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Israeli strikes kill 6 in Gaza, including kids and UN worker, as truce talks show signs of progress
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed at least six people, including two children and a UN worker, amid stalled cease-fire talks with Hamas. Violence also flared in the West Bank, where Israeli forces killed seven individuals during a raid and airstrike in Jenin. As nearly 2 million Palestinians seek refuge, Israeli and Hamas negotiators plan to resume cease-fire discussions. The conflict has escalated, raising humanitarian concerns and fears of a broader regional war, with over 38,000 Palestinians reported dead.
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%.
Rise & rise of secondary deals; advantage desi data centres
Happy Friday! Total funding raised by Indian startups fell in the first half of 2024, but late-stage activity showed signs of revival, as per data. Decoding this and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Indian software sector earnings will remain modest in Q1: here’s why
Infosys and LTIMindtree are expected to lead a modest increase in average growth for Indian software service providers in the first quarter of FY25. However, previous top performers, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and HCLTech, may see pressure on profits and margins as they work to reignite growth.
NBA: Boston Celtics sign record $314 million deal with Jayson Tatum. Know about deal in detail
After the Boston Celtics won the NBA title, Jayson Tatum celebrated by signing the biggest NBA deal ever. Many All-Star and All-NBA honors are among his career-high points.
NHL free agency tracker 2024: Latest updates, players who signed deals on Day 1, a complete guide
NHL free agency opening day sees a bunch load of drama as some top-notch players re-sign for their respective teams, while some in the list were bought out. NHL is currently at a high after the epic Stanley Cup Finals, that was ultimately championed by the Florida Panthers.
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MNCs in India fret as US yet to ratify global tax deal
Tax experts say the international tax treaty, which Republicans strongly oppose and requires a two-thirds majority in the US Senate to pass, faces significant challenges. Without US ratification, meeting the OECD tax deal's implementation conditions to reshape the global tax system becomes extremely difficult. The international tax treaty's implementation needs acceptance by 30 jurisdictions and the inclusion of the headquarters jurisdictions of at least 60% of the most profitable multinationals; given that many of these businesses are located in the United States, US participation is critical to attaining this level.
HCG acquires Vizag based cancer hospital for enterprise valuation of Rs 414 crore
HCG, India's leading cancer care chain, acquired a majority stake in Visakhapatnam's Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital for Rs 414 crore. The deal begins with a 51% ownership, aiming to complete 85% in 18 months. The hospital's FY24 revenue was Rs 120.2 crore with an EBITDA of Rs 42.2 crore, expected to boost HCG's annual EBITDA by Rs 3 per share and consolidate its position in the Vizag region.
TPG Capital buys controlling stake in digital services company Altimetrik
Altimetrik, backed by TPG Capital, expands its reach with a robust partner network including Snowflake. The company's leadership team, under CEO Raj Sundaresan, focuses on driving innovation and delivering business outcomes, solidifying its position in the digital business landscape.
Dialog acquires 100% in Airtel Lanka via share swap deal
Sri Lanka’s leading telecom company, Dialog Axiata, has acquired 100% of Bharti Airtel’s subsidiary, Airtel Lanka, following the completion of an all-stock deal. Bharti Airtel now holds a 10.355% share in Dialog Axiata as a result of the share swap transaction.
Cement stocks rally up to 17% as UltraTech’s Rs 1,800-crore deal cheers investors
Shares of cement companies soared up to 17% on the BSE, driven by UltraTech Cement's acquisition of a non-controlling stake in India Cements via a block deal. India Cements surged 17% to Rs 299, crossing a $1 billion market capitalization for the first time. UltraTech Cement rose 6.5% to Rs 11,876.
BigBasket, 1mg’s plans for capex; win for epharmacies in Madras HC
Tata’s online grocery BigBasket and epharmacy 1mg will largely depend on debt capital to fuel expansion this fiscal. More on this in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
When will Carin Leon begin Boca Chueca Tour 2024? Know about deal he has signed with Virgin Music Group and Island Records
Popular regional Mexican musician Carin Leon has made a new deal with two other well-known companies. Six of Leon’s songs have reached No. 1 on Billboard's Regional Mexican Airplay chart.
Why deal sizes are shrinking for top Indian IT companies
IT service providers are experiencing shrinking average deal sizes to as low as $25 million due to cost efficiencies, GenAI transformation, and shorter tenure projects amid uncertain macro-economic conditions. Despite an increase in large deal volume during FY23, industry analysts report a decrease in the average value of those deals. This comes even though Indian software exporters remain major players on the global stage.
Indian tech startup funding logs slight uptick at $4.1 billion in H1
Indian tech startups raised USD 4.1 billion in H1 2024, 4% higher than H2 2023, remaining fourth-highest funded country globally. Insights from Tracxn report highlighted funding trends and volumes in the Indian tech startup landscape.
