the key raw materials that have become scarce and that is what is leading to a situation where big players clearly know that if they have to grow their capacities they have to pick on companies which have access to that critical raw material. This aggressive consolidation is likely to continue and it is the smaller players which are likely to be targeted.
After arrest, CBI gets 3-day custody of Arvind Kejriwal
A Delhi court has sent Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) custody for three days after he was arrested for his involvement in the Delhi excise policy case. The CBI sought five days of custodial interrogation to confront him with documents and evidence gathered by the agency. The court ruled that the arrest is not illegal, but the agency should not be overzealous.
Jude Bellingham thinks THIS player at the Euro 2024 is 'better than him'
With the Euro 2024 in full swing, Jude Bellingham has made a rather interesting revelation around a Real Madrid wonderkid Arda Guler, who he feels is an even bigger talent than him.
Mahindra group may join hands with global players for cell production in India: MD Anish Shah
Mahindra Group plans partnerships for local battery cell production to meet future electric vehicle demand in India by 2030. CEO Anish Shah confirms global technology and private equity interests for funding, focusing on indigenous production. Mahindra Electric's listing is slated for after 2030, anticipating market maturity and infrastructure growth for EV adoption despite current challenges.
Funds make a beeline for beauty platforms; Purplle raises $100 million
ADIA leads a $100-million financing round in Mumbai-based beauty retailer Purplle at a valuation of $1.2-1.3 billion. Creaegis, a PE fund, is expected to join the funding round. MCaffeine, a caffeine-based skincare and haircare brand, is also in the middle of a fundraise process and exploring strategic investors. The funding would be in MCaffeine’s parent firm PepTechnologies, which houses skincare brand Hyphen, along with recent fundraise by Foxtale and Traya.
Reliance-BP and Shell-MRPL jet fuel sales take wing in April
Reliance-BP and Shell-MRPL, the two private sector joint ventures, have made extraordinary gains in a year, taking their combined market share in the ATF market to 10.3% in April from 6.3% in the same month last year, according to industry data.
India offers a special auction of discovered small oil and gas fields
The Indian government is offering three small oil and gas fields in an auction closing on July 15. The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons announced the bid round, with two fields in Mumbai offshore and one coal bed methane field in West Bengal. These fields were previously discovered but left undeveloped. Private players have the opportunity for exploration and full pricing and marketing freedom.
Axis, Canara Bank at bottom when comparing reasonableness of service charges vs other players
"The study found that services such as the SMS alert after an account is debited, which is mandated by the RBI, are charged by many banks. Bank of India, for instance, charges for SMS alerts of payment OTPs," said Ashish Das, professor of statistics at IIT Bombay, and the author of the study.
InoxGFL Group to launch renewable energy platform with leading private equity players: Report
InoxGFL Group to launch renewables platform with PE Players, producing over 1.5 GW of wind and solar power. Marquee foreign investors APMoller Capital, I Squared Capital interested. Jains to hold 49% stake, transferring assets from Gujarat, Fluro. Inox to supply wind energy equipment, generating revenues for Inox Wind, Inox Green.
Indian space industry offers tremendous opportunity for private players, says ISRO Chief
ISRO Chairman S Somanath highlights the vast potential for growth and development in the Indian space industry, estimating a $9-10 billion industry within 5-10 years. He praises the collaboration between ISRO and private sector companies like SFO Technologies, emphasizing their role in advancing space technology and environmental sustainability initiatives.
Reliance Jio and Airtel's net worth surges ahead of 5G auction; Vodafone Idea struggles
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel's net worth has seen significant improvements since the last spectrum auction in August 2022, while Vodafone Idea's negative net worth has widened. The upcoming auction on June 6 will see the three telecom players competing for Rs 96,317.65 crore worth of 5G airwaves. Reliance Jio's net worth as of March 31, 2023, was Rs 2,15,992 crore, Airtel's net worth rose to Rs 86,260 crore by December 31, 2023, and Vodafone Idea's net worth registered a negative of Rs 1,16,886 crore.
No import of ammunition from next year: Army
The Indian Army plans to stop all imports of ammunition from the next financial year, as the domestic industry has increased its capacity to meet demands and potentially gain a share of the global market. The army has found indigenous sources for nearly 150 of the 175 ammunition types it uses, and aims to completely cut off imports by 2025-26. With gradual curbs on imports, only 5-10% of requirements are met from foreign suppliers.
Easing FDI norms in space sector to attract foreign players, boost demand for high-tech jobs
Sreeram Ananthasayanam, Partner, Deloitte India, said that the recent amendment of higher FDI limits in the space sector is a significant step towards transforming India's space program, in terms of infrastructure development.
Easing FDI norms in space sector to attract foreign players, boost demand for high-tech jobs
The government's decision to ease FDI rules in the space sector is expected to attract foreign players, boost tech jobs, and foster innovation. The move enables 100% foreign investment in satellite components, supporting infrastructure development and creating new business opportunities.
Private players will make space more accessible: ISRO chief
ISRO Chairman S Somanath expressed optimism about the role of private players in advancing space technology, citing SpaceX's success. He highlighted the importance of government support for private companies and mentioned Indian companies like Skyroot Aerospace and Agnikul Cosmos already working in the field. Somanath also shared updates on Chandrayaan-4, part of India's moon exploration program, aiming to land on the moon in 2040. The interaction with space enthusiasts, part of ISRO's outreach efforts, lasted an hour and will continue in May.
Real estate players seek debt deals to bridge funding gap
Private equity funds actively seek investment opportunities. Prestige Group announces debt deal with ADIA and Kotak AIF. Edelweiss Alternative Asset Advisors Limited provides debt financing to Century Real Estate Holdings.
Power generator gathers steam to rise 16% as electrical equipment player makes space for 7% gain
Nifty opened positive and grew stronger. But it soon started losing strength and closed with a loss.
Private oil companies grab bigger share of aviation fuel market
State-run refiners have traditionally dominated India's aviation turbine fuel business. Private players have, however, gained ground in a decade, aided by open access at airports. Reliance and its JV with BP supply jet fuel at about 30 airports now and serve most of the domestic airlines. Shell's JV sources jet fuel from MRPL's Mangaluru refinery to supply airports in South India.
Stop throttling our techonomy
MeitY issued an 'advisory' to the effect that any 'under-testing' AI platform would need the 'explicit permission of GoI' before being allowed to be deployed on the Indian internet. While an advisory has no binding legal effect, Indian firms have been warned that this 'signals the future of regulation'.
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