India looks to sign FTA after UK elections, 8th round of talks soon
The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is set to be signed after the UK's elections on July 4. So far, 13 negotiation rounds have been completed, focusing on reducing tariffs and addressing regulatory concerns. Both sides aim to finalize the FTA to enhance bilateral trade, currently valued at GBP 38.1 billion annually.
Blackstone may sell up to 15% stake in IT major Mphasis for Rs 6,697 crore
Blackstone may sell up to 15% stake in IT major Mphasis for Rs 6,697 crore through a block deal. Blackstone holds 55.45% in Mphasis. Mphasis specializes in cloud and digital solutions.
Mankind Pharma scouts for M&A deals to boost local branded biz
Mankind Pharma, the fourth-largest pharmaceutical company in India, led by Rajeev Juneja, is seeking mergers, acquisitions, and in-licensing deals to enhance its branded formulation business.
Reliance signs deal with Russia's Rosneft to purchase oil in roubles
Reliance Industries has signed a one-year deal with Russia's Rosneft to purchase at least 3 million barrels of oil monthly in roubles. This agreement, following President Putin's push for alternative financial systems amid Western sanctions, secures discounted oil for Reliance and underscores India's role as a major buyer of Russian crude.
TCS signs deal with Kuwait’s Burgan Bank
Burgan Bank, one of the youngest commercial banks in Kuwait with a regional network of over 160 branches and 360 ATMs, will use TCS BaNCS suite solutions, which will enable the bank to manage higher transaction volumes, enhance automation, and improve staff productivity.
Disney said to sell 30% stake in Tata Play to Tata Group, valuing co at $1 billion
The deal came as the India’s media landscape is going through a major shakeup. Disney signed a binding agreement in late February to combine its India Unit with viacom 18 media pvt, creating an $8.5 billion entertainment giant that will have 750 million viewers and dominate the sector in the world’s populous country.
Novavax soars 146% on $1.2 billion Sanofi vaccine licensing deal
The pact links two big players in the vaccine world that both missed out on the rush to develop and commercialize Covid shots quickly during the pandemic. Amid various setbacks, Sanofi and Novavax ceded tens of billions of dollars in sales to nimbler messenger-RNA developers including the Pfizer-BioNTech alliance and Moderna Inc.
France's Sanofi signs COVID-19 vaccine deal with Novavax
Sanofi and Novavax partnered for a COVID-19 vaccine deal. Novavax will receive $1.2 billion in milestones. Sanofi will take an equity stake in Novavax. Novavax's COVID shot got U.S. approval after Pfizer and Moderna.
As Fed bets are repriced, global fund managers look at cheap China; haven plays in Korea, India & Japan
Corporate reforms in Japan and South Korea will support a value thesis, according to JPMorgan Asset Management and AllianzGI. Meanwhile, M&G Investment Management is attracted by near record-low valuations for Chinese stocks. Other haven plays are exporters and India’s domestic-driven equities. The outlook is even dimmer for currencies and bonds.
You can charge your EV for free at 400 spots in Karnataka. Check details
Statiq launches no-cost EV charging initiative in Karnataka to promote public charging for long-distance travel, supporting various EV models. Users can access free service via the Statiq app with no hidden charges, aiming to expand across Southern markets.
M&A deal value surged 60% q-o-q to $19.6 billion in Q1 2024, says PwC India report
Sector-wise, traditional sectors took the lead, drawing significant investments in the changing deal-making scenario. The media and entertainment sector topped the charts in terms of value, while the retail and consumer sectors continue to lead in terms of deal volume.
Blackpink’s Lisa & her company Lloud sign deal with RCA Records
While the rapper-dancer remains an integral part of Blackpink, contributing to songs and touring alongside fellow members Rose, Jennie, and Jisoo, she will also continue to pursue her solo career. This move mirrors the successful transition of all members into soloists, allowing them to explore their individual artistic endeavors while maintaining their collective presence within the group.
CCI clears IndoEdge's stake purchase in MG Motor India, other deals
The acquisition of shares in MG Motor India will grant IndoEdge India Fund 8.70% of the voting and economic rights, according to a statement by the antitrust regulator. The acquirer is a large value fund for accredited investors, a scheme by IndoEdge which is a contributory determinate trust registered with the Securities and Exchange Board of India as an alternative investment fund, it said.
Sajjan Jindal looks to recreate iconic 'Maruti Moment' with JSW MG India
JSW MG, led by Jindal, targets selling a million NEVs by 2030 with Mumbai announcement. Plans include SAIC deal, Odisha investment, and focus on green mobility amidst geopolitical tensions, Hector, Astor models.
